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CBD for Dogs and Cats — Does It Actually Help?
Pet CBD is one of our fastest-growing categories. Here's what the vet-formulated chews are actually for, and how to dose them.
Yes — and the research is real
Dogs and cats have the same endocannabinoid system humans do. That's why CBD has measurable effects on pet anxiety, joint mobility, skin allergies, and seizure activity. Cornell University ran a 2018 study showing meaningful pain reduction in dogs with arthritis using daily CBD.
What pet CBD chews are for
- Movin' Easy chews — daily joint/mobility support for senior or active dogs
- Chillin' Out chews — calming support for anxious dogs (storms, fireworks, separation, vet visits)
- Allergy Aid chews — skin itching and seasonal allergy support (with quercetin + nettle)
- Pet tinctures — flexible dosing, easier for cats or for dogs who won't eat chews
Dosing
Sunmed's pet chews are dosed at 5mg CBD per chew. The general guideline is 0.5mg of CBD per pound of body weight, given 1-2 times daily.
- 10-25 lb dog/cat: half a chew, 1-2x per day
- 25-50 lb dog: 1 chew, 1-2x per day
- 50-100 lb dog: 2 chews, 1-2x per day
What to look for in a pet CBD product
- Broad spectrum (zero THC — even tiny amounts can affect pets)
- Third-party lab tested with public COA
- Pet-specific formulation, not just a human product split in half
All our pet products meet these criteria. They're broad-spectrum (THC-free), lab-tested, and vet-formulated specifically for dogs and cats.
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