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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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A COMPREHENSIVE GLOSSARY OF CBD & HEMP TERMS TO KNOW

8-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated January 19, 2022 · Originally published December 01, 2019

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.

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HOW THC ENHANCES FULL-SPECTRUM HEMP PRODUCTS (WITHOUT A “HIGH”)

3-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated January 19, 2022 · Originally published October 01, 2019

Studies show that “full-spectrum” CBD (i.e. CBD products that contain trace amounts of THC, but not more than 0.3%) is the most effective type of CBD product, as THC is proven to be both entirely safe and extremely beneficial for dogs in the right amounts.

In this article, we’ll break down the scientific evidence behind THC’s safety profile and potential benefits, followed by a short primer on how to identify high-quality full-spectrum products using lab work.

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HOW TO HELP YOUR DOG NAVIGATE FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS USING CBD/CANNABINOIDS AND OTHER STRATEGIES

5-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated January 19, 2022 · Originally published July 04, 2019

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.

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A COMPREHENSIVE LOOK AT HOW TO HELP DOGS WITH ANXIETY, INCLUDING HOW CBD/CANNABINOIDS CAN ASSIST

10-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated April 13, 2022 · Originally published July 01, 2019

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.

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ANANDAMIDE & 2-AG: THE CANINE BODY’S NATURAL ENDOCANNABINOIDS

5-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated January 19, 2022 · Originally published June 01, 2019

You’ve already heard of well-known cannabinoids like CBD, but did you know that your body produces several cannabinoids of its own? These natural cannabinoids (known as “endocannabinoids”) come in the form of anandamide and 2-AG, which are already helping to keep you and your dog healthy on a daily basis. We’ll give you a simple crash course on everything you need to know about anandamide and 2-AG, so brace yourself.

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