What is CBD oil for dogs?

CBD is short for cannabidiol, which is a naturally-occurring substance found in the cannabis plant. CBD is just one of the cannabinoids present in cannabis, and it is known to support mood and wellness properties.* It is extracted from the hemp plant and diluted with a carrier oil to meet the desired dose. CBD oil for dogs may also be referred to as hemp oil for dogs. Different from marijuanna, hemp is defined by its lower levels of tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. To comply with legal regulations hemp contains less than 0.3% THC, so it does not produce any sort of ‘high’ or ‘buzz.’

CBD oil works the same way for dogs and cats as it does for humans. Our CBD oil products for dogs include dog chews, doggy nugs, tinctures, and water solubles, all in forms your dog is sure to love!

What to look for in CBD oil for dogs

You wouldn’t want to give just anything to man’s best friend. As a pet owner, you want to be sure your dog is taken care of. The best CBD oil for dogs is a pure and potent hemp oil extract. At CBD American Shaman, all of our products are third-party lab tested to make sure they meet our strict purity and potency standards, even our hemp oil for dogs. Our CBD products are also all made from high quality pure hemp extract with naturally occurring terpenes from non-GMO hemp and powered by our proprietary nanotechnology. CBD American Shaman products are the most pure CBD products for dogs. And we’re proud to say our hemp is grown in the USA.

Because quality matters most when it comes to CBD, you wouldn’t want to shop based on price or branding alone. Look for companies that give you more information about their sourcing and product processes. We avoid additives and preservatives as well as harsh chemicals and pesticides to ensure you get the best product possible.

What are the benefits CBD oil provides dogs?

The benefits of CBD oil for dogs are the same as for humans, since dog and human bodies react the same way to CBD. CBD oil may help your dog by promoting relaxation, helping manage everyday stress, and providing relief from occasional sleeplessness.*

Dog CBD oil also may provide positive mental support, help support mood, help maintain cardiovascular function, and help maintain joint flexibility.* Our customers primarily use our dog CBD oil products to provide their dog with increased relaxation and to help maintain joint flexibility support.* Your pups do so much, it's great to show you love & help them feel right at home with CBD oil for dogs.

CBD oil may promote relaxation, help manage everyday stress, and provide relief from occasional sleeplessness.* It also may provide positive mental support, help support mood, help maintain cardiovascular function, and help maintain joint flexibility.*

How does Dog CBD Oil Work?

CBD for dogs enters the body and works with the endocannabinoid system (ECS) to provide many benefits. The ECS is found in all animal species except insects (sorry, insects), and is made up of receptors, enzymes, and endocannabinoids. 

The endocannabinoid system’s receptors work to regulate and balance the body’s hormones and functions in a state known as homeostasis. When something is off in the body, the ECS responds by making endocannabinoids to fix it. The ECS works to regulate almost all systems of the body. It can also affect or help to maintain joint and cartilage function, positive mental support, supporting mood and more.*

Coincidence or not, the Cannabis Sativa plant and the bodies of humans and animals are the only sources of 100% naturally produced cannabinoids. This is why CBD oil is so helpful for your furry friends. CBD oil for dogs, cats, and pets can provide the same cannabinoids their system is organically making in the ECS.

How is CBD made for dogs and pets?

CBD naturally occurs in the cannabis plant and can be extracted in three different ways: oil infusion, CO2 extraction, and grain alcohol extraction. At CBD American Shaman, we use proprietary nanotechnology that breaks down the CBD to create water-soluble CBD.

While CBD is naturally occurring in both hemp and marijuana plants, CBD Shaman’s oil is made by extracting CBD from hemp plants that contain less than 0.3% THC, in compliance with legal standards. All of CBD Shaman’s products are tested by third-party labs to ensure they meet purity and potency standards. After the extraction, refining, and testing process, the CBD is a thick substance that is added to carrier oils, flavors, or scents to make it easier to take.

How much CBD should I give my dog?

This depends on the size of your dog, and how new they are to CBD. We recommend giving your dog 2mg-5mg of CBD per 25lbs of body weight daily. 5mg is equal to half a mL of our tinctures or water solubles, one of our hard dog chews, or 2 of our soft dog chews per day. Don't worry, all serving size recommendations can be found on the product packaging for dog owners to check before each use.

CBD oil can also be given to dogs as needed ahead of particularly worrisome situations like the vet or the groomer. CBD oil for dogs could also be a great option before fireworks or long car trips. As with all supplements, we recommend starting with a minimum serving size and slowly building up as your dog’s body gets more and more used to the effects of CBD.

How do I use CBD for my dog?

The benefits of CBD for dogs will only help if your pet will cooperate in taking the CBD, which is easier said than done. To make this process easier, we’ve provided a few easy methods for providing CBD oil to your dog. We offer a tincture that can be ingested by mouth or placing on food, dog chews that your friendly pup will be excited to use, and water soluble oil that can be added to your dog’s water bowl or sprinkled over their food.

How can I tell if the CBD oil is working for my pet?

The onset timeline of cbd for pets will vary depending on the method of consumption and the size of your pet, as it can take longer for the effects to fully set in on a larger animal. A water soluble pet cbd oil may set in very quickly, while a tincture can take a little more time, and a chew may take even longer to digest and absorb.

To know how your pet is doing, you can watch for a change in their behavior or demeanor. Are they calmer when they normally get out of sorts? Are they moving about more when their joints are normally tired out for the day? No two pets will have the exact same reaction, so it is hard to give a definite answer of how to tell if the CBD oil is working in your pet.

What is the best CBD oil for cats?

Much like CBD oil for dogs, the best CBD oil for cats is a true pure and potent hemp oil extract. At CBD American Shaman we are proud to say our CBD oil for pets is all made from high quality pure hemp extract with naturally occurring terpenes from non-GMO hemp. Our hemp is grown in the USA and our CBD products are powered by our proprietary nanotechnology. All of our products are also lab tested to make sure they meet our strict purity and potency standards. We don’t want products that contain harmful additives or chemicals. CBD American Shaman products are the most pure and potent CBD cat products available.

What are the benefits of CBD for cats?

The benefits of CBD oil for cats are the same as for humans, dogs, and other pets. Since cats’ bodies react the same way to CBD as human bodies do, CBD oil may help your cat by promoting relaxation, helping manage everyday stress, and providing relief from occasional sleeplessness.*

CBD for cats may also provide your cat with positive mental support, help support mood, help maintain cardiovascular function, and help maintain joint flexibility* through all their jumps and climbs. Many of these benefits provide cats with helpful support for their bodies and minds as they age. 

How much CBD should I give my cat?

We recommend giving your cat 2mg-5mg of CBD per 8lbs of body weight daily (a little less than for dogs). 5mg is equal to half a mL of our tinctures or water solubles. All serving size recommendations can be found on the product packaging for easy reminders and double-checks. CBD oil can be given to cats daily as recommended on the product packaging or as needed for the cat’s specific needs. If your cat isn’t so fond of house guests or thunderstorms, CBD for cats may help ease your feline friend before these events.

Can I use human CBD oil on dogs?

The ingredients in CBD products for pets are the same as CBD products for humans, so your pets are still getting the most high-quality CBD. The only difference is the form it's provided in! As such, we do not recommend giving our human CBD products to your pets (or taking CBD for dogs yourself).

It would be difficult to share your human CBD anyways because dogs and cats do not like the human products as much. Our CBD tincture for dogs is beef and cheese, while our cat CBD tincture is made for them. That way, you can easily get your pet to take their serving size of CBD, and be happy about it! Getting your pet to take a supplement can be a real pain, but CBD Shaman takes away that pain by providing a product your pets will love.

Does CBD oil for pets contain THC?

CBD oil for dogs and cats can contain some THC. THC is the cannabinoid known for its “high” or intoxicating effects. Since THC is a natural element that occurs in the hemp plant, our full spectrum CBD for pets contains <0.3% THC content in compliance with the legal limit and therefore produces no intoxicating effects. We also offer a lab tested and guaranteed THC-free version of some of our products.

Is CBD oil safe for dogs, cats and pets?

CBD oil for dogs, cats, and pets is widely considered safe by veterinarians, but the safety of the pet CBD is where quality comes into play. Choosing a CBD product that has high-quality standards, has been third-party tested, and is made without harsh additives or pesticides is the key. 

You should also look for CBD pet products that are transparent, and consistent, about the THC levels found in their products. Too much THC can be dangerous for dogs and pets. But legal CBD, taken in proper serving sizes, does not contain toxic levels for your pet. 

When taking CBD, your dog, cat, or pet may experience minor side effects like dry mouth or drowsiness. As with all supplements, it is best to start with less and build up the serving size over time. This is a safe way to introduce CBD for pets, and its many benefits, to their system.