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CBD Pet Products, Best CBD Treats for Dogs
Written by Robb Auspitz
CBD Pet Products: 7 Key Takeaways
- The very first thing to consider is that humans, dogs, and cats have different digestive systems and different nutritional needs. In fact, Canine and Feline nutritional needs are different.
- Veterinarians recommend that you do NOT give your dog anything with Marijuana or Intoxicating Hemp. Any amount of THC over 0.3% may create serious medical issues for your dog.
- Ultimately, there are three basic types of CBD Pet Products. Because there is no real overlap, classification is fairly simple.
- Pet Tinctures come with a dropper. The dropper allows you to custom-tailor the amount of tincture your pet needs. Depending on the dog, administer the tincture directly in the pet’s mouth or mix it in the dog’s food. With cats, mix the tincture directly in the pet’s food.
- Administering CBD Cat or Dog Chews or Treats is very simple. Follow the usage directions on the package or on the groovyhempcompany.com product page, under the Usage Directions tab, and administer the chew.
- Salves are a popular form of Topicals. CBD Salves formulated specifically for dogs could keep your 4-legged friend comfortable. Because it is a thicker formulation, a salve can be applied more heavily than a balm.
- For a scientific look at CBD Pet Products and their impact, read “A single dose of cannabidiol (CBD) positively influences measures of stress in dogs during separation and car travel”. Published online on February 22, 2023, on the NIH National Library of Medicine website. Tap or click to read the entire article.
CBD Pet Products: 7 Key Takeaways
- The very first thing to consider is that humans, dogs, and cats have different digestive systems and different nutritional needs. In fact, Canine and Feline nutritional needs are different.
- Veterinarians recommend that you do NOT give your dog anything with Marijuana or Intoxicating Hemp. Any amount of THC over 0.3% may create serious medical issues for your dog.
- Ultimately, there are three basic types of CBD Pet Products. Because there is no real overlap, classification is fairly simple.
- Pet Tinctures come with a dropper. The dropper allows you to custom-tailor the amount of tincture your pet needs. Depending on the dog, administer the tincture directly in the pet’s mouth or mix it in the dog’s food. With cats, mix the tincture directly in the pet’s food.
- Administering CBD Cat or Dog Chews or Treats is very simple. Follow the usage directions on the package or on the groovyhempcompany.com product page, under the Usage Directions tab, and administer the chew.
- Salves are a popular form of Topicals. CBD Salves formulated specifically for dogs could keep your 4-legged friend comfortable. Because it is a thicker formulation, a salve can be applied more heavily than a balm.
- For a scientific look at CBD Pet Products and their impact, read “A single dose of cannabidiol (CBD) positively influences measures of stress in dogs during separation and car travel”. Published online on February 22, 2023, on the NIH National Library of Medicine website. Tap or click to read the entire article.
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- Much like human Wellness Tinctures, Pet Tinctures come with a dropper. Depending on your pet’s weight, the dropper allows you to custom-tailor the amount of tincture your pet needs. Depending on the dog, you can administer the tincture directly in the pet’s mouth.
In many cases, mixing it in the dog’s food is sufficient. With cats, mix the tincture directly in the pet’s food. - Administering CBD Cat or CBD Dog Chews or Treats is very simple. Follow the usage directions on the package or the groovyhempcompany.com product page. and administer the chew.
CBD Pet Products, Some Information: Part 3
- The third type is Topicals. Salves are a popular form. CBD Salves, formulated specifically for dogs, can help keep your four-legged friend comfortable. Because it is a thicker formulation, a salve can be applied more heavily than a balm.
- CBD Pet Topicals can be Full-spectrum, THC-free, and Water-Soluble. Most of the time, these Topicals are formulated with additional skincare ingredients. Most of the time, they are specific to a dog, nourishing your dog’s skin.
- Pet CBD Shampoos and Conditioners are a form of Topicals. These are also formulated specifically for pets. They can be Full-spectrum, THC-free, and Water Soluble. Currently, groovyhempcompany.com does not offer these products.
CBD stands for Cannabidiol, one of many phytocannabinoids found in cannabis. Unlike THC, CBD is not psychoactive. Additionally, independent research and consumer feedback demonstrate numerous benefits for human and pet health. In hemp, CBD Oil is found in a much higher concentration than any other cannabinoid.
CBD Oil works synergistically with your body’s Endocannabinoid System (ECS) to supplement the naturally occurring cannabinoids in your system.
When your body absorbs CBD Oil, it improves the endocannabinoid system’s ability to promote a balanced internal environment (Homeostasis).
Consuming CBD Oil products can help you maintain a regular level of CBD Oil in your system, promoting optimal wellness.
Your pet has an Endocannabinoid system, so CBD Oil could be beneficial. However, anything you purchase for your dog or cat must be formulated specifically for their anatomy and physiology.
For dogs, this concise guide covers tinctures and chews. For cats, we only cover tinctures. The serving amounts are based on 300mg CBD / per fluid ounce for dogs and 150mg CBD / fluid ounce for cats.
These recommendations are approximations. Each manufacturer will have their usage directions; we suggest you follow them. Feel free to adjust as necessary. Start low and slow, and feel free to adjust as necessary. Use the smallest possible serving that creates positive results.
Tinctures for dogs.
- For pets between 5-20 lbs., start with two small drops twice a day with food and increase as needed.
- For pets 20+ lbs. Start with 4 small drops twice a day with food and increase as needed.
- For canine use only. Consult with veterinary professionals in case of accidental overdose.
- Discontinue use immediately if new or worsening symptoms occur.
Chews for dogs.
- Small dogs (10-30 pounds): 1/2 chew.
- Medium dogs (30-50 pounds): 1 chew.
- Large dogs (50-70 pounds): 2 chews.
- Extra-Large Dogs (70-90 pounds): 3 chews.
- As an example, a 7.9 oz (225 g) bag contains 300 mg of Broad-spectrum CBD (approximately 30 servings).
- A typical serving (1 chew) contains 10 mg of CBD..
- For canine use only. Consult with veterinary professionals in case of accidental overdose.
- Discontinue use immediately if new or worsening symptoms occur.
Tinctures for cats.
- For small cats (under 10 lbs), start with 0.5 ml (1 dropper). Administer by mixing with their food.
- Serving size can be increased based on need or your pet’s size. Monitor your pet before and after administration to determine optimal serving size.
- It can be taken with food without minimizing the absorption of nutrients.
- Each 1 fl oz (30 ml) container contains 150 mg of CBD (approximately 60 servings).
- A typical serving (1 dropper / 0.5 ml) of Tincture contains 10 mg of CBD.
- For feline use only. Consult with veterinary professionals in case of accidental overdose.
- Discontinue use immediately if new or worsening symptoms occur.
In all cases, store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Keep Out of the Reach of Children, Especially Small Children!
- CBD Oil Tinctures should be mixed into your pet’s food.
- I would not recommend that you attempt to directly administer Tincture under the tongue of your dog or cat, especially your cat. That would appear to have a very low probability of success.
- Treats should be managed the way you manage other pet treats
THC-free CBD Oil means exactly what it says. It’s CBD Oil without any THC. There are two types of THC-free CBD Oil. Broad-spectrum CBD Oil contains trace amounts of other phytocannabinoids except THC.
The strict interpretation of CBD Isolate is CBD Oil without any other phytocannabinoids, including THC. It also has no terpenes or any other organic compounds that might be found in Industrial Hemp, pharmaceutical hemp, or food-grade hemp
If a label says CBD Isolate or Broad-spectrum CBD but you have doubts, read the COA (Independent Lab Results). This document should be available on the vendor’s website.
The lab results will show the percentages of phytocannabinoids present (or not present) in the formulation. More specifically, Delta 8 or Delta 9 THC should be listed as “ND” (for none detected).
If you can’t find a COA for the product you’re looking at, consider another brand or vendor. groovyhempcompany.com has a COA for every CBD product we provide.
In Full-spectrum CBD (with THC), the Entourage Effect is a term used to describe how THC amplifies the therapeutic impact of a combination of a major cannabinoid (e.g., CBD or CBN), minor cannabinoids, Terpenes, and other organic compounds.
In THC-free CBD, the Entourage Effect is a term used to describe how a specific formulation amplifies the therapeutic impact of a combination of a major cannabinoid (e.g., CBD or CBN), minor cannabinoids, Terpenes, and other organic compounds.
The Certificate of Analysis abbreviation is COA (AKA Independent Lab Results). A COA can be conveniently found on the individual product page in the Independent Lab Results tab.
A qualified yes. CBD Oil products with zero % THC are legal in 49 states. E-commerce sites cannot legally sell CBD to Alabama residents.
Selling Full-spectrum CBD Oil products (less than 0.3% delta-9 THC but more than zero % THC) is illegal in California, Idaho, Kansas, and Tennessee and legal in the remaining 45 states.
That means Groovy Hemp Company is only allowed to sell THC-free CBD Oil products (Broad-spectrum CBD and CBD Isolate) in California, Idaho, Kansas, and Tennessee.
THC-free means 0.0% or N/D on the COA for delta-8 or delta-9 THC.
Groovy Hemp Company ships all of our CBD Oil products to all 50 states except Alabama. It is now illegal for e-commerce sites to sell CBD in Alabama.
- It is legal to sell and ship THC-free CBD to the other 49 states.
- It is legal to sell and ship Full-spectrum CBD to only 45 states.
- In California, Idaho, Alabama, and Tennessee, it is currently illegal for an e-commerce store to sell and ship ANY hemp-based product that is formulated with THC of any type.
- That includes Full-spectrum CBD Oil products (less than 0.3% delta-9 THC but more than zero % THC).
- That means Groovy Hemp Company is NOT allowed to sell or ship Full-spectrum CBD Oil products to California, Idaho, Kansas, and Tennessee.
- We are allowed to sell and ship THC-free CBD Oil products to those four states.
- THC-free means 0.0% or N/D on the COA for delta-8 or delta-9 THC.
- Tap or click if you do not know how to read a COA.
Because we are not physicians, Groovy Hemp Company is prohibited from diagnosing or prescribing anything. If you have a medical condition or are concerned that you might have a medical condition, make an appointment with your physician and keep that appointment. Do not go on the Internet and self-diagnose, and especially do not self-medicate.
Groovy Hemp Company does not provide any CBD Oil or Delta 8 THC products for children. We recommend that CBD Oil or Delta 8 THC products should not be given to children unless prescribed by a Physician.
Otherwise, keep ALL CBD Oil and Delta 8 THC products out of the reach of children, especially small children. We do check for age during the ordering process.
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