THE SCIENCE — CANINE HEALTH
These resources will walk you through the basic science of how and why our products work for animals. Our team here at Dr.Hempdog has helped thousands of animals throughout the years, so we are proud to add our wisdom to these articles, alongside the science, research, and clinical trials to back it up. Each article is typically a 2-5 minute read (though some are a bit longer), and contains all the appropriate links to everything you'd want to know about cannabinoids.
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Did you know that canine arthritis affects at least 80% of all dogs at some point in their life? If your dog is over eight years young, there’s a good chance that they’re dealing with early stages of arthritis already. Dogs have evolved to hide their pain extremely well, so it’s often difficult to recognize their discomfort. While some breeds are more susceptible to arthritis than others, it’s a good idea to keep an eye out for symptoms of arthritis no matter the breed, just in case. If you detect arthritis early enough, you can add extra years of comfort to your dog’s life.
HOW TO HELP YOUR DOG NAVIGATE FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS USING CBD/CANNABINOIDS AND OTHER STRATEGIES
Studies show that over 50% of all dogs have a fear of fireworks, and with practically 100% of neighborhoods in the United States celebrating the Fourth of July, chances are this may be an issue in your household. While avoiding fireworks may be difficult, there are numerous things you can do to reduce the stress and anxiety your dog feels around firework sounds/vibrations, so we’ve compiled all of our best information and wisdom here as a convenient resource.
A COMPREHENSIVE LOOK AT HOW TO HELP DOGS WITH ANXIETY, INCLUDING HOW CBD/CANNABINOIDS CAN ASSIST
Just like humans, many dogs (especially certain breeds) get anxious from time to time. This is a normal part of how your dog communicates, but in some cases, anxiety can become a severe issue for not only your dog’s quality of life, but yours as well. In this article, we’ll help you understand why anxiety develops, how you can prevent it, what symptoms it commonly causes, and how you can help manage your dog’s anxiety using CBD/cannabinoids as well as other holistic or traditional treatments.