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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 LOOK AT HOW TO HELP DOGS WITH RELAXATION AND BEHAVIOR ISSUES INCLUDING HOW CANNABINOIDS CAN HELP CALM DOWN DOGS IN NEED

10-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Originally published March 25, 2022

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, this 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 calming, relaxation and/or behavior associated issues develop, how you can prevent it, what symptoms it commonly causes, and how you can help manage your dog’s calming, relaxation and/or behavior associated issues using CBD/cannabinoids as well as other holistic or traditional treatments.

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OUR GUIDE TO SUCCESSFULLY DOSING CBD PRODUCTS FOR DOGS

2-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated June 17, 2025 · Originally published June 17, 2021

We can’t stress this enough: even if you use the best CBD product in the world, it’ll only function properly if you give your dog the right dose. In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about dosing successfully with CBD products.

For those looking for a quick reference, you can follow the simple steps included in this article to figure out how much of our product to use.

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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT USING TOPICAL CBD FOR SWELLING AND DISCOMFORT IN ANIMALS

2-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated October 20, 2024 · Originally published October 01, 2020

Did you know that you don’t actually have to ingest CBD to benefit from it? As CBD products become more and more popular, you’ll see them in many varieties, such as tinctures, treats, and topicals. Topical CBD products are different from any other type of CBD product because they interact with your endocannabinoid system in a unique way, and current findings show that they could be incredibly helpful for animals suffering from certain localized skin ailments and surface discomfort.

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HOW FULL-SPECTRUM CBD IS SUPERIOR TO BROAD-SPECTRUM & CBD ISOLATE PRODUCTS FOR DOGS

3-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated June 16, 2025 · Originally published March 20, 2018

CBD can be an absolute life changer for the health of many animals, yet as you dive into the realm of CBD products, it’s often difficult to know what to pick for your dog. To help clear things up, we’ll walk you through 1) the different types of CBD, 2) what the science says about each, and 3) what to look for when you buy.

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IS CBD SAFE FOR DOGS? HERE'S THE SCIENCE SHOWING HOW SAFE IT IS WHEN USED PROPERLY

3-Minute Read · Written by DHD Science Team · Last updated July 13, 2025 · Originally published July 02, 2017

We all want to keep our dogs safe, so it’s normal to be cautious when looking into new foods, supplements, or other such products to give them. Fortunately, studies clearly show that high-quality CBD products are safe for animals, and furthermore, that they can be extremely helpful in assisting dogs suffering from many conditions.

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