How Does CBD Affect Dogs?
Posted by Twine Life Team on Aug 24th 2020
National Dog Day is August 26th and a perfect time to celebrate our pets with TWINE CBD Pet Products. Pet trends abound and CBD oil for dogs and CBD pet treats are part of the latest craze. In case you’ve been wondering what CBD oil is, what it does for pets and what you should look for when buying CBD oil, Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Kennel Club offers the latest information and explanation.
What Is CBD Oil?
CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of many compounds found in the hemp plant. Dr. Klein says it is essential to note that in most cases, CBD does not contain delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the compound that gives hemp’s cousin, marijuana, its psychoactive properties. In fact, most CBD products are derived from hemp and not from marijuana.
How Does CBD Affect Dogs?
Ongoing studies are investigating how CBD affects dogs, but for now scientists do know cannabinoids interact with the endocannabinoid receptors located in the central and peripheral nervous systems, which help maintain balance in the body and keep it in a normal healthy state.
Before Using CBD Oil for Dogs...
Any medication or supplement carries the risk of a reaction. It is always advisable, when giving your dog anything new, to start out with small amounts and then closely monitor the effects. Any medication, supplement or even new food carries the risk of a reaction. It’s always advisable to check with your veterinarian first before giving your dog CBD.
What to look for when buying CBD for Dogs?
If you and your veterinarian decide that you should try CBD as a treatment for your dog, there are a few things to keep in mind when purchasing CBD oil. Not all oils are the same; you’ll want high-quality CBD oil to have a better chance of it working.
- Look for CBD from organically grown hemp. Third party testing should verify products contain NO pesticides, fungicides, or solvents. TWINE CBD Pet Oils contain the purest form of CBD isolate and all-natural hemp seed oil with only natural bacon flavor added.
- Price Shopping not recommended. The higher the quality and purity of CBD, the higher the cost. You don’t want to go for a cheaper option that could have toxic substances such as pesticides, herbicides, or heavy metals.
- Get the analysis. The manufacturer should provide a certificate that tells you the amount of CBD that is in the product. Many CBD products contain only small amounts of CBD. With TWINE CBD Pet Oils, we take the extra step by using only CBD isolate (derived from flowers and leaves of the hemp plant) vs. full spectrum CBD (made from the whole plant which can contain trace amounts of THC). TWINE Pet CBD products are THC FREE.
- Pet CBD oils offer the greatest flexibility in administering to your dog. TWINE Pet Bites contain 10mg of THC Free CBD isolate and are an easy way to give CBD to your dog, but TWINE CBD Pet Oils allow you to adjust the exact amount of CBD you give to your dog dropperful by dropperful.
The CBD Wellness Trend for Pets
Why are we hearing so much about CBD oil now? The 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp and in doing so, helped restore the reputation of hemp and its many beneficial compounds like CBD as an all-natural alternative for health and wellness. Our relationships with our dogs bring positive feelings, increased activity, affection and security. Coming home to a dog helps to relieve stress. With this in mind, pet owners want to help their pets live longer and enjoy life too. “We are likely to see continued interest in CBD and an increase in research about its uses and efficacy in the coming years,” Dr. Klein points out.
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