Top 7 CBD for Pets Tips
Index
- 7 Nano Technology
- 9 Read the labels carefully
- 6 Which form of CBD should I choose for my pets?
- 5 Should I experiment with a few different forms of CBD for my pet?
- 4 Are CBD products available for pets without a prescription from a veterinarian?
- 3 Where can I find CBD recipes suitable for pets?
- 2 How will I know if my pet is responding well to a CBD remedy?
- 1 Monitor your pets closely
When looking for CBD products for your pets, you should think about the reliability of your source of information, the reputation of the brand, the product’s strength, the ingredients, and the administration route or delivery mechanism you will choose. When it comes to giving CBD to your pet, for example, you can use CBD capsules, CBD oil droppers, CBD tinctures, or CBD-infused edibles like biscuits and crackers.
7 Nano Technology
We are starting to see nano-beverages more frequently on the market, including nano-CBD beverage powders, which can be added into a water bowl for an extra-hydrating and calming summer treat.
9 Read the labels carefully
As a general guideline, look for CBD products that are marketed particularly for pets. This ensures that the goods do not include any potentially harmful sweets or chocolate that could negatively affect your cat or dog. It’s also important to make sure the product you pick doesn’t have a lot of THC in it, if any at all, as this might make your pet confused and scared, especially if ingested in big amounts. If new to using CBD for pets, start by sourcing products that are made using CBD isolate.
6 Which form of CBD should I choose for my pets?
If you have access to a certificate of analysis, read through it to verify that it is up to current and that it contains the findings of potency and contaminant testing. The COA should state the quantity of CBD in the product as well as whether it is THC-free. It should also demonstrate that the product has passed pesticide, heavy metal, and mould testing, all of which are potentially hazardous to pets.
Many end-users don’t have the channels to access this information directly from the producers. Opt instead to heed the advice of your veterinarians, fellow pet lovers and the recommendations from sites who represent brands they have come to know and trust. Always read the labels on your products, and keep the formulations contained in the packaging that they come in and out of reach from your pets. We have all heard stories of children who have mistakenly snacked on adult-gummies. Try to prevent Max and Precious from doing the same.
5 Should I experiment with a few different forms of CBD for my pet?
Part of this discovery process may also include the two of you experimenting with a range of delivery mechanisms. For muscle tension for example, you may opt for a topical, to massage into pooch’s aching hind quarters. For ongoing sleeplessness or anxiety, perhaps the addition of a few drops of salmon flavoured tinctures to your cat’s fancy feasts may be the route to take.
Start slow and low with the dosing, regularly monitor the effects and share your findings. Word of mouth at the dog run is a great way to exchange stories on behalf of our pets who to our knowledge, won’t be sharing their preferences with us verbally, any time soon.
4 Are CBD products available for pets without a prescription from a veterinarian?
While a veterinarian may personally advocate for CBD (and even use it themselves), they may still not be willing to prescribe it to your pets. Fortunately there is a growing number of incredibly formulated products available on the market today, some even crafted in flavours such as salmon and bacon, yes, bacon.
These tinctures are so delicious it may be hard for you to wrap your head around the idea of sharing your snacks with your dog. Read further to uncover the quick list and the more detailed descriptions of the benefits of CBD for pets. Embrace that the time is now to listen to your pets, to grab the CBD from the cupboard, to provide your ‘better half’ with the same level of care you would yourself.
3 Where can I find CBD recipes suitable for pets?
There are recipes galore online or available anecdotally, as an increasing number of pet owners are choosing homemade treats for the furry friends. Making treats for your pet at home is a great way to manage the CBD dosing schedule, and to ensure that the treats are made with quality ingredients.
2 How will I know if my pet is responding well to a CBD remedy?
It may take some time for CBD oil to build up in the body and begin to perform its magic. The idea is to give your dog a regular dose over time, along with some careful observation to determine if CBD is making a difference in his everyday life.
For longer term, daily use, look into options that can be easily added in at meal times, to either liquid or solid foods. There are a variety of CBD tinctures and CBD oil droppers with easy to use measuring instructions to help to inform the dosing schedule suitable for your pet.
For more immediate relief of sudden onset symptoms, such as muscle or joint pain, a CBD topical may be a good choice, and this can be applied dermally to your pet’s affected area, similarly to how you would apply a lotion or balm to yourself. Be careful to avoid sensitive areas including around the eyes, ears and mouth.
1 Monitor your pets closely
As you would do with any supplements added to a human’s dietary program, it is important to monitor the effects regularly and over time. It is ok to increase the dose if your pet is responding well, but don’t go overboard, and pay attention to the label recommendations specific to each product. Avoid products containing THC, even at trace levels, as toxicity can exist to pets, even when consumed in small amounts. As a general rule of thumb, it may be safe for you to consume your cat’s CBD tincture, but not necessarily the same for them to consume yours.