THE SCIENCE — CBN
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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Have you ever heard of CBN (Cannabinol)? For the past few years, many humans have reported using higher doses of CBN as an effective sleep aid, but now, recent discoveries are showing that CBN could be an incredibly useful tool for managing canine anxiety when dosed properly. Read on to learn more about these remarkable findings and our first-of-its-kind clinical trial showing how CBN could be a powerful tool for alleviating severe anxiety in dogs.
COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT CANNABINOIDS (AND THE SCIENCE THAT DISPROVES THEM)
There are quite a few misconceptions about cannabinoids out there, some of which you might even believe yourself. To help clear things up, we’ve compiled this resource detailing some of the most common cannabinoid myths, followed by the scientific evidence that disproves them. Regardless, here’s one simple truth you should know: countless studies show that the right combinations of cannabinoids can be extremely helpful for dogs (and other animals) who struggle with arthritis, anxiety, and other conditions.
A COMPREHENSIVE GLOSSARY OF CBD & HEMP TERMS TO KNOW
As you integrate CBD and hemp products into your animal’s life, you’ll inevitably encounter a variety of obscure industry terms and scientific phrases that may seem confusing at first glance. To help you navigate the information out there, we’ve compiled this two-part resource detailing the CBD and hemp terminology you should know; we’ll start with a brief glossary of common terms, and then explain how to understand some of the more nuanced definitions you might come across.
OTHER CANNABINOIDS IN HEMP (BESIDES CBD) THAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
You’ve likely heard of common cannabinoids like CBD and THC, but did you know that there are dozens of other cannabinoids in hemp that can be extremely helpful for animals as well? In this article, we’ll walk you through some of the most significant secondary cannabinoids in hemp and what the science says about how they could help dogs suffering from inflammation, pain, anxiety, seizures, and even cancer.