Can I Give My Dog CBD Hemp Oil?

14 February 2022

Our dogs love us unconditionally, and it’s only right that we love them back just as equally. The best way to do so is to take care of them and their health. Are you willing to go an extra step, by adding natural supplements to his diet?These supplements work to enhance his overall health and help fight off your dog’s health conditions; that may be stressing him out and keeping him from fully enjoying life. If the answer is yes, or you’ve got a hint of consideration, continue reading below to find out why Hemp products are becoming so popular and the many therapeutic benefits it offers.

What Is Hemp Oil?

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Hemp oil is an extract from the stalk of the hemp plant. CBD products are primarily sourced from this part of the plant mainly due to its high concentrations of CBD, and legally containing less than 0.3% THC.

THC? What’s That and Why Do I Hear About It So Often?

Great question! THC, or Tetrahydrocannabinol is another active cannabinoid found in the Cannabis plants that is highly responsible for the euphoric effects we often see when using recreational marijuana.It’s basically the culprit and the sole reason why people become so “high”, especially when consumed in large amounts. Keep in mind that one dose of a product that contains high amounts of THC is enough to induce the psychoactive side effect, so it’s important that you are keen on checking the THC content when making a purchase.

What About CBD?

Excellent eye! CBD, or Cannabidiol, is one of the most popular cannabinoids found in the Cannabis plants. Unlike its counterpart THC, CBD is the compound solely responsible for the wide array of therapeutic benefits that many users seek. CBD works in a chemically synergistic way with the body, by interacting with our endocannabinoid system (more about that here).

How The Endocannabinoid System (ECS) and CBD Work Together

See what I did in that last section? That’s right, mammalian bodies naturally have cannabinoids. The reason why CBD and the ECS get along together so well to provide numerous benefits is because CBD promotes homeostasis (balance within the body).This is made possible due to the CB1 receptors located in the brain, nervous system, organs and glands; as well as the CB2 receptors found in the immune system. Both of these receptors are associated with the ECS and are found all throughout the body. Not only does CBD promote the activity of the ECS, it encourages the onset production of natural endocannabinoids in the body.

Hemp VS Marijuana

First off, let me begin by saying that hemp is not marijuana. There is a lot of confusion revolving around this particular topic, so let’s dive further into it and clear up the confusion.Hemp and marijuana are from the same plant species, Cannabis sativa, but different varieties. They are related and very similar, but have a different scientific make-up structure. Much like that of Canis lupus (wolf) and Canis lupus familiaris (dog), you can see that they are from the same family of Canis lupus but the domestic dog is simply put, a different variety.As mentioned earlier, hemp products are extracted from the stalk and contain high concentrations of CBD and less than 0.3% THC. Recreational marijuana is commonly known for its intense euphoric effects due to its high THC concentrations of up to 20% but containing very low concentrations of CBD.

Benefits Of Hemp For Dogs With:

Loss of Appetite
Pain and Inflammation
Seizures
Separation Anxiety
Behavioral Anxiety
Depression
Autoimmune Disease
Arthritis
Trouble sleeping
Diabetes
Skin Conditions such as consistent itching and scratching
Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Excessive Barking
Alzheimer’s
Parkinson’s
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)
Aggressive behavior
Nausea
And many more conditions

Finding The Right Hemp Products

Now that we’ve covered the basics of hemp, you’re probably itching to get some for your pup too! Hemp products come in a variety of forms for preference, and you can often find them as oils, dog treats, topicals, capsules, and more. You can read more about facts of hemp oil for dogs .If you buy CBD oil online, be sure to only select products who are derived from 100% organic hemp and are absolutely free of pesticides, herbicides and insecticides. You’ll want to be wary if websites offering hemp products offer transparency by providing an easy-to-access Certificate of Analysis (COA) to ensure that you are getting quality CBD concentrations and to confirm the THC levels of the products they offer. It’s worth doing thorough research to check out a hemp’s product reviews as well and see what other users are saying in regards to the product’s effictivity.

Last Updated on February 14, 2022 by Bud