So, is CBD for animals legal in the USA? The answer is both simple and complex.
According to an article by Lolahemp (published in March 2025), based on the Food and Drug Administration’s hemp regulations, CBD for pets/animals can be legally purchased in every state.
That’s the simple (and most important) part, but when we examine each state in detail, that’s where the complexity comes into it. Here’s a breakdown.
Alabama
Under Alabama’s hemp program, CBD products for pets (such as CBD oil for dogs) are legal. But rules for vets are undefined.
Alaska
CBD is regulated under Alaska cannabis laws but animal-specific guidance is very limited.
Arizona
CBD for animals is permitted under Arizona hemp law. Vet rules are unclear.
Arkansas
CBD is legal in Arkansas under state hemp laws. However, it isn’t regulated for pets.
California
CBD for animals is legal in California and vets are allowed to discuss and recommend CBD products for pets. New product standards are on the way.
Colorado
In Colorado, CBD for animals is legal and vets are allowed to discuss CBD with pet owners. CBD products must be tested under state hemp law.
Connecticut
CBD is legal for animal use in Connecticut. But labelling is required under state rules.
Delaware
While pet CBD is permitted in Delaware, it must be compliant with testing and labelling requirements.
Florida
While CBD is legal for pets in Florida, vets face restrictions.
Georgia
While vet guidance is not clearly defined, CBD is legal for pets in this state. And there are no formal testing requirements for the products.
Hawaii
Pet use of CBD products is allowed in Hawaii under general guidance rules.
Idaho
In Idaho, CBD products for animals are legal, but they must contain no THC.
Indiana
While hemp-derived CBD for animals is legal, whether vets have the ability to recommend it is unclear. And in Indiana, the product labels must meet the basic state standards.
Iowa
CBD for animals is not actually addressed directly by Iowa state law, but it’s still legal to buy it. And vet guidance is not state-authorised.
Kansas
Hemp CBD with low-THC levels is legal. But vet use is not defined under Kansas law.
Kentucky
There are no specific rules concerning CBD for animals in Kentucky, but CBD from licensed growers is legal to purchase.
Louisiana
CBD products are legal in Louisiana, but they must meet the state’s labelling and testing rules. And pet guidance is unclear.
Maine
CBD for animals is legal in Maine but labelling and testing are required.
Maryland
CBD is legal in Maryland but there are no specific rules for animals.
Massachusetts
There are clear regulations concerning pet CBD products in Massachusetts. CBD is legal, but labelling and testing are required.
Michigan
Vets cannot legally recommend CBD products for animals, but CBD remains legal for animals.
Minnesota
Under the Board of Pharmacy and DOA rules, CBD is legal in Minnesota for human beings. And while pet-specific legislation is limited in the state, CBD can still be purchased for animals legally.
Mississippi
CBD is legal in this state. But the regulations concerning animals are minimal and unclear.
Missouri
CBD is legal for animals in Missouri. But, legally, there’s no clear vet guidance or labelling rules for the products.
Montana
In this state, CBD is legal for pets. Testing and labelling laws apply to the products that are sold in the state.
Nebraska
Yes, CBD can be legally bought for animals in Nebraska, but the rules concerning CBD for animals are unregulated and vague.
Nevada
CBD is both legal and regulated in Nevada. Vet guidance is vague, though.
New Hampshire
CBD can be legally sold in New Hampshire. But there are no standards in place.
New Jersey
Under New Jersey’s hemp laws, CBD products for animals are legal, but they must comply with the state’s rules concerning labelling and quality.
New Mexico
In New Mexico, CBD is allowed for pets. Vet guidance is unclear.
New York
In New York, CBD products are legal. They must be tested and labelled correctly. Vet recommendations are unclear, though.
North Carolina
CBD for animals is legal in North Carolina. Under state rules for hemp product guidelines, specific labelling is required.
North Dakota
Hemp-derived CBD is legal in North Dakota. But there are few rules concerning vet authority and product regulation.
Ohio
Pet products containing CBD are clearly permitted in Ohio. CBD is regulated under the Department of Agriculture.
Oklahoma
CBD is legal under Oklahoma state hemp laws. However, regulations specific to animals are not clearly defined.
Oregon
While CBD for animals is legal and regulated in Oregon, vet permissions are ambiguous.
Pennsylvania
CBD products for animals are legal in Pennsylvania, but they must meet the state’s testing standards. Vets are allowed to provide guidance concerning CBD but they cannot provide prescriptions.
Rhode Island
CBD is legal and regulated here. No rules concerning vet guidance are given.
South Carolina
In this state, hemp-derived CBD is legal. But laws specific to animals and vet permissions are not defined.
South Dakota
This state has minimal regulations around the specific use of CBD for animals, but it can be legally purchased.
Tennessee
CBD is legal for animals in this state and vets are allowed to discuss CBD with pet owners. Also, testing is required under state hemp law.
Texas
While vets aren’t explicitly allowed to recommend CBD for animals, retail sales are allowed in Texas.
Utah
CBD for animals is legal in this state. Labelling and testing for products are required.
Vermont
In Vermont, CBD is both legal and regulated. No rules concerning vet guidance are given.
Virginia
CBD is legal and regulated in this state. And vets are allowed to discuss CBD usage with pet owners.
Washington
CBD for pets is legal in Washington. Products are regulated under the state’s hemp laws.
Washington DC
CBD is legal in Washington DC. There are no specific rules for animals or vet guidance.
West Virginia
While CBD is legal in West Virginia, the rules are minimal for pet usage and testing.
Wisconsin
Under state hemp sale rules, CBD for pets is allowed in Wisconsin.
Wyoming
In Wyoming, CBD is legal for animals. Products must be tested.
