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If you’ve recently brought a kitty into your home, or are happily caring for a long-time feline friend, you may have considered adding CBD oil into their regular routine to help support their overall wellness. Because we’re constantly barraged with so many new CBD pet products, however, many of us may not know what products to choose.
This blog will discuss how veterinary-formulated full-spectrum hemp oil, like our VETCBD Hemp Oil, can be beneficial for several aspects of your cat’s health, as well as support and maintain their overall wellness. The most common reasons pet parents use VETCBD Hemp are to help maintain calm, support joint mobility, support normal brain function, and help maintain normal GI health, so let’s jump in on how CBD oil can benefit your cat.
Understanding your cat and their usual behavior will help you to see when they’re not feeling well. If you monitor your cat’s moods and behavior and maintain a close bond with your cat, you’ll be able to spot health issues early and visit your veterinarian when they’re feeling out of sorts.
Healthy cats are alert, curious, and playful. If your cat’s appetite and drinking patterns change, it may indicate a health problem ranging from digestion to hygiene to energy to even just how mentally stimulated they may be. Cats who aren’t feeling their usual selves may tend to groom less, which may indicate joint stiffness or a sore mouth. Ear trouble and nose discharge are common and may suggest a reaction related to seasonal allergies. Dental issues also play a large role in a cat’s health, with gum color indicative of healthy circulation or potentially other issues related to iron deficiencies or general gum health. Sore teeth can cause dental discomfort, as well as eating and behavioral issues.
Opting for safe parasite control, current vaccinations, neutering and spaying, and maintaining the best overall 24/7 cat care not only means understanding the benefits of good nutrition and mental stimulation but reaching out to your veterinarian at the first signs of a health issue.
All this being said, regular veterinary health checks are an important part of pet care even if you don’t see signs and symptoms that something is wrong. By doing so, you’ll be able to prevent a health issue from becoming more serious even if you didn’t notice it yourself on the day to day at home. Regular veterinary care is crucial to pet health and should be incorporated into your pet’s wellness routine.
With cannabidiol (CBD) being one of the trendiest products in pet and human health today, understanding CBD’s potential benefits before choosing from the vast array of CBD products means understanding cannabinoids and the differences between THC and CBD.
“Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the naturally occurring cannabinoids found in cannabis plants. It is a 21-carbon terpene phenolic compound formed following decarboxylation from a cannabidiolic acid precursor, although it can also be produced synthetically,” via WHO.
Cannabidiol is derived from both the hemp and cannabis plant and does not have intoxicating properties if it has no delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is the compound that results in the “high” effect.
CBD is a natural supplement that, when delivered as an organic, non-GMO, gluten-free CBD product, is generally safe for people and pets.
CBD is mainly found in the leaves and flowers of the hemp plant. CBD is a component of the cannabis plant that does not cause an intoxicating effect when consumed. In the U.S., the legal THC amount is 0.3% for most CBD products, and you’ll never find more than this amount in our own VETCBD Hemp Tincture.
When purchasing any CBD product, one of the most important considerations is if a CBD product uses an isolate or full-spectrum oil. Full-spectrum hemp oil features all the cannabinoids and terpenes extracted from industrial hemp. It contains .3% or less THC, as mandated by federal law.
When the entire plant is used, the resulting CBD oil yields more health benefits because it includes so many additional phytonutrients stemming from the terpenes, flavonoids, and other compounds. With full-spectrum oil, you’re getting everything to work together to create the “entourage effect,” resulting in optimal health benefits for your pet.
VETCBD Hemp’s CBD Oil Tincture is a high-quality and veterinary formulated full-spectrum oil made from premium-quality American hemp rich in phytocannabinoids such as CBD and CBG.
CBD benefits for not just cats, but for all pets include:
These benefits stem from CBD’s interaction with your pet’s natural endocannabinoid system, which is actually responsible for and plays a role in almost every major system in your body, including nerves, digestion, and mood, hence the benefits listed above!
As with any supplement or nutraceutical, there may be a small chance of side effects. These are usually minimal with CBD, but some side effects include nausea, lethargy, and irritability.
CBD doses will vary according to a cat’s weight, age, existing condition, and diet. If your cat is suffering from an ailment, your veterinarian will advise the recommended CBD dosage, if it’s needed and provided it won’t negatively interfere with other medications (if applicable).
With various cat CBD products on the market, many having differing potencies, it’s best to opt for reputable CBD pet brands with reliable dosing guidelines. The basic dose for cats is between 1 mg to 5 mg for every 10 pounds of weight. With that said, always consult with your vet or with the manufacturer of the CBD product for the best advice.
You’ll also need to check and see any interactions with other pet meds that your cat may be on. The best rule with CBD is to start on the lowest end of the dosing scale. You can even divide the dose in half and administer it to your cat twice daily to see how your cat reacts to full-spectrum hemp oil.
It’s important to check how much CBD is actually in your product. Potencies vary among different CBD products, and therefore the recommended dose will vary. Finding the best CBD dose or optimum CBD dosage for your cat for optimal effects will depend on your cat’s response and occurs when you identify a specific dose range.
At VETCBD Hemp, our veterinarian-formulated full-spectrum CBD pet products, are curated specifically for pets and are made with triple-tested, premium-quality, natural ingredients, without preservatives or additives. We offer free veterinary nurse support by phone or email.
By opting for a veterinary formulated CBD pet product like ours at VETCBD Hemp, you’ll see that our products are meant to help your pets thrive.
Sources: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200SB627 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30026641
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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