Have you been considering hopping on this new pet wellness train but unsure if CBD is right for your pet? This leads to the question: What do I need to know about CBD for dogs? We’re here to help with this important decision and the health of your pet.
CBD is used for its anti-inflammatory properties, cardiac benefits, anti-nausea effects, appetite stimulation, anti-anxiety impact, and possible anti-cancer benefits, although there’s no conclusive data on this use. Scientists do know that cannabinoids interact with the endocannabinoid receptors located in the central and peripheral nervous system, this helps maintain balance in the body and keep a normal healthy state. If you’re unfamiliar with CBD and want to learn more about its benefits you can click here.
Only a few studies have been done on the effects of CBD in dogs but one study from 2018Trusted Source focused on the safety, anti-inflammatory properties, and anti-pain properties of CBD oil in dogs with osteoarthritis. Researchers gave dogs doses of 2 or 8 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) of body weight. Eighty percent of the dogs showed improvement in their pain and mobility.
Another small study publishes in 2019Trusted Source found that epileptic dogs given CBD in addition to seizure medication had significantly fewer seizures than those that received seizure medication and a placebo. Hopefully, more studies like this will be conducted to confirm CBD’s medical potential for pets. For now, the future is looking bright.
CBD for pets has many options, like treats, oils, salves, and creams. If you’re considering testing out CBD with your pet you should always talk to your veterinarian first. We recommend starting with a low dose, monitoring your pet’s reactions, and increasing the doses slowly if needed. Some things to keep an eye on when your dog first tests out CBD are dry mouth, lowered blood pressure, and drowsiness. Research has shown that CBD can decrease the production of saliva, so keep their water bowl nearby. The calming effects of CBD can also cause slight drowsiness, especially when using high doses.
CBD could prove to be a life-improving medication for your dog. If you follow the tips we listed above your pet should have a safe and positive experience with CBD. We have provided some testimonials from pet owners who fell in the love with our Zelle Hemp Company products.
Testimonials
“At night when it gets to be dark out and the lights in the house are off / dimmed our dog’s anxiety seems to climb. He doesn’t see well in the dark and that spooks him out. When we give him the Zelle Hemp Company Full-spectrum CBD Pet Oil, he seems to be much more relaxed and falls asleep easier.”
“My pet is an 11-year-old pit bull. She is very healthy but because of her old age, she has developed some arthritis and joint pain. It can be quite debilitating and make it harder for her to run and play like she used to. When we give her Zelle Hemp Company CBD Treats we can see an immediate difference. Her mobility increases and she doesn’t seem to be in any pain.”
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