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No, your dog will not get high or stoned from these. Yes, they may help with your dog's stress and anxiety (we assume that's why you're here, right? Because you have a very anxious pup?). Either way, when deciding which CBD product to give to your pet, you must consider where the hemp was sourced and what type of extract you’re looking for.
The three main extracts are:
- Isolate: All of the components of the hemp plant are stripped to leave just the CBD, AKA zero percent THC, the psychoactive ingredient.
- Broad Spectrum: a minimally processed version of CBD, containing less than 0.3 percent THC.
- Full Spectrum: This is the least processed and contains the most original plant particles. It can have up to .3 percent THC in it.
As a general rule of thumb when starting CBD, try 1-2 mg of CBD for every 10 pounds of your pet's weight. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, “under current federal and state law, veterinarians may not administer, dispense, prescribe or recommend cannabis or its products for animals.”
TL;DR: We once again recommend you consult your vet before adding anything new to your pets' intakes.
Verma Farms sources all their CBD from USA-grown farms (see: no pesticides!) and has a 150-mg and 300-mg size option. You can also get a monthly subscription so you never have to worry about running out. Bonus points.
Zesty Paws Zesty Paws Calming Bites for Dogs
Zesty Paws makes calming bites that help with stress from things like separation anxiety, fireworks, and thunder. These bites come in turkey and peanut butter flavors; plus, there's a turkey version that includes melatonin to aid with sleep.
Each of these is only 5 mg which is a good dosage for many dogs (again, you should check with your vet before dosing!). The shape of these bites is made so that you can easily break a bite in half, which makes dosing easier for a smaller pup.
Vegan and NON-GMO, the product comes from a group with over 25 years of combined experience in the organic food industry. They partner with hemp farms in Colorado to produce some of the highest grade CBD pet products available on the market.
Formulated by veterinarians, The Anxious Pet makes a line of CBD products that can help with any of your pet's ailments. Their Hip & Hop chews can be used for dogs over one-year-old and include glucosamine, MSM, and chondroitin to promote healthy joint function—the CBD is what helps reduce inflammation and promotes a calming effect.
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