A Healthy Dose of CBD

A Healthy Dose of CBD

by | Jan 18, 2021 | Uncategorized

A Healthy Dose of CBD

How much CBD should you give your dog?

 

With CBD being relatively new to the market there can be a lot of misleading information out there. One of the things that often gets confused is the amount of CBD you can safely give your pet. Although taking too much CBD typically won’t hurt your pet knowing how much to give them to fit their individual needs is always the best approach.

Below you will read about the amount of CBD to give your pet based on weight, energy-level, and level of discomfort.

What is CBD?

CBD is a natural component known as cannabidiol found in the cannabis plant. CBD binds perfectly with your dog’s endocannabinoid system (ECS) which is responsible for things like mood and pain regulation.

This means that CBD could possibly provide your pet with a range of benefits like pain relief, anxiety reduction, and arthritis. All of these factors should be considered when finding out how much CBD to give your pet.

Weight a Second 

The biggest factor in determining the appropriate dose for your pet is size. Typically it goes 1-3 mg of CBD per 10 pounds of body weight. So a 20-pound dog would take around 4-6 mg of CBD. Typically, this would be a great dose for pets who are showing minimum symptoms (anxiety, pain, high-energy).

Always consult your veterinarian for any credible medical advice relating to the individual needs of your pet.

The Symptoms

This is another factor to consider when determining the proper dose amount. You must look at how severe your puppies problems are. Here is an example. Take the two same-sized dogs:

 

Moose: (Pit Bull/Lab mix)

Weighs about 80 pounds and is very high-energy. Moose has severe separation anxiety and will cry out when we leave for an extended period of time. He also has a very hard time sleeping and often yelps and jumps out of dead sleep. At that weight with those symptoms, we give him about 30 mg of CBD in the morning and 15 mg of CBD before he goes to bed. 

 

 

Sadie (German Shepard):

Weighs about 75 pounds and gets really excited when company is here. She doesn’t struggle too much with anxiety, but she does fuss a little bit when we leave. Sadie doesn’t require a lot of CBD but we know that she moves around a lot and is very agile for her size. We give her about 20 mg of CBD in the morning to promote joint health.

 

 Conclusion

  There are a lot of factors that go into determining the amount of CBD to give to your pet. The two main ones are weight/size and severity of symptoms. It’s always a good thing to start off at a low dose (1mg per 10 pounds of body weight) and then increase based on how severe the symptoms are.

Overall 1 mg of CBD is a great place to start, but trying 3 mg per 10 pounds of body weight can work great for older dogs with a range of problems. Be sure to contact your veterinarian for any credible medical advice. How much CBD do you typically use for your pet? Drop a comment below!

 

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5 Fun Games to Play With Your Dog

5 Fun Games to Play With Your Dog

by | Jan 11, 2021 | CBD News

Fun and Simple Games to Play With Your Dog

(a list to overcome boredom)

 

With all the time spent at home this past year, I think we can all agree that finding new and fun things to do around the house is no easy task. I’m sure our four-legged friends experience the same, if not more, boredom that we do. It’s a known fact that both humans and dogs alike benefit from mental and physical stimulation. Below is a list of fun, simple activities you and your dog can engage in to promote health and wellness.

Lazer Pointer

This is a favorite among our feline friends, but surprisingly a fair number of dogs love to chase that little red dot around as well. It’s great mental and physical exercise for your dog, and you don’t even have to get off the couch!

Hide and Seek 

This is a fun one for both you and your dog, and you can even include the kiddos! Simply find a good hiding place and call out to your dog so they can “find” you. To make it a little trickier, call out their name quieter and quieter the closer they get to you.

Lazy Day Tip: Don’t hide people, hide treats for your pup to sniff out!

Dog Park

 Dogs have a natural pack mentality. They need to socialize with other dogs as much as we need to interact with other humans. The dog park is a great, neutral space where dogs can run around and develop good social skills.

Play “Treat Tub” 

Dogs have a natural pack mentality. They need to socialize with other dogs as much as we need to interact with other humans. The dog park is a great, neutral space where dogs can run around and develop good social skills.

 Conclusion

  It’s hard enough to keep ourselves occupied during these trying times, nevermind our dogs too. Luckily there are things out there you can do to help alleviate some of the boredom. As you read earlier, It’s really not that hard to find something fun to do with your dog. All you need is a creative imagination and love for your amazing animal. What kind of fun things do you do with your pet? Drop a comment below!

 

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Marijuana Vs Hemp

Marijuana Vs Hemp

by | Jan 5, 2021 | CBD News

Marijuana vs Hemp

and how they are widely misunderstood

 

Oftentimes, when we hear CBD or Hemp, we group them together in our heads as “weed”. Hemp and marijuana are very similar, in fact, they are both cannabis plants! The only difference is the percentage of THC found within each plant. In this article, we will be diving into the often confusing differences between these two cannabis plants. 

Marijuana

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active component found in cannabis plants that results in that “high” feeling. Marijuana typically contains more THC, with a smaller focus on CBD. Therefore, it is most often sought after for the “natural high” experienced when it is consumed.

Percentage of THC is the determining factor (according to law) for the hemp and marijuana plant. According to the federal government, when a cannabis plant has a THC level of above 0.3% it is considered marijuna.

Hemp 

Unlike marijuana, hemp has very low amounts of THC (below 0.3%)

Hemp contains more CBD and probably won’t get you or your pet high. Because of its rich CBD contents, hemp is typically used for its therapeutic potential. In 2018, the Farm Bill was passed, meaning CBD products can now be sold online with restrictions. One of the major restrictions is the amount of THC. 

It’s Really Simple:

 

 Conclusion

  Although the two plants are often mistaken as the same thing, it is evident that they are not. The key difference between the two is simply the THC content and the level of care that each plant requires. The major takeaway is that hemp provides the therapeutic benefit without the high.

All of our products are made with broad-spectrum CBD derived from hemp. With that, you can be certain that your dog will not experience any psychoactive effects using our product. View our store here.

 

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