This Simple Secret Helped Misty Stay Active and Happy In Her Golden Years

Misty sitting on the floor with joint discomfort.

By: Joey DiFrancesco
Lolahemp Founder

This Simple Secret Helped Misty Stay Active and Happy In Her Golden Years

"There's not much you can do for her..."

That’s what the vet told Brad about Misty, his 13-year-old senior dog.

She no longer got up when the doorbell rang.

Morning walks grew shorter.

Even standing took effort — stiff, shaky, uncomfortable.

Misty sitting on the ground with joint discomfort

 

But her eyes still lit up when Brad walked into the room.

It was clear Misty needed help, so Brad turned to the vet.

At the clinic, he explained everything how Misty's mobility had declined over the past few months, how her endurance was fading, and how hard it was for her to get up on her own.

“What can I do to help her?” he asked.

The vet listened carefully, then gently suggested a prescription — something to ease her discomfort and help her rest.

“She's 13, and at this stage,” he said, “there’s only so much we can do.”

Misty struggling to walk in the yard

Brad wasn’t so sure.

He appreciated the vet’s advice, but he didn’t want Misty to just sleep through her final years. He wanted her to
enjoy them. To move more freely. To have good days again.

Most of all, he wanted to support her quality of life — not just manage her decline.

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A neighbor had recently mentioned how hemp oil had helped his aging dog, so Brad asked the vet: Have you heard about hemp oil?

The vet gave a thoughtful pause.

“There’s not a lot of solid research behind it just yet,” he said. “but I have had some clients tell me they’ve seen good results."

It wasn’t the clear answer Brad was hoping for. It left him with more questions than certainty.

misty struggling to walk

That Could've Been the End of the Story. But It Wasn't.

That’s when Brad found us.

At the time, I had just started Lolahemp.

We were a tiny company with one product, no marketing budget, and a mission built around my own dog, Lola.

Joey and Lola

"I started Lolahemp with a mission to help Lola, and all dogs feel their natural best."

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Brad reached out, told me about Misty, and asked if what he heard about hemp oil was real.

We went back and forth for a while. I shared everything I’d learned — how hemp worked, what to look for, and why most products out there didn’t deliver. I had spent the past year buried in research, talking to respected vets in the space, and learning everything I could.

And then I sent him a bottle from our very first batch.

No charge.

Just a chance to help Misty feel like herself again.

Lolahemp's first batch of oil in 2018

Lolahemp's first batch of oil in 2018

What Happened Next Surprised Even Me

A week later, Brad called. Misty was already showing signs of improvement — more energy, a better appetite, and sleeping soundly through the night. He said he’d keep me posted.

Another week passed. Brad called again, this time with real excitement in his voice. Misty was trotting around the backyard — tail wagging, eyes bright.

Her spark was back.

She was still a senior dog, sure. But she wasn’t done.

And here’s the best part…

Misty didn’t just have a good week. Or a good month.

She went on to live two more full years — comfortable, mobile, and deeply loved.

Brad told me: “Those last two years with Misty were some of the best we ever had together. I’ll always be grateful.”

Misty after hemp oil

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Dogs who were slowing down.

Dogs who had lost that spark.

Dogs who just needed something simple, natural, and effective to help them feel more like themselves again.

That’s what Lolahemp is for — restoring and maintaining quality of life.

How Hemp Oil Supports Your Dog’s Well-Being

Every mammal — including your dog — has something called the endocannabinoid system (ECS). 

It plays a huge role in regulating joint function, comfort, mood, sleep, appetite and overall balance in the body. 

The hemp plant is rich in natural compounds that interact directly with your dog’s ECS — helping to restore balance wherever it’s needed most.

Think of it as your dog’s body’s helper.

When a dog’s ECS is properly supported, it can do remarkable things — helping them feel more at ease, both physically and mentally, with greater comfort in their joints and daily movement as they age.

How Hemp Supports Balance in Your Dog’s Body

Dog ECS Diagram

Your dog has something called the endocannabinoid system (ECS) — a network that helps regulate balance throughout the body.

The ECS plays a role in regulating things like:

  • Comfort & recovery
  • Restful sleep
  • Appetite & digestion
  • Calm behavior

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Hemp oil supports your dog’s ECS — helping it maintain healthy function and balance as your dog ages.

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Why Lolahemp Works So Well

Most hemp oils on the market are made fast, cheap, and watered down — stripping away the full spectrum of compounds that make hemp effective.

Without those compounds working together (a phenomenon called the entourage effect), the oil has little to no real impact on a dog’s ECS.

It's no wonder so many pet parents we’ve spoken to over the years say, “I tried hemp oil… and didn’t see a difference.”

They’re not wrong. Most products out there are:

  • Made from leftover hemp biomass or just the seeds of the plant

  • Over-processed to the point that the natural compounds are barely present

  • Mass-produced for humans, then slapped with a paw print and sold to dog parents

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The truth is, a lot of companies just jumped on the hemp bandwagon. Their goal wasn’t better health for pets. It was bigger margins.

Lola

“I wanted something that was safe, strong, & natural for Lola. Something I wasn’t finding in the other products available.” 

Here’s what makes Lolahemp different:

  • Small-batch, farm-direct hemp — grown organically by a trusted farm in the US.

  • Hand-harvested and sub-critically extracted — to preserve the full, rich spectrum of natural plant compounds

  • Formulated specifically for dogs — every drop balanced for their body, not ours

I often say Lolahemp is like a craft beer, while everyone else is offering a light beer.

Not All Hemp Oils Are the Same

Source

Lolahemp: Organic, farm-direct hemp

Others: Industrial byproducts or seeds

Extraction

Lolahemp: Sub-critical, full-spectrum preserved

Others: Over-processed or isolate only

Spectrum

Lolahemp: Full-spectrum (entourage effect)

Others: Isolate or diluted

Formulation

Lolahemp: Balanced specifically for dogs

Others: Human formulas, relabeled

Hemp Strain

Lolahemp: Proprietary strain, 7+ years refined

Others: Generic or unknown strain

Batch Size

Lolahemp: Small-batch, seasonal production

Others: Mass-produced

Transparency

Lolahemp: 3rd-party tested, results published

Others: Often lacks test results


And here’s the X factor most people miss:

We use a unique strain of hemp you won’t find anywhere else.

A strain we spent 7 years perfecting — through trial, error, and continuous evolution.

It’s the backbone of our formula — and it’s why so many dog parents tell us they finally see a difference after switching.

That’s what makes the entourage effect in our oil so uniquely powerful.

We've been around since the very beginning — when hemp first became legal at the federal level. We didn’t jump in late, and we’re not just another name.

We built this from scratch — for my own dog first.

If you’ve tried hemp oil before and weren’t impressed, don’t give up just yet.

It matters where it comes from.

It matters how it’s made.

And it really matters what’s inside.

We’ve had countless people switch to Lolahemp — and finally see the difference.
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That’s also why so many media outlets have written about us — because they saw the impact our products were making.

From national publications to respected pet wellness blogs, our story has been shared, our mission highlighted, and our results celebrated.

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Our latest formula now includes turmeric extract — for an extra boost in support, straight from nature.

Misty’s not with us anymore.

But her story — and the comfort she found — lives on through dogs we help every single day.

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Support your dog’s comfort, presence, and personality — while you still can.

Because every dog deserves to finish strong.

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Our little old man just turned 15 this month. He has had arthritis and mobility issues for years. We have had him on a monthly shot for almost 2 years it did help him some. It has gotten to the point where he is having neurological issues so have decided to stop. We then tried the normal dose of Lola for 2 month and he showed improvement. Decided this month to start him on the extra strength. He seems to have better mobility especially since he is having to trek through the deep snow. He still trips and falls some but is standing much longer periods. I hope to build his muscles back up to help him even more. Would recommend this product. A bonus is he doesn't mind taking it directly from the dropper. We hope to keep him going as long as he wants us to.

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Customer photo review of Lolahemp Hip & Joint Chews (B)

Pepper was having issues with his back legs. He’s 15 and needed a little help with his joints. I spent a lot of money with products he would not eat. I put it in his food every day and he loves it! Thank you.

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Customer photo review of Calming Hemp Oil for Dogs | CBD, Chamomile, L-Theanine

Mr. Cash loves his CBD! As he’s gotten older, he’s sadly developed increasing fears of thunderstorms, aircraft flying over, fireworks, loud noises, etc. Any threat of storms would bring on the alerting behavior, followed by panting, pacing and shaking. Lola Hemp’s Calming Hemp Oil for Dogs has made a significant difference in his comfort and ability to enjoy life. He’s been taking a 0.25 dose twice a day for 3 weeks; WOW is all I can say! He happily takes the hemp oil - confirmed by the wagging tail - because I believe he recognizes what it does for him (fur babies know that kind of thing!). It did take a few days for him to get used to the taste, but that’s a non-issue now. Also, while not the original intent behind my purchase, I have noticed an improvement in his age-related mobility…. big unexpected bonus. My best friend has had her sweet girl on Lola Hemp for quite a long time; I’m glad I finally followed through on her recommendation of this excellent product and company. Cheers!

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Customer photo review of Lolahemp Hip & Joint Chews (B)

Pearl is a 10 year old Anatolian Shepard and was slowing down and her tail stopped wagging until I put her on lolahemp Hip & Joint soft chews. Now she will be 11 next month and she is not a puppy any longer and I was really concerned about her inactivity so I decided to give the hemp a try and to my surprise and relief she has perked up and the tail wags again, now even though it doesn't wag as enthusiastically as when she was a puppy I am grateful for what it does wag. If you have an elderly pup that you love dearly and it is slowing down I would suggest you try some type of hemp supplement, it worked for me, or should I say us.

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Customer photo review of Lolahemp Hip & Joint Chews (B)

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Customer photo review of Mushroom Chews for Dogs | Immune & Cognitive Support

My buddy loves the taste and he seems to have more energy since starting. He’s an old man and I’m happy knowing he’s getting a boost to his immune system. Still loves his oil too. Will keep buying. Thanks Lola!!

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My 10 year old lab has recently been diagnosed with arthritis effecting her hips and mobility. Haven’t injection from the vet we noticed minimal improvement that would be the rest off her life.. these gummies really make the world of difference! She is much more willing to get up and even jump on the couch as she loves to snuggle! Her energy and appetite appear better, and towards the end of the month missing a day or two would be very obvious. Whether these work or not, improve health or not, we don’t care. Because overall her quality of life has improved significantly, and my old girl is able to do the things she so clearly has been missing and that right there is enough for me to say, I will now be starting monthly subscriptions and be sure to never miss a dose for our baby girl! Thank you. Love, Quila (10 year old Lab, with 5 year old hips!) ~Passing along lots of licks and tail wags~

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Customer photo review of Calming CBD Soft Chews

I love the drops, for health and hips ,now it few years that I used it ,the work really good with my older dog that has hips problems, but on the last order I got some free calming chew, I try it last night on my psychopath Pointer Puppy 7 month old, I used it at night, after the dog play all day ,walked and run over 4 miles, the result was nothing, not only the chew didn't worked on him, but he stayed up all night, in and out in the yard, I think the chew did the opposite effect on him,they keep him.up, no more . But I will keep using the drops that they work really well ,I also used something call Mokai that help as well.

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Customer photo review of Lolahemp Mobility Drops (C)

We have been giving our senior dog lolahemp for about a year now and without reservation we can recommend this product. Her quality of life has drastically improved over her condition prior to lolahemp.

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