CBD Oil for Dogs
Have you been curious about giving your dog CBD oil? CBD oil is becoming a popular supplement for dogs who experience anxiety or who suffer from inflammation caused by any number of things, including arthritis.
Cannabidiol (CBD) is a natural compound found in the hemp plant that is very beneficial to both humans and dogs. When CBD enters the body, it activates the endocannabinoid system (ECS) which is a biological system made up of neurotransmitters that bind to receptors that are involved in a variety of processes including pain sensation, mood and memory.
In case you were wondering, hemp comes from the same Cannabis family as marijuana but they are two different plants. Marijuana has high amounts of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive constituent of cannabis, from about 5-35% and low amounts of CBD, which is the opposite hemp which has very low THC (less than 0.3%) and high amounts of CBD. CBD does not have any intoxicating effects like those caused by THC.
Not all hemp oils are created equal. Here are a few helpful tips in finding a product that is right for your dog.
- In order for CBD to be effective, it’s best to choose a full spectrum cannabidiol, not an isolate.
- Be sure the manufacturer you choose use third party lab testing for quality and potency.
- Make sure the manufacturer uses a supplier who farms organically.
- Also find out how the oil is extracted from the plant. Never chose a company that uses butane or ethanol as a distraction solvent.
There are a lot of manufacturers out there, but a few of the companies we like are Pet.Releaf and Healthy Hemp.
CBD oil can be very helpful to help your dog if he is suffering from car anxiety, fear of fireworks, motion sickness and tension. It can also be very helpful to alleviate pain associated with arthritis.
Personally, I have tried CBD oil for my dog who experiences car anxiety. I’ve tried every product on the market over the years and nothing was working. CBD was one more thing to at least try and I am very happy to say it seems to be working! I administer the recommended dosage amount about 30 minutes before we get in the car and she is much calmer while we are traveling. I was worried about CBD oil because I didn’t want her to feel lethargic or too relaxed or seemingly depressed. I’m happy to say none of those things take place. She might still pant a little in the car, but the shaking is not there if I give her the CBD oil and sometimes she doesn’t even shake.
I can also say that our holistic veterinarian recommends the product as well as our rehabilitation professional. They have both have told me of their experiences of dogs who have less stiffness and pain from arthritis when they are taking CBD oil.
