How Often to Use CBD Dog Treats? - Bailey's CBD Guide

CBD is a revolutionary product that can help with depression, pain relief, and much more! CBD has even made its way into dog products. 

Pet owners who have experience with this product, highly suggest using CBD dog treats. But how much is too much?

In this article, we will dive into the proper dosage for your pet and the technicalities behind CBD dog treats! Keep reading to learn more.

1. What Are CBD Dog Treats?

Before you can understand CBD dog treats and their effects on your dog, you need to know what CBD is.

CBD is a natural compound that is found in hemp and cannabis flowers. People often assume that CBD has traces of THC.

However, most CBD is made with hemp, which contains no THC. Even if the CBD is made with cannabis flowers, the THC becomes extracted from the final product.

CBD can be transformed into oils, soaps, and even food. That's where CBD dog treats come into play. CBD dog treats can help with joint pain, anxiety and ease some diseases like cancer.   

CBD dog treats have different milligrams, which affect their potency. Knowing the correct dosage is essential for treating your dog with CBD. 

2. Factors to Consider

As stated previously, there are different milligrams and potencies for CBD dog treats. If you're wondering, "is too much bad for my dog," then keep reading. 

2.1 Weight of Dog 

The weight of your dog can affect how they react to CBD. Smaller dogs tend to have gastric indigestion and might not be able to break down CBD as well as bigger dogs. 

If your dog weighs less than 25 pounds, start them off with 3-6 milligrams of CBD. If they don't have any issues with vomiting or diarrhea, you can up their dosage. 

If your dog is medium to large-sized, start them off with 6-12 milligrams of CBD. Once your pet appears to have no adverse side effects to its initial dosage, you can slowly start incorporating different products and milligrams. 

2.2 What Are You Treating?

Not that you know about the dosage, you're probably still wondering how many times you should administer CBD in a day. The frequency of CBD usage depends on what you are trying to treat in your dog.

The frequency of usage should be significantly low for dogs who struggle with specific anxiety triggers like dog parks, car rides, and vet visits.

However, the frequency of treats can change for dogs with constant anxiety. For example, if your dog has separation anxiety because of your work schedule, administering a dose before you leave could be very beneficial. 

For dogs with physical ailments like arthritis, cancer, and joint pain should be treated differently. If your dog has frequent pain, then the frequency of use should be enough to keep them comfortable. 

It seems obvious, but dog owners often struggle with how much is too much, even in severe ailments. However, when taking care of your dog, the best way to determine the amount they need per day is by observing them.

For example, if your dog has telltale signs of pain and you've already administered a dose, then try doubling the frequency. Practice makes perfect, so this might take a while to master.

Lastly, for dogs with mild to severe pain, the frequency of use should be once a day. If your dog appears relaxed and pain-free, then congrats, you've to find the perfect frequency for CBD dog treats! 

2.3 Your Dogs Response to CBD 

If it's your first time treating your dog with CBD, you should pay close attention to how they react to the dog treats. In most cases, dogs and cats develop a tolerance to CBD over time.

However, for their first time, they might experience some adverse side effects. These side effects are usually caused by not knowing the right frequency of CBD use.

So if your dog becomes too sleepy or groggy, you should lower your frequency. The point of CBD dog treats is to help with ailments while still keeping your dog's natural energy.

Therefore if your dog is still playful and relaxed, then the frequency and dosage are correct. However, if your dog becomes lethargic, then the frequency and dosage should be lowered. 

3. Types of CBD Products for Dogs 

There are different kinds of CBD products for dogs. Nowadays, you can buy dog treats, tinctures, and even topical creams for dogs.

But did you know that different products can stay in your dog's system longer, which can affect the frequency of use. Please keep reading to learn more about other CBD products and their longevity.

3.1 CBD Dog Treats

Dog treats are a fun and easy way of treating your dog with CBD. They don't even notice the CBD and are usually more than happy to eat it.

Interestingly enough, CBD dog treats stay in their system longer. Therefore they don't need to frequently take CBD dog treats. So if your using CBD dog treats, the frequency should be lower than if you're using other products. 

3.2 CBD Oil Tinctures

CBD oil is usually administered orally. However, this may cause a delayed or lowered effect on your dog. Nevertheless, CBD oil can still help with anxiety and pain. 

Many times, owners will use CBD oil with dog treats to optimize the results. Nevertheless, if you're using CBD oil by itself, the frequency of use should be higher than CBD dog treats. 

3.3 CBD Topical Creams

CBD creams mainly help with dry and cracked skin. Usually, owners will put this on their dog's paws and nose.

However, the frequency of use for this product depends on your dog's skin. If your dog has dehydrated skin, using topical creams twice a day can help relieve dry and itchy skin. 

4. The Best Option for Dogs

Overall, CBD dog treats can help with pain and anxiety. The dosage and frequency will come down to how well your dog responds and their ailments.

Always remember to be observant of any sudden changes in your dog's mood. If you're interested in CBD dog treats, check out our services page for a detailed list of our natural ingredients!