Veterinary Cannabis Society

Veterinary Cannabis Society We love our pets. They are family. And like any member of our family when they get sick we will do anything in our power to make them better.

Veterinary Cannabis Society is a non profit organization with the mission to create lasting solutions that ensure safe use of cannabis in pets through education, advocacy, and promoting product standards. Cannabis has the potential to provide relief and care for many veterinary ailments. But there are roadblocks....Veterinarians feel unqualified, pet parents can't access accurate information they

need, and producers lack clarity and guidance. Veterinary Cannabis Society is clarifying the system to bring the benefits of cannabis to our pets in a legal, safe, and efficacious way. Our goal is to educate the veterinarians, qualify the products, support pet parents, and advocate for all.

New Study Alert!Professor Giorgia della Rocca co-authored a study on the endocannabinoid system. You might recognize her...
09/12/2025

New Study Alert!

Professor Giorgia della Rocca co-authored a study on the endocannabinoid system. You might recognize her from one of our recent Italian-language podcasts, available on our YouTube channel.

The study is titled, "The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Oncology and the Potential Use of Cannabis Derivatives for Cancer Management in Companion Animals."

Here's how VCS Board Member, Dr. Elena Battaglia, summarizes it: "The article is a summary of various studies concerning cannabinoids use in oncology. It analyzes the interaction between cannabinoids and ECS in neoplastic diseases, the antitumor mechanisms of cannabinoids and the synergy with anti-tumor drugs."

Here's the study's Simple Summary:
Companion animals are more and more becoming considered family members, and their owners wish to offer them the same level of cure and care expected for a human being. The long life expectancy of dogs and cats is associated with new challenges: veterinary medicine must be prepared to diagnose and treat neoplastic pathology with the same high-standard procedures that are currently used in human medicine. Chemotherapies aim to prolong as long as possible the life of companion animals affected by cancer, but several side effects can be experienced. Thus, an increasing interest in alternative and complementary treatments has arisen in the last years. Among a wide array, cannabinoids seem to be a promising tool to be included in therapeutic protocols since their administration could assist traditional chemotherapeutic agents, promoting a more successful antineoplastic effect, prolonging the prognosis, and contributing to patient well-being thanks to pain relief. According to all the aforementioned factors, the present review aims to summarize how the endocannabinoid system and phytocannabinoids interact in the complex process of carcinogenesis, exploring current therapeutical applications and future perspectives in veterinary oncology.

Read the full study on mdpi.com

09/04/2025

In this video, Emily, the VCS Development and Marketing Director, tries her best to record the outro of a podcast. But her cat, Kitzi, has other ideas. Watch Emily try to hold it together and fail miserably. She gives in and shouts to the video editor, Ben, "I hope you're enjoying this!" Ben is, because Ben is also a big fan of Kitzi.

Giggling at pets is one of the perks to being on the Veterinary Cannabis Society team!

Thanks for your patience,

We think you'll like this one, Evermore Pet Food

The VCS sat down with two experts in veterinary nutrition: Dr. Sheila Dodson and Hanna Mandelbaum. Guess what we learned...
08/26/2025

The VCS sat down with two experts in veterinary nutrition: Dr. Sheila Dodson and Hanna Mandelbaum. Guess what we learned?

Dogs SHOULD eat grains.
Pet food CAN be sustainable.
AND cats who have access to them MUST eat mice.

Get the truth-- and nothing but the truth-- about pet nutrition in the VCS' most recent podcast with Evermore Pet Food.

Listen via our YouTube channel, https://youtu.be/AO3PrdBzmQ0.

08/24/2025

Get to know the Veterinary Cannabis Society, from the mouths of its co-founders. This video was filmed by Renee Felice-Smith, one of our founding Board Members and greatest supporters.

One of our Italian-language podcast interviewees, Professor Giorgia della Rocca, recently co-published an article titled...
08/22/2025

One of our Italian-language podcast interviewees, Professor Giorgia della Rocca, recently co-published an article titled, "The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Oncology and the Potential Use of Cannabis Derivatives for Cancer Management in Companion Animals." The article is a summary of various studies concerning cannabinoids use in oncology. It analyzes the interaction between cannabinoids and ECS in neoplastic diseases, the antitumor mechanisms of cannabinoids, and their synergy with anti-tumor drugs.

Read the full article in our Curated Research Library and online:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12345474

And, you can find Dr. Giorgia's podcast on our YouTube channel.

After the popularity of our first Italian-language podcast, Dr. Elena Battaglia agreed to host a second one. And, she ma...
08/20/2025

After the popularity of our first Italian-language podcast, Dr. Elena Battaglia agreed to host a second one. And, she managed to get a meeting with Dr. Viola Brugnatelli. Dr. Viola is a lecturer on endocannabinology and a medical cannabis researcher at the Department of Neuroscience, University of Padua. She is also the founder of Cannabiscienza Srl.

This 45-minute podcast is like a mini-lecture in cannabis pharmacology.

Italian language speakers: ENJOY!

https://lnkd.in/dPfNXnkh

Here's why Dr. Sandra Bruckner values the Veterinary Cannabis Society. We want to hear why you do, too! Comment below: H...
08/18/2025

Here's why Dr. Sandra Bruckner values the Veterinary Cannabis Society. We want to hear why you do, too! Comment below: How has the VCS impacted you, your profession, and your pets?

An open letter from the Veterinary Cannabis Society co-founder, Dr. Elizabeth Mironchik-Frankenberg 🔽To my treasured VCS...
08/12/2025

An open letter from the Veterinary Cannabis Society co-founder, Dr. Elizabeth Mironchik-Frankenberg 🔽

To my treasured VCS Family,

Over the past several months, it’s become clear to me that sometimes life throws us curveballs for a reason. When compelled to take a step back and re-evaluate our choices, things can become clear. Through this process, I’ve realized that I need to make some changes.

It is with that knowledge, and a heavy heart, that I must tender my resignation as the VCS Board Secretary and from the Executive Committee, as of September 1st.

While this decision has been extremely difficult, and fills me with a bit of sadness, I know that for the past five years, I have given my heart and soul to this organization. VCS has been an incredibly rewarding and life-changing experience for me…a true labor of love.

Alas, the time has come to pass the torch.

At the same time, I’m incredibly proud of what VCS has become, and the amazing group of talented and passionate individuals that have come together to represent this organization and share our vision. We’ve accomplished so much in the last five years, and I know everyone will continue to do amazing things! I’m confident VCS is in very capable hands.

I’m so profoundly grateful to have been a part of this phenomenon, to have gotten to know you all, and for sharing the passion we all have for our mission. My VCS family will always be in my heart.

With much respect and admiration,

Elizabeth Frankenberg, DVM
VCS Board Member and Secretary

The Veterinary Cannabis Society first learned of the Cancer Playbook for Dogs via our newest sponsors, Early Recognition...
08/09/2025

The Veterinary Cannabis Society first learned of the Cancer Playbook for Dogs via our newest sponsors, Early Recognition Is Critical (E.R.I.C.) The owners of E.R.I.C. are attempting to revolutionize integrative cancer treatment for dogs with the Cancer Playbook for Dogs.

The playbook merges traditional therapies and full-spectrum cannabis oil. If your dog has recently been diagnosed with cancer, you can share the Cancer Playbook for Dogs results with your veterinarian to develop an integrative treatment plan.

Start here:
https://cancerplaybook.org/playbooks-for-dogs/cancer-playbook-for-dogs-start-your-playbook/

The Veterinary Cannabis Society just posted a new podcast with Dr. Sheila Dodson, owner of Mariposa Veterinary Wellness ...
08/06/2025

The Veterinary Cannabis Society just posted a new podcast with Dr. Sheila Dodson, owner of Mariposa Veterinary Wellness Center. During this podcast, she details a fascinating study on h**p oil for arthritic dogs that she helped to write. She also discusses the importance of nutrition as part of integrative veterinary medicine. Thanks to our sponsors, Standard Process Inc., for supporting this episode!

Listen now: https://youtu.be/IqUjkX2odUs

An important message from Dr. Trina Hazzah to the Veterinary Cannabis Society community 😌➡️To Our VCS Community,As many ...
08/05/2025

An important message from Dr. Trina Hazzah to the Veterinary Cannabis Society community 😌➡️

To Our VCS Community,

As many of you know, life has a way of shifting our priorities, and recently I’ve found myself being pulled in several directions — family, personal commitments, and new responsibilities. After much reflection and with a heavy heart, I’ve made the difficult decision to step down as President of the Veterinary Cannabis Society, effective October 1st.

VCS has truly been my baby for the past five years. What began as a seed of an idea has grown into a passionate, mission-driven organization made up of dedicated professionals committed to advancing safe and appropriate cannabis use in veterinary medicine. Helping bring that vision to life has been one of the most rewarding and meaningful experiences of my career. It’s been a labor of love — one that has shaped me deeply, both personally and professionally.

While it saddens me to step back, I do so with full confidence in the future of VCS. This organization is powered by a remarkable community of leaders, advocates, researchers, and clinicians. I know that the momentum we’ve built will continue — and that VCS will keep growing, evolving, and creating real impact.

I’ll always be grateful to this incredible community — for your support, your collaboration, and your shared commitment to this mission. Though I’ll no longer be serving in a leadership role, I will continue to cheer VCS on from the sidelines and support this necessary work in any way I can.

With appreciation and heartfelt thanks,

Dr. Trina Hazzah
Co-Founder, Veterinary Cannabis Society

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