How CBD Benefits Your Dogs

Currently, there are no formal studies surrounding the use of Cannabinoid products on dogs. But seeing as to how they react with humans has lead veterinarians to believe that CBD products could have a positive effect on our furry, four-legged friends.

As stated on the American Kennel Club's website, "The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) is currently sponsoring a study, through the Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences that will evaluate the use of CBD in treatment-resistant epileptic dogs. The CHF hopes that this will be the first study to gain scientific data on the use of CBD in dogs with this condition."

Why are pet owners turning to CBD oil?

  • Relieves pain and inflammation caused by surgeries of old age
  • Soothes skin allergies and irritation
  • Lubricates joints and ligature mobility
  • Promotes healthy aging and wellness
  • Decreases separation anxiety and phobias
  • Inhibits epilepsy and seizures
  • Boosts appetite


It's no wonder that pet owners are opting to buy medical CBD oil for their dogs. They present a multitude of benefits it offers.

How to look for the right products


Suppose you want to switch to CBD hemp oil as a course of treatment for your dogs. Be sure to consider these things first:

  1. Buy it in tincture form - The American Kennel Club Association suggests that you administer your doses from a tincture, that way you can adjust the dosage drop by drop.
  2. Don't look for cheap alternatives - The purity of the oil comes with a cost. The better the oil, the more expensive it will be. When buying CBD oil at alarmingly low prices, you put yourself at risk of receiving counterfeit products.
  3. The product must be organic - Ensure that the product is free from contaminants and additives. What you should be looking for is CBD oil free of any chemicals. CBD and hemp are extracted from organic material, the cannabis sativa plant, and it should stay that way.
  4. Third-party lab testing - The hallmark of a legitimate cannabinoid hemp oil is one that was tested in multiple labs. When companies prohibit other labs from testing on their products, it should send up red flags for the consumers.


Side effects of CBD on dogs


There are no clinically proven side-effects on dogs, but based on anecdotal reports, what their pets have experienced are:

  • a dry mouth or excessive salivating
  • drowsiness and prolonged naps
  • lowered blood pressure



Giving your dogs CBD or hemp oil may be a foreign idea, but it may benefit them more than you think.

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