CBD Oil and Edibles for Dogs

Dogs can frequently go through many of the same types of ailments that we as humans do. They commonly suffer from stiff and achy joints, anxiety, widespread pain and many other issues. While there are medications that can help these issues, they all come with side effects, many of them are very undesirable. Edibles or CBD Oil for Dogs are a safe alternative with fewer side effects but, still offer a huge amount of relief. Plus, CBD oil isn’t just for dogs! You can use CBD for Cats too – I know plenty of cats that have anxiety and need that relief. I’ve had friends who give their dogs CBD oil when they know there will be fireworks or will be anxious about something and it’s worked so well. Check out the FAQs below about using CBD oil for your pets!

What is CBD Oil?

When cannabis is broken down it has several components. The one you hear the most of is typically THC. CBD (cannabinoid) is a non-THC containing component.

Will my Dog get High?

Since the CBD doesn’t have the THC component, there is no psychoactive response to the CBD Oil. Your dog will only experience the calming and pain relieving effects of the CBD Oil.

Why Use CBD Oil Instead of Regular Medication

Regular medications come with a long list of side effects. Most of them almost as unpleasant as the issue the medication is prescribed for. The use of CBD Oil instead of regular medication also helps to avoid liver and kidney issues plus, it is much easier on the digestive tract.

Other Benefits

Our dog’s bodies don’t naturally produce some of the healthy fatty acids that they need. They get a lot of it from the foods they eat but, CBD oil will help your pet get a good balance of omega-6s and omega-3s. I love that they are able to get natural vitamins that they need.

What Ailments Can CBD Help my Dog With?

• Anxiety and Phobias
• Seizures / Epilepsy
• Chronic Pain
• Autoimmune Diseases
• Nausea
• Lack of Appetite
• Skin Problems
• Cancer Comfort
• Helping to Calm Aggressive Dogs

Dosing 

Both CBD Oil and Edibles come in various milligram doses. The exact dose really depends on the size of the your pet. It may take some trial and error to find the perfect dose for your dog but, starting with the smallest dose possible is the best. If the first dose doesn’t help slowly increase that dose that is given.

Does It Work?

When using any type of medication with your dog, there is a chance that it may not help your dog. CBD Oil and Edibles are no different. There is a chance that after giving it an appropriate amount of time to work that it may not work for your dog.

It Takes Time

Like any other treatment plan you would choose for your dog, it does take time to see the benefits of adding CBD Oil to your dogs routine. It can take up to a few hours to see the full effects of a dose.

How to Administer CBD Oil

Unlike other medications, CBD Oil has many ways that it can be administered to your pet. This means that it should be easy to find something that your dog will happily take, lessening the fight that can ensue due to not wanting to take medications.

The most common ways to give CBD Oil are:

• CBD oil placed directly in their mouth
• Added to their food
• Added to a homemade treat or pre-made treats (an edible)
• Applied topically to affected areas
• Given in capsule form

Is the Use of CBD Oil Approved for Dogs?

The simple answer is not yet. Just like any other medication, CBD Oil needs to meet the necessary amount of scientific studies before it can be approved. However, there are plenty of veterinarians and owners who still would wholeheartedly recommend the use of CBD oil for dogs.

In the Event of an Overdose

While overdoses rarely happen it can be a possibility. Accidents do happen so it is important to be aware of the symptoms if an overdose does take place.

Symptoms

• Possible Vomiting
• Depression
• Low Energy
• Unenthusiastic
• Lots of drooling
• Anxious or Over Excited
• Shaking

If an overdose dose occur or, you are suspecting an overdose is possible please contact your veterinarian immediately or, make a visit to the nearest emergency clinic.

Helpful Tips

Reputation

Be sure to buy your CBD Oil or Edibles from a reputable company. Start by searching locally. If that isn’t an option than online is your best chance. When it comes to buying online though, your best bet is to ask around. Start with friends, family or your dog’s veterinarian. Any of these people may have an idea of where to start.

Living Up to the Claim

There are many companies that list their products as containing CBD when in reality, they don’t.  It isn’t foolproof but, the price is a great indicator. If you find a product that is much cheaper than anything else, there is a high probability that it doesn’t actually contain CBD. I recommend getting your CBD Oil for your pets from MediPets CBD. They provide top quality CBD oils and CBD oil products designed just for cats and dogs of all sizes. All MediPets products are third party lab tested and made in the USA from industrial hemp oil.

THC

THC is not safe for your canine family members so it is very important that you make sure that your CBD products contain no THC at all. This is another reason that it is important to find quality CBD products to give your dog.

Overall, CBD Oil and Edibles aren’t approved quite yet but, hopefully soon as so many dogs and their owners have seen the outstanding results that CBD products can provide. The side effects are by far much less than those of other medications and the number of things that can be helped with just a small daily dose is amazing.