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Our pets are our best friends, so they deserve the best.
For pet owners looking to add calm to their dog or cat’s day or improve mood, CBD for dogs and cats can be an excellent option. Before buying CBD for your pet, it’s important to do your research. While there are plenty of great CBD products for pets available, not all are created equal.
Ingredients To Avoid in CBD Pet Products
Preservatives, Fillers & Inferior Oils
When we say preservatives… you say? No thanks.
Just as we care what we put in our bodies, we also care what goes into our pets’ bodies. When shopping for CBD for dogs and cats, watch out for inferior oils like palm oil, fillers including soy and corn, or harmful preservatives such as BHA (Butylated hydroxyanisole) and BHT (Butylated hydroxytoluene).
CBD pet products should have the same quality of ingredients as those for humans—clean hemp oil, effective active ingredients, and reliable, appropriate doses.
What To Look For in CBD Pet Products
Organic Ingredients
When shopping for CBD for your four-legged friend, it’s always important to check and see if the ingredients being used are organic. In general, organically grown products tend to be more nutritious and contain lower levels of pesticides and heavy metal residue than standard agricultural products. If you also got a bad taste in your mouth after reading “heavy metal residue” we are right there with you. While growing organically isn’t only better for the soil, it’s also better for our pets’ bodies, as well as our own.
Third-Party Tested & Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Most quality CBD companies will have their products third-party tested by a fully-accredited independent lab to ensure their products are pure, potent and that your dog or cat is getting exactly what the label says. A certificate of analysis, completed by an independent lab, should show you that the CBD oil or treats contain high levels of CBD. If you don’t see a COA listed on a company’s website, we would take that as a bad sign. Transparency is key when it comes to CBD for your best friends.
Tips For Starting Your Dog or Cat on CBD
Now that you know what to look for (and look out for) you’re almost there!
Consult Your Vet
While CBD has been shown to be safe and well-tolerated by animals, we always recommend chatting to your vet about it first, especially if your dog or cat is on regular medications.
Find the Right Bite
CBD pet chews or bites are excellent for on the go. Bring them on a hike, or while traveling. CBD treats provide a simple way to provide quick relief to your animal. You can even use them as a training reward! If your pup needs help with mobility and flexibility try Upstate Elevator's Hemp Chewy Joint Bites made with full spectrum Vermont grown hemp. For a dose of calm for your cat, Upstate Elevator's Hemp Chewy Calm Bites are crafted with lemon balm and L-Theanine to bring some zen to your overexcited furry friend.
Find the Right Dose
When starting your dog or cat on CBD, we suggest starting small. Try the recommended dose or even less, then monitor your pet’s behavior and go from there. Remember, it’s better to under dose, rather than overdose. It can also take some time to see results so stick to a schedule that works for you and your pet. Whether it’s a chew first thing in the morning, after their nightly walk, or with their food, making it a ritual can help give them the calm they need, when they need it.
The Best for Our Best Friends
At Upstate Elevator we are a team of pet owners and animal lovers, so we get what they mean to you. Keeping your animal happy and healthy is always the top priority.
Our hemp CBD for dogs and cats is crafted with certified organic Vermont grown hemp, so you know your four-legged friends are getting the cleanest hemp oil with no toxins or agricultural chemicals. We want the best for your family, no matter how many paws they have.
If you have questions about our CBD pet products, reach out! We are happy to lend a paw.
CBD for Pets - Hemp Chewy Calm Bites
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CBD for Pets - Hemp Chewy Joint Bites
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