Watch our popular guide on CBD oil for dogs - veterinarian insights on everything you should know. 

Pets & The Hemp Plant - What to Know

The hemp plant is a member of the cannabis family. Cannabis breaks into two primary categories. These are hemp and marijuana.

Hemp contains less than 0.3% THC which is the psychoactive component in marijuana, it is traditionally used for several purposes and is legal in most parts of the United States.

Marijuana is cultivated to have varying levels of THC content for human consumption, is not legal in many places around the United States, and should not be given to pets.

Hemp-Derived CBD for Dogs

Hemp-derived dog CBD products come in a variety of forms. You might find chews, treats, oils, or topicals as you search online.

Each of these has a different use and potentially poses its own unique benefit.

1. Dog CBD Tincture

CBD oils can be formulated differently, and each company may use a different extraction method when producing their oil. Lolahemp uses a cold C02 extraction method to preserve the compounds and qualities present in the hemp plants we use.

Liquid CBD oil is often the most beneficial to a dog's health. This is because CBD carried by an MCT oil can easily enter your dog's system without being wasted as it travels through the digestive system.

It has high bioavailability, which is the measure of how effectively and quickly a substance can be absorbed in the body. The highest percentage of CBD is absorbed when oil is dropped directly into your dog's cheek or under the tongue.

You can also drop it onto their food or treats, but some of the active ingredients will be wasted when using this method. It's important to follow dosage guidelines when using tinctures and oils to avoid high doses, as these oils are

2. CBD Chews for Dogs

CBD chews for pets are often formulated very similar to treats. They are typically soft, flavored, and made with additional ingredients that can contribute to dog health benefits.

Chews often include CBD oil of some kind, whether it's a full-spectrum oil or an isolated form of CBD. Lolahemp Chews a great option if your dog doesn't like oil, won't let you put your hand near their mouth, or they're simply picky eaters.

Note that the terms CBD chews and CBD treats are often used interchangeably.

Lolahemp CBD chews are made to be delicious for dogs, and they include a handful of natural ingredients that can help pets get back to their best. This is a good option for dog owners who need a quick option.

How to Use a CBD Treat

Just because these are called "treats" doesn't mean you should give them to your pet to them at-will! CBD treats and chews contain a curated dosage of CBD, so you should always be sure to follow dosage guidelines for chews as well as oils.

Giving your dog a CBD treat should be a daily ritual rather than consistent reward for good behavior. There are also treats formulated for different benefits that should be given at different times.

Chews used for their calming effect, for example, should be given in anticipation of your dog's stress or anxiety. These products may help to keep your pet calm for the period of time after they eat them.

Choosing The Right Pet CBD Products

Now that you have an understanding of what CBD oil does and how it's made, let's talk about finding a good option for your pet.

Choose a High Quality Product Made Just for Pets

First, and most importantly, CBD oil for dogs is not the same thing as CBD oil for humans. Don't give your pet cannabidiol products made for humans. It's important to distinguish between the terms "made for humans" and "human grade."

CBD Made for Humans: typically very highly concentrated and unfit for dogs. Human products may also THC and additional ingredients that can be harmful to dogs.

Human Grade CBD: this simply means that it's made with the best quality. You should only give your pets human-grade CBD oil for the best results. Lolahemp CBD oils for dogs are made with human-grade hemp grown organically at a family farm in Colorado.

Don't compromise your pet's safety with low-quality products, especially ones with ingredients that aren't chosen specifically for pets.

Choose a Product with Third-Party Lab Tests

A company that displays its third-party lab tests is always the better option. This means that you can review all of the ingredients in the product as well as whatever other traces of chemicals or compounds found in it. This is true for CBD products and non-CBD products alike.

Some less-than-reputable pet companies have sold CBD products with heavy metals, high levels of pesticides, solvents, and herbicides in them. This is why it's important to choose a company that's forthright about their practices and offer third-party lab test results to their customers.

Lolahemp offers third-party lab tests for each batch of all our products along with certificates of analysis. We share the potency and quality of each batch with you. This ensures purity and consistency so pet owners like you know you're getting the best of the best.

There's nothing like the anxiety of trying new products for a pet, so we do our best to make sure this process is free from doubts or worries. If you have any questions about CBD for dogs, our products, or anything else, you can always contact us via email or phone.

Choose a CBD Product Formulated by Veterinarians.

Vet-formulated products are those which have been made with the support and insights of veterinarians. Lolahemp is proud to offer vet-formulated products.

When pet CBD products are made without the help of professionals, it puts pet safety into question.

Lastly, Buy Dog CBD Products with Dosage Guidelines

CBD is best to use in dosages appropriate to the size of your dog. Higher doses can cause a number of undesirable side effects, ranging from lethargy to gastrointestinal troubles.

A dosage guideline helps ensure consistency and efficacy in your dog's health regimen. When using CBD oil, always use a dropper with milliliter markings and reference your dosage chart to ensure you're giving pets the proper amount.

All of Lolahemp's CBD oil products for dogs come with clear dosage instructions, and you can view our general CBD dosage chart for your pet below. For more insights, look at our dosage guidelines page.