How can CBD help our pets?
By stimulating the endocannabinoid system, cannabidiol (CBD) can help the body rebalance itself to homeostasis and exert significant healing effects in all mammals.
Many pet owners use CBD for a wide range of health or behavioral problems, including: pain, anxiety, arthritis, seizures, neurological and digestive disorders, social isolation, irritable moods, or companionship with other pets.
What is CBD?
CBD is one of the many cannabinoids (compounds) in the cannabis plant. Every day there is more research on the possible therapeutic uses of CBD.
Two of the most studied compounds in the cannabis plant are delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD).
These compounds have different effects. Until recently, the best known compound was THC. The most active component that produces psychoactive effects.
CBD is the opposite. It is non-psychoactive, does not alter mood and does not cause side effects in the person who uses it. However, it has been proven that its use can bring many benefits and cause significant changes in the body.
CBD oil for pets
Just like humans, our pets have an endocannabinoid system: a vast network responsible for controlling functions such as digestion, mood and sleep. Therefore, CBD also affects their physical and mental state.
Fortunately, this principle applies to cats and dogs as well as other vertebrates of all sizes. CBD oil can play an important role in keeping your pet feeling and looking great.
How to use CBD oil for pets?
Before starting any treatment, consult your veterinarian. Administration is simple and easy.
Before use, shake the bottle well so that all elements are mixed. Once ready, fill the pipette with the required dose and direct it into the pet's mouth. If your dog or cat does not want to take it directly, you can mix a dose of CBD oil with a small amount of food.
It is important to monitor your pet's behavior after administration to adjust the dose accordingly.
How much CBD should I give my pet?
We recommend starting with a low dose of 0.5-2mg/kg from 1 to 3 times a day.
Use this dose for one week. Increase the dose if necessary or keep it the same otherwise. It is important to monitor your pet's behavior after administration to adjust the dose accordingly.
Maximum dose: 2mg/kg of body weight 1-3 times a day.
It is important to monitor your pet's behavior after administration to adjust the dose accordingly.
Benefits for your pet when using CBD
- Reduce stress
- Reduces inflammation
- Reduces pain
- Can fight cancer
- Helps mitigate seizures
- Improves joint function: prevents arthritis, osteoarthritis and more
- Strengthens the immune system
- Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease
- Skin and coat health: healthy skin and shiny coat
- Increases appetite
How to choose quality CBD oil?
There are a few things to keep in mind when buying CBD oil. To be safe and effective, you should look for a high-quality oil.
- Purity and quality: The manufacturer must provide certificates and analyzes of the product. There are many products on the market that contain less CBD than stated and are mixed with other ingredients, reducing the purity of the product.
- Although each product will be accompanied by an indicative dosage from the manufacturer, knowing the exact amount in mg of CBD the product contains per ml will allow us to better adjust the dosage.
- Make sure the oil does not contain THC, pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, heavy metals, or solvents.