Although pets don't often show it - a lot of pets can and do feel pain.
Which was definitely the case for veterinarian Dr. Doug Kramer after his precious pet dog was diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Wanting to make sure the dog lived the rest of its life happy - Kramer decided to give the dog medical marijuana which is legal in the state of California.
And although people may frown upon using medical marijuana on a pet dog, PETA actually is for using marijuana upon one's own pets as long as it for medicinal purposes.
Maryland lawmakers just approved the use of medical marijuana! Governor Martin O'Malley has already said he would sign the measure and make Maryland the 20th state to legalize for medical reasons — and we're glad, because it truly is a benefit to some people with some very SERIOUS health problems!
If you can't legally use it recreationally, then at least if you have a legit reason you need it, you can still get it!
The vote passed 42-4, and smoke could be seen billowing out of the courtroom immediately after!
Jason David tried over 20 medications for his son's Dravet's syndrome, a crippling form of epilepsy. Nothing worked until they tried… pot???
Well, not exactly!
Ch-ch-check out the video (above) to hear the story of how medical marijuana affected the life of young Jayden David- and how many other children are trying it!