THC in Pets? What Most Owners Don’t Realize

Unseen Risks, Subtle Symptoms, and the Need for At-Home Testing

🐾 Cannabis Isn’t Just for People Anymore—But Not by Choice

As cannabis use becomes more widespread, accidental THC exposure in pets—especially dogs—has surged. What most owners don’t realize is that even small amounts of THC can be toxic to pets, leading to symptoms ranging from wobbliness and disorientation to vomiting, urinary incontinence, and seizures.

⚠️ Why This Is a Growing Problem

Edibles and vape pens are often left unattended at home

THC-laced trash or residues are commonly found in public parks

Pets (especially dogs) are curious and have powerful scent receptors

CBD products for pets may be mislabeled and actually contain THC

Many veterinarians report a 200–400% increase in suspected THC toxicity cases in the last five years

🔍 Symptoms You Might Miss

Symptom How It Shows in Pets

Ataxia Wobbly or drunken walking

Lethargy Unusual sleepiness or depression

Dilated pupils Sensitivity to light or staring

Urinary incontinence Accidents even in trained pets

Tremors or seizures May look like shivering or collapsing

Disorientation Hiding, staring at walls, or confusion

🧪 The Role of At-Home Testing

Conlight is among the first to develop a THC screening kit specifically designed for pets, using Urine-based immunochromatographic detection. This allows owners to:

Check for exposure when symptoms are unclear

Avoid unnecessary (and costly) emergency vet visits

Track recovery after known ingestion

Screen before giving CBD or cannabis-based supplements

“Testing your pet isn’t about suspicion—it’s about safety. You can’t treat what you don’t detect.”

📦 What’s in the test kit?

One urine collection pad + disposable pipette

One immunoassay test strip for THC

Pet-safe instructions for use at home

Optional app for result capture and tele-vet sharing

✅ Takeaway

If you live in a cannabis-legal region, or you use THC or CBD products in your home, you owe it to your pet to stay informed and prepared. Symptoms can be delayed, and guessing can be dangerous. A simple test can mean the difference between peace of mind and an ER visit.

One pet. One test. One safer home.

📎 Conlight’s Pet Drug Screening Kits are currently under pilot programs with select veterinary partners and are in pre-submission review with the U.S. FDA.