Pet CBD Archives - Ministry of Hemp America's leading advocate for hemp Tue, 20 Sep 2022 06:02:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 https://ministryofhemp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Icon.png Pet CBD Archives - Ministry of Hemp 32 32 Holistapet CBD Cat Treats Eased Anxiety In High-Strung Cats https://ministryofhemp.com/holistapet-cbd-cat-treats/ https://ministryofhemp.com/holistapet-cbd-cat-treats/#respond Mon, 19 Sep 2022 23:36:45 +0000 http://ministryofhemp.com/?p=61307 Holistapet CBD Cat Treats promoted calm and eased anxiety in our reviewer’s high-energy, sometimes high-stress felines. CBD activates similar receptors in the nervous systems of all mammals, and cats are no exception. Just as with humans, this can help supplement and balance the levels of natural cannabinoid compounds found in our bodies, potentially promoting increased […]

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Holistapet CBD Cat Treats promoted calm and eased anxiety in our reviewer’s high-energy, sometimes high-stress felines.

CBD activates similar receptors in the nervous systems of all mammals, and cats are no exception. Just as with humans, this can help supplement and balance the levels of natural cannabinoid compounds found in our bodies, potentially promoting increased well being in our furry friends.

Holistapet are pet lovers too, with decades of experience creating organic food and supplements. They’ve carefully crafted their treats to be free of gluten, grain, or artificial flavors.

Our Editor tried these CBD cat treats on two rescue cats living in his household. Their favorite flavor is salmon, and they adore dehydrated salmon treats. So we expected to go wild for these little crunchy salmon-flavored CBD edibles.

Read on to learn more about Holistapet CBD Cat Treats and whether our cats loved them.

Photo: A dog and cat posed with an array of Holistapet CBD-infused pet products.
Holistapet makes quality CBD products for dogs, cats and horses.

Holistapet paid us a fee and offered us free products in return for our honest opinion. If you purchase a product from one of these links, we’ll receive a percentage of sales. Read more about sponsored content on the Ministry of Hemp.

Giving CBD to picky cats

The younger of the two cats in our reviewer’s household, Ygritte, is extremely high energy, sometimes literally climbing the walls unless we constantly change up her environment to provide stimulation. While we play with her often, she seems happier and calmer with a little CBD in her diet.

Taystee is slightly older, and used to be a feral cat. Though she’s adapted nicely to indoor cat life, she tends towards anxiety and nervousness. Sometimes, she even pulls the fur from her beautiful, fluffy tail, which our vet suspects is a stress reaction. CBD seems to diminish this behavior, and encourage her to be more relaxed and playful.

Both of them love getting treats but can be a bit picky about their flavor. One of the easiest ways to give CBD to cats is to drop it onto their treats, but in the past, Ygritte’s refused some treats with CBD where she could taste the flavor.

Holistapet CBD Cat Treats come in a resealable brown bag that most housecats will instantly recognize as containing something tasty. Each crunchy infused kibble comes includes 2mg of CBD and traces of other beneficial cannabinoids. Remember, a little goes a long way with small animals like cats, so start small and increase your dose gradually.

The cats come running whenever we open these Holistapet treats. Taystee loves to gobble them up quickly. Ygritte ate them more than half time, but occasionally turned up her nose.

Fortunately, for those occasions, we also had some Holistapet CBD Oil, which they both eagerly consumed every time when we dropped it onto their favorite freeze-dried salmon pieces.

Holistapet cares for pets with carefully balanced formula

The Holistapet team represents over 25 years experience in creating organic foods, and they’ve spent years perfecting the recipes for their treats. In addition to Holistapet CBD Cat Treats and CBD oil, they also offer treats for dogs and even horses.

The result of all this careful work is you can feel good about giving their products to your beloved furry friends. These treats don’t feel like kitty junk food, as they are high in protein and grain free, with salmon as the very first ingredient. There’s no animal by-product meal, corn, wheat, or other ingredients that don’t belong in feline diets.

Holistapet works closely with a veterinary advisory board of experienced pet-care professionals. And each product is third-party lab tested to ensure you’re getting the right potency of your product.

All together, these are quality products you can feel safe giving to your pets, yet they remain affordable too.

Holistapet CBD Cat Treats (Ministry of Hemp Official Review)

 

Holistapet CBD Cat Treats Official Review


  • Highlights: Holistapet CBD Cat Treats are a convenient, simple and safe way to give CBD to your cats. At just 2mg per treat, it’s easy to ensure you start your cat on a small enough dose.
  • Strength: 2mg per treat, 75 treats per bag (150mg CBD total)
  • Price: $24.95
  • Customer Service & Shipping: Fast, friendly customer service. Free shipping available.
  • Independent Test Results: Online.
  • Scent & Texture: These are a crunchy kibble treat that smells strongly of salmon with a slight earthy undertone of hemp. Our cats come running whenever we open the bag!
  • Ingredients: CBD oil / Full-spectrum Hemp extract in Salmon, Chicken, Potato starch, Peas, Brewers Dried yeast, Natural flavor, Citric acid, Potassium chloride, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Oil of Rosemary.
  • Other: A generous 30-day money back guarantee is available for unsatisfied customers.

On April 28, 2020, Ministry of Hemp conducted our own lab test of Holistapet CBD Cat Treats using Analytical 360, our trusted lab. Download test results here.

Holistapet products are made from Colorado-grown hemp. They offer a wide array of CBD treats and other products for cats, dogs and horses.

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52 CBD Products On The Market https://ministryofhemp.com/cbd-products-list/ https://ministryofhemp.com/cbd-products-list/#comments Sat, 22 Jan 2022 09:27:00 +0000 http://ministryofhemp.com/?p=58334 The Ministry of Hemp team gathered up ALL the different types of CBD products into one giant list.

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CBD has been blowing up this year. It’s being mentioned on major blogs and news publications on a daily basis, and millions of people have now at least tried CBD products at least once.

With CBD’s popularity exploding, we’ve also noticed the trend where CBD is being added and infused in a lot of different applications. In a sense, it’s getting added to anything and everything.

So the Ministry of Hemp team decided to gather up all the different types of CBD products we can find on the market today. We know this isn’t an all-encompassing list, but it’s a good start. While we tried to come up with an all-encompassing list, we aren’t endorsing the efficacy of these products in any way — we just wanted to document all the different places you can find cannabidiol today.

Note: Know of any other cool/new CBD products? Our team will keep adding to this list, so if you know of any other types of CBD products, please email us at info@ministryofhemp.com.

CBD Products List: Categories

CBD Supplements

1. Tinctures (Drops)

As you know, tinctures — often also called drops — are the most common form of CBD on the market today. There’s literally hundreds of brands, and you can find shop for tinctures online or even at many natural grocery stores. Tinctures are taken orally (under the tongue) and are known to be one of the most effective ways for the body to absorb CBD. 

Lot of brands offer some form of flavored tinctures, but some brands offer “natural” unflavored options. To those who are taking CBD for the first time, the unflavored versions could really be a turnoff. But some people enjoy the earthy flavors of some tinctures.

There are obviously too many brands for us to call out on this list, so we’d recommend you do your own research online or read our best CBD oil recommendation.

2. Inhaler

CBD Luxe Inhaler

We first learned about CBD inhalers at a hemp conference in 2018. A brand called CBD Luxe was showcasing them at their booth. When asked about the benefits of using an inhaler, its co-owner, William Spilo, said “we want to give precision dosing so the consumer knows exactly how much they’re getting every time. We’re also providing a comfortable, safe delivery system.”

While CBD inhalers aren’t that common at this time, we could see this type of application becoming more relevant for people who are using CBD to target specific health conditions.

3. Nasal spray

A few months ago, we saw a local channel in Madison, Wisconsin report about a doctor who created a CBD nasal spray. According to Dr. Fred Melius, “Nasal delivery of medications is kind of a hot thing right now. In the pharmaceutical industry, there’s a race to market to get things delivered nasally because it can be so effective in the brain.”

4. Green superfood supplement

With CBD known for its anti-inflammatory and neuroprotectant properties, it’s only natural to combine that with other superfoods! We’ve found superfood supplements that combine hemp extract with daily greens, probiotics, and omegas. 

We’re not sure how it’ll taste, but definitely worth checking out for your daily nutrition!

5. Post workout recovery drink

Athletes ranging from golfers, boxers, to MMA fighters have recently come out to embrace CBD as a post-workout recovery supplement. We’ve seen Bubba Watson endorse CBD, and even 3X WBO Champion Terence Crawford implement CBD to his routine. Adding CBD to a post-workout recovery drink is a natural way of using CBD for active recovery.

6. Patch

CBD patch

We first encountered CBD patches when we saw Mary’s Nutritional’s CBD patch at a cannabis dispensary. Using a transdermal topical absorption, the patch is promoted as a convenient, long lasting way to absorb CBD.

7. Suppositories

For those of you who aren’t familiar with it, a suppository is just another way to deliver a drug. It’s typically a small, round or cone-shaped object that you put in your body, often into your bottom. We found a CBD suppository brand, called Foria, that infuses broad-spectrum CBD with Organic Cocoa Butter. Why take CBD via a suppository? 

In general, suppositories can make it easier to take medicine that you can’t swallow or that your stomach or intestines wouldn’t absorb well. They can also be a great way for some people to ease cramps and balance other symptoms of their menstrual cycle.

8. Capsules/softgels

Capsules are obviously one of the simplest ways to take a supplement (in general). That’s obviously the case with CBD. CBD capsules and softgels are increasingly popular as people add CBD to their daily supplement regimen. Softgels are also a great way to take CBD as it typically has no other fillers, so you find a really simple ingredient list. It’s also easy to take a precise dose.

9. Shatter (Isolates)

CBD isolates (shatter) are the most refined and pure state of CBD you can find. It’s the final form of CBD after it’s been processed from the cannabis extracts. It comes in the form of powder or resin.

This shatter can be used in multiple ways – 

  • Add it to foods
  • Mix it with liquids 
  • Dab it
  • Vape it
  • Use it to fill your own capsules

CBD Edibles

10. Chocolates

Who doesn’t love an excuse to eat chocolate!? Chocolate alone can help reduce stress and cacao contains Anandamide, also known as the ‘bliss chemical’) and Anandamide inhibitors. These inhibitors boost and potentiate the effects of other cannabinoids such as CBD. As if you needed more reasons to get yourself a chocolatey sweet snack.

11. Hard candies

Hard candies aren’t just what you get from grandma’s candy dish anymore, now you can get them infused with the popular cannabinoid cannabidiol! I personally love hard candies. They last a long time and since you are sucking on them, the CBD has more time to pass through the mucosa lining in your mouth, which means your body is absorbing more CBD than if you were to chew and swallow it.

12. Gummies

Most CBD gummies are made with CBD isolate, ensuring a sweeter, less hempy taste. Photo: A person holds FAB CBD gummies in their hand.
Most CBD gummies are made with CBD isolate, ensuring a sweeter, less hempy taste.

The OG infused treat. Cannabis infused gummies have been a go-to for quite some time. They are chewy, sweet, and perfect to carry around with you for a quick & discreet dose. We’re well known for our love of CBD gummies around here, so you’ll find reviews of several favorites on our site. Nowadays, you can easily find vegan and gluten free gummies, as well as more conventional bears, in both sweet and sour varieties.

13. Lollipop

A CBD infused lollipop just might be the best way to get your daily dose. Since lollipops spend more time in your mouth, the bioavailability is higher than other kinds of edibles, just like when you let a tincture soak into your mouth a bit before swallowing.

14. Mac & Cheese

What’s more comforting than a warm bowl of noodles with delicious melted cheese? Mac & cheese with added CBD! Whether you make your own or buy one that already has added CBD, you’ll be sure to enjoy this soul warming dish.

15. Hummus

Hummus infused with CBD

Hummus is one of our favorite snacks, but hummus with CBD!? With only 13mg of CBD in the entire package, you’re not going to be getting much of a dose, but if you eat 5 of them you might feel relaxed (and very full).

16. Jelly Beans

When we think of jelly beans the first thing that comes to mind is Jelly Belly. The sweet confection made a name for itself, and the creator of the infamous jelly beans has dipped his toes into the world of CBD infused jelly beans. Who doesn’t love a chewy, fruity, sugary snack? As long as they don’t come in the bean boozled flavors like lawn clippings or canned dog food.

17. Honey

Colorado Hemp Honey

Honey is one of our favorite sweeteners. It’s perfect in everything from coffee to oatmeal and even by itself. Even if you take CBD tincture every day, microdosing additional CBD can help a lot. Incorporating small amounts of CBD into food and drinks can be a great way to get steady amounts.

18. Cheese Puffs

All of your favorite childhood snacks, now with CBD! Move over Cheetos, Weetos is here and it’s packed with 300mg of CBD. We’ve all been known to munch on some cheesy puffs from time to time in the Ministry of Hemp offices. When you want a cheesy and salty snack, we think you’d be better off with CBD puffs than that big tub of generic cheesy regret from the grocery store.

19. Cereal

The breakfast of champions (or if you’re like us, the late night snack you shouldn’t have had)! Who knew breakfast could be so chill? You can get pretty much anything infused with CBD these days and cereal is no exception. Now all we need is CBD infused milk. Has anyone done that yet? You’re welcome for that billion dollar idea.

20. Mustard

Ahh, mustard. Several members of the Ministry team live in Texas, and mustard seems to be the official condiment of Texas. All the hamburgers come with mustard, of course. Luckily for all you mustard lovers out there, you can now get your condiments infused with cannabidiol, though you might have to eat an entire bottle to get a significant dose. One mustard with a side of burger, coming right up! Up next: CBD-infused ranch dressing?

21. Gum

The snack that keeps on giving, until it loses its flavor and feels like you’re just chewing on a piece of rubber, anyway. One of the cool things about CBD infused gum is that since you aren’t ingesting it and it doesn’t have to pass through the digestive system, the bioavailability is on par with tinctures. If you want a discreet way to take your CBD (and freshen your breath), an infused gum might be a good option for you!

22. Olive oil

Olive oil is something we use almost every day. A great base for salad dressings, necessary when making mediterranean dishes, and perfect with some salt & pepper for bread dipping. Cannabis infused olive oil is a great way to incorporate CBD into your daily meals and snacks.

23. Coconut oil

Coconut Oil infused with CBD

Coconut oil is one of our favorite oils! You can cook with it, add it to your coffee, and it’s even great for your hair. The possibilities are endless. What’s better than plain coconut oil? The kind that’s infused with CBD, of course! While we probably won’t coat our heads in an infused coconut oil (that would be one pricy hair mask), we will add it to our coffee!

24. Popcorn

We discovered this unique combination of snackable with supplement at the Hemp Industries Association Conference one year. Holisticorn combines CBD oil with turmeric, bringing two beneficial compounds together in one tasty and healthy treat. Just be careful not to overcook; no one likes that burnt popcorn smell!

25. Peanut Butter

We first encountered CBD-infused peanut butter as a product for dogs, but it turns out they’ve made this for people too. Both four-legged and two-legged animals enjoy snacking on peanut butter by the spoonful, so it seems like a natural combination. Since cannabinoids bind to fats, you should be able to make your own CBD peanut butter, too. Just use a double-boiler, the same as you might for making CBD-infused butter or oil.

CBD Body Care

26. Intimate lube

Surprisingly, sex & CBD have only begun to explore their relationship. There’s still only a few CBD intimacy products on the market, mostly body oil or lube. It’s fun to try these products out and let the CBD ease your body into pleasure and relaxation.

27. Massage oil

CBD Massage Oil

We’ve never regretted getting a massage. Adding CBD to massages is a cool way to blend therapeutic or sensual touch with the relief of cannabidiol. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension.” Seems like the perfect compliment to CBD! We encourage all our readers to do what’s best for YOU, which is why it’s so cool that there are such a variety of ways to use CBD. 

28. Bath bombs & soaks

Our Sales Assistant Drew recently became a big fan of taking baths, and she can’t stop singing the praises of CBD bath bombs and soaks. And good news, “taking baths yields several positive results including improving mood, decreasing stress, promoting better sleep, and relieving muscle pain,” cardiologist Dr. Edo Paz of K Health told Bustle. While many baths soaks include Epsom salts for sore muscles and scents that help to relax the mind, the hemp industry is taking the bathing experience to the next level! Drew tells us CBD infused soaks and bombs are amazing for a post workout soak. They’re also great for easing cramps and any physical soreness. Hemp brands are taking extra care in curating their products to produce affordable luxury and a spa like atmosphere for the home. You too could feel transported to another time and place soaking in a hemp milk bath, lulled into a peaceful state of mind by subtle scents. 

29. Face oil (Serum)

We’ve started seeing more make-up and skincare products on the market. While hemp oil is great for skin care, adding CBD could help reduce skin inflammation too. We’ll see if research backs up these benefits in time.

30. Lotion

Lotions are a nice way to soothe joint pain while also moisturizing. CBD lotions feel great after a post workout shower, as they both soothe the skin and our sore muscles.

31. Hand cream

Do you have dry cuticles, signs of carpal tunnel, and need a work break? Might want to take a CBD hand cream break, then! We’ve enjoyed hand cream for sore fingers and wrist pain after a day of computer work.

32. Balm

Lazarus Naturals Lavender Full Spectrum CBD Balm

CBD creams are good when you have time to kick back and really let the relief soak in. We love CBD balm for knee, joint, and back pain. Many are mixed with things like arnica, rosemary, and menthol, which have all been shown as common pain relievers for sore muscles. It’s great to see CBD products working to compliment other plant remedies. 

33. Face mask

CBD face mask

To complete a CBD spa day, we suggest any choice of CBD face mask. When we tried one as a team, we felt refreshed and revitalized – just like the package promised.

34. Eye serum

Surprisingly, we’ve started to see many different eye serum options. Eye serums are often used for puffy eyes, moisturizer, and as part of an overall skin care routine. The addition of CBD may help with any inflammation around the eyes. 

35. Body scrub

Exfoliation is essential for bodycare. It can improve circulation and remove dead skin cells. Adding CBD to a scrub may be soothing for ingrown hairs and razor bumps. Also, a wonderful pre-wax skin treatment. 

36. Face moisturizers

There’s no shortage of options for CBD face moisturizer, brands combining oils and creams with the benefits of hemp oil and CBD oil. We can imagine this might be soothing for folks with red or itchy skin, as well as good for general skin health. 

37. Beard balm

Many beard lovers swear by beard oil and bead balms to keep their facial hair in good condition. Oiling hair is a common practice, and the added CBD can help target redness, inflammation and itchiness many people experience from shaving or beard grooming.

38. Deodorant

We recently ran into some CBD deodorants at a local TJ Maxx. We’re just hoping this doesn’t leave us smelling hempy.

Smoking CBD

39. Vaping

Pure Relief CBD Disposable Vape (Ministy of Hemp Official CBD Review)

Vapes are one of the easiest ways to get a CBD supplement any time of the day. It’s quick, subtle, and cost-efficient. We use it while sitting in traffic, at the office, park, anywhere we need a little relief. Many users report it’s great for headaches, soreness, and anxiety. It’s faster than waiting for the oil to soak in under my tongue, and goes through the lungs, making it easier for my body to absorb. Vapes come in many forms, sizes, colors, and can be disposable or rechargeable. While there have been some serious health concerns around vapes recently, most of the problems seem to arise from black market products rather than quality brands.

40. Flowers (Joints)

The first time we saw and smelled a CBD Joint we were amazed. The aroma is exactly like…well you know, the other stuff. This makes us think about how ridiculous it is to legalize cannabis plants cannabinoid by the cannabinoid. But, we digress… what’s cool about CBD hemp flower is that it is the best way to get CBD to our bodies! It has the highest bioavailability. So far we’ve tried smoking it in a joint and glass pipe, and it was extremely relaxing. Some of our staff have enjoyed the no-hassle pre-rolls and also the fun of breaking apart the flower ourselves and sprinkling it into a pipe while sitting on the porch. Hemp flower leaves us feeling light, happy, and at ease. And we didn’t feel high.  You can even use hemp flower to make DIY CBD oil.

CBD Drinks

41. Seltzer (Sparkling water)

Sparkling water with CBD

LaCroix and all its competitors have really taken the beverage industry by storm. CBD-infused seltzers are joining the hype. We’ve found several brands, such as Recess and our office favorite, Queen City Hemp. They make great mixers for CBD cocktails too.

42. Soda (or “Pop”, “Coke” – whatever your region calls it)

Similar to seltzers, there’s also carbonated CBD sodas. Pretty similar to seltzers, honestly.

43. Coffee

CBD coffee

More and more coffee shops are popping up that’s infusing CBD into their coffee. Some coffee just drop in some CBD oil into the hot coffee before serving. But other roasters are adding CBD oil directly into the roasting process, when the beans can absorb them. To be sure, we’re not 100% sure how caffeine mixes with CBD. But some people report it reduces the jitters.

44. Beer

Ever heard of HPA? Hemp Pale Ale. First introduced by New Belgium, hemp-infused beers are spreading around the country. While regulations prevent them from being very widespread, you can also find a few CBD-infused alcoholic beverages. Across the pond, Wee Hemp Spirits CBD Liquor is available throughout the UK.

45. Energy drink

CBD is supposed to help you relax and take the edge off things. Add that to energy drinks? Not sure how that’s supposed to mix. In theory, it could be a great combination … or a terrible one? Let us know in the comments.

46. Water

There are now quite a few brands that offer CBD water, using CBD isolates to mask any real hemp-y flavor. This makes it simple to take CBD directly, or of course you can add it to other recipes easily.

47. Tea

Now CBD-infused teas are pretty interesting. Teas are great for relaxation, especially to start off the day in the right mood or to end the day with some meditation. CBD infusion here makes a lot of sense to us.

48. K-Cups

Just another way of getting your CBD coffee. Easier and more portable, although we wish there was less waste.

49. Cocktails

Infusing CBD to a variety of cocktails is a big hit in a lot of high end bars. Especially if you use a flavored CBD oil, this can be a great addition to your evening drink. How good it mixes and how it actually tastes will probably depend a lot on your mixologist. In some cases, that hemp flavor can blend wonderfully with the right ingredients.

CBD Pet Products

50. Pet Oil (Pet Tincture)

Populum Zen Pets CBD Tincture

We’ve found the top use cases for CBD oil for pets to be for anxiety-related or for arthritis issues. When it comes to anxiety, many pets suffer from storm or separation anxiety. Also, as pets grow older, they often suffer from inflammation related joint issues. 

The two most common ways to give CBD to your pets are as drops (oil) or with CBD-infused treats. With pet tinctures, you could try to administer it directly into their mouth, but as you can imagine, that’s often hard. So we’ve found the easiest way is to sprinkle some CBD oil on their food. They often love the extra oil on top of their food. 

51. Pet Treats

Pet treats are just a more fun way to share CBD with your pets. Similar to human capsules, it’s also easier to give exact dosage of CBD. For instance, if you buy a bag that has exactly 5mg of CBD per treat, you’ll know how much exactly you’re giving your pup. It also makes it easier to give smaller doses on the spot, such as before a car ride.

52. Pet Topicals

Just as with humans, we’ve seen some topical products meant to ease soreness and inflammation in our pets. Especially as our companions age, these can be appealing options for furry friends that develop arthritis or stiffness.

* Editors Drew De Los Santos, Kit O’Connell contributed in the curation of this article.

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How Populum Zen Pets CBD Chews Eased Pain & Anxiety In Our Rescue Dogs https://ministryofhemp.com/populum-zen-pets-hemp-cbd-chews/ https://ministryofhemp.com/populum-zen-pets-hemp-cbd-chews/#respond Thu, 25 Mar 2021 22:51:00 +0000 http://ministryofhemp.com/?p=58896 Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews are a delightful way to give CBD to your pets. They helped our reviewer's rescue dogs feel relaxed and less anxious.

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Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews are a tasty and convenient way to give CBD extract to your pets. The CBD Oil and Chews help your dogs in getting relief from pain and anxiety.

The Zen Pets line from Populum includes both a hemp CBD oil and these salmon and apple CBD treats. This review covers just the CBD dog and cat treats. Both the CBD oil and the treats are available in a special bundle.

The treats arrived in a very nice shipping box via USPS mail. The chews come in a resealable package that any dog or cat will instantly recognize as having special treats just for them.

The ingredient list is impressive in its quality. Populum’s Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews feature a named protein source — in this case wild Alaskan salmon — as the first ingredient. Other quality ingredients include apples and lentils. We were impressed by the care that went into formulating these treats.

Even more than the ingredients themselves, we were impressed by how much our pets loved these chews. Our reviewer has multiple rescue dogs, each with unique health needs, and her beloved pets loved the treats and felt better after eating them.

We were impressed by the quality ingredients in Populum Zen Pet Hemp CBD Chews. Photo: Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews in a bowl, and pouch, posed with key ingredients from the treats: salmon and apple halves.
We were impressed by the quality ingredients in Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews.

Populum paid us a fee and offered us free products in return for our honest opinion. If you purchase a product from one of these links, we’ll receive a percentage of sales. Read more about sponsored content on Ministry of Hemp.

Keep reading to learn more about Populum and how their Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews helped our reviewer’s rescue dogs.

Great tasting, high-quality CBD for humans and pets

Populum sources their hemp from domestic hemp farms in Colorado. Every product ships with third-party lab test results right in the box. Their products are all made in the U.S. from top-quality ingredients, with the highest standards of production. We’ve consistently been impressed with Populum’s transparency, not to mention the great flavor of their CBD oil. They bring that same care to their Zen Pets line.

Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews are great for cats and dogs of all sizes. Photo: A bulldog poses excitedly with its owner and a pouch of Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews.
Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews are great for cats and dogs.

For dogs, the suggested dose is roughly .2 mg per pound, which puts a dose at 5 mg for a 25 pound dog. Populum suggests one to two treats per dog under 25 pounds. Our reviewer found that suggestion to be a little strong for her small dogs. When in doubt, start with just one treat. However, if you have an especially anxious small dog, two treats would definitely chill them out! There is some variation in the size of the treats, and the lab results showed some to be slightly stronger than advertised. As long as you aren’t bothered by the imprecise dosing, Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews are high quality and very effective.

Our reviewer has multiple rescued small dogs adopted small animal rescue organizations. Her dogs have a variety of issues and conditions. Her small, anxious chihuahua usually hates his visit to the groomer. One treat was enough to help him feel more relaxed. An elderly terrier with joint issues and fatty lipoma, given two treats, ignored a sudden freeze and simply snored the day away. And a shih tzu with a bad back was so eager for her treats that she tried to take fingers along with her dose. Then she laid out flat on her back and snored like a train for hours of healing sleep.

Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews (Ministry of Hemp Official Review)

Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews Official Review


  • Highlights: Populum Zen Pets Hemp CBD Chews are very tasty and effective pet treats, made with quality ingredients, care and transparency.
  • Strength: Approximately 3mg CBD per treat
  • Price: $49.00
  • Customer Service & Shipping: Fast, friendly customer service. Free shipping available.
  • Independent Test Results: Online and included with the product.
  • Flavor: These treats have a strong fishy flavor that pets love.
  • Ingredients: CBD oil / Full-Spectrum Hemp Extract with Salmon, Apple, Lentils, Vegetable glycerin, Vinegar, Citric acid, Mixed tocopherols (a source of vitamin E), Rosemary extract, Green Tea extract, Grapeseed oil, Hempseed oil
  • Other: Populum offers a 30-day risk-free trial for first time buyers. A discount is available if you subscribe to monthly deliveries of their products.

Populum provided us with October 11, 2019 test results performed on these chews by Analytical 360. Ministry of Hemp works closely with this lab to ensure accuracy. Click here to download test results.

Populum recently created a Rescued Pets CBD Program, which offers a 25% discount on all their Zen Pets products to anyone with rescued pets. Helping save dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters is a passion of the owners of Populum, and we love seeing them share that love through this discount program.

Populum uses Colorado-grown hemp in all their products. They also make a full line of great tasting CBD products for humans, and they’re one of our Top CBD Brands.

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CBD For Dogs FAQ: All About Giving CBD To Dogs https://ministryofhemp.com/cbd-dogs-faq/ https://ministryofhemp.com/cbd-dogs-faq/#respond Wed, 27 May 2020 20:32:44 +0000 http://ministryofhemp.com/?p=61467 Curious about giving CBD to your dogs? We've collected some frequently asked questions about dogs and CBD in this handy guide.

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Wondering if CBD oil can help your dog?

Our dogs quickly become part of our family. It pains us to see them hurting whether it is physical discomfort or emotional distress. Luckily, CBD oil can provide some relief and give our pets the opportunity to live long and active lives.

Below are common questions pet owners have about CBD oil.

What are the benefits of giving CBD to dogs?

Like humans, dogs have an endocannabinoid system (ECS). This system interacts with and regulates various bodily functions including digestion, mood, stress responses, and so on. Certain compounds, like CBD, work to support the ECS and promote homeostasis throughout the body. 

Dogs can see similar benefits as humans after taking CBD, including increased feelings of calm, supporting overall wellness, and supporting healthy muscles in older dogs. 

Is CBD safe for dogs?

Yes! That said, it’s always best to consult your veterinarian before beginning any new wellness regimens for your dog.

The advice we give to humans also applies to dogs: Start low and go slow.

On choosing the right dose of CBD

Some possible side effects of using CBD in dogs could include dry mouth and increased drowsiness. CBD could interact with certain medications, which is why it’s important to talk with your vet, especially if they’re currently taking other medications. 

How do I know the right amount of CBD oil for my dog?

Determining just how much CBD oil to give your dog can be a bit confusing. The same advice we give to humans applies to dogs, too. Start low and go slow. Begin with a small serving size and then increase the amount of CBD oil after you’ve observed how it affects your dog.  

One of the biggest things to take into consideration is your dog’s size and weight. A general rule of thumb is to start with 1-2mg per 10lbs. If your dog weighs 25lbs, you consider starting out with 5mg CBD.

The amount of CBD oil you give your dog will also differ depending on why you’re giving it to them. Larger servings are usually recommended for more serious concerns, while lower servings are often used for general overall well-being and stress relief. 

A happy looking dog with two Joy Organics broad spectrum pet CBD products.
Since small animals can be sensitive to THC, many pet owners opt to choose a fully THC-free, broad spectrum CBD product for the added peace of mind it provides. (Photo: Joy Organics)

How do I find the best CBD oil for my dog?

If you’re a dog owner, you obviously want only the highest quality pet products for your furry best friend. Choosing the best CBD oil can be tricky, especially with so many products available on the market. When you’re choosing CBD, make sure you look for the following:

  • CBD oil sourced from US-grown hemp, as there are more farming regulations here than in many other countries.
  • Broad spectrum CBD oil, which assures there are no trace amounts of THC. 
  • Third-party lab test results with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) that proves there    is no presence of chemicals, pesticides, fungicides, bacteria and heavy metals. COAs also certify cannabinoid levels are the same as what’s claimed on the label. 
  • Reviews from other dog owners who have used that company’s products.  

What is the best CBD product for my dog?

We recommend a broad spectrum CBD product that has clean ingredients and third party lab testing.

If your fur baby is not living his or her best life, we recommend talking to your vet about giving CBD oil try.

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Enter Our PhytoLogica CBD Giveaway on Instagram https://ministryofhemp.com/phytologica-giveaway/ https://ministryofhemp.com/phytologica-giveaway/#respond Thu, 24 Oct 2019 18:29:48 +0000 http://ministryofhemp.com/?p=58590 Ministry of Hemp is pleased to partner with PhytoLogica for our latest CBD giveaway. Together, we're giving away a great CBD holiday survival package!

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Ministry of Hemp is pleased to partner with PhytoLogica for our latest CBD giveaway. Together, we’re giving away a great CBD holiday survival package!

PhytoLogica is one of our Top CBD Brands and we’re big fans of their high-quality hemp products. Using hemp grown in the U.S. using organic methods, PhytoLogica wants to make people healthier and less dependent on dangerous painkillers through natural solutions.

This month we’ll give three great PhytoLogica products to three lucky winners. This giveaway includes both products for you and for your furry friend, just in time for the stress of the holiday season. Each winner will receive PhytoLogica’s Full Spectrum Hemp Tincture for humans, their Full Spectrum Hemp for Pets, plus PhytoLogica Hemp Treats for Dogs.

To enter, like our contest post on Instagram, leave a comment on the Instagram post about why you love CBD or hemp, and follow @MinistryofHemp & @PhytoLogica on Instagram.

Stay tuned after the contest for a special PhytoLogica coupon anyone can use. Your whole family will feel more relaxed.

It's spooky season but there's nothing scary about this great PhytoLogica giveaway. Photo shows PhytoLogica products against a background of a moon and night time trees.
It’s spooky season but there’s nothing scary about this great PhytoLogica giveaway.

PhytoLogica Giveaway: Official contest rules

  • This contest runs from October 24, 2019 until October 31, 2019 at 11:59pm Central time.
  • This contest is sponsored by Ministry of Hemp and PhytoLogica. It is not sponsored, endorsed, administrated by or associated with Instagram in any way.
  • This contest is only open to residents of the United States.
  • To enter, like a contest post on Instagram and leave a comment about why you love CBD. Also, be sure to follow @MinistryofHemp & @PhytoLogica on Instagram.
  • Contest entries are limited to one entry per person. Additional entries will be ignored.
  • After the contest ends, Ministry of Hemp will select 3 winners and contact them via Instagram direct messaging. We reserve the right to pick a new winner if we can’t reach you in a reasonable amount of time.
  • Each winner will receive one (1) 30ml bottle of PhytoLogica 350mg Full Spectrum Hemp tincture, one (1) 30ml bottle of PhytoLogica 250mg Full Spectrum Hemp for Pets, one (1) container of Full Spectrum Hemp Treats for Dogs, and (2) Ministry of Hemp stickers. Ministry of Hemp will cover all shipping costs.
  • Stay tuned for the end of the contest: We’ll post the winners along with a special coupon for PhytoLogica products.

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King Kanine King Kalm: A Unique Krill Oil-Based CBD Supplement For Pets https://ministryofhemp.com/king-kanine-king-kalm/ https://ministryofhemp.com/king-kanine-king-kalm/#respond Wed, 24 Apr 2019 19:56:36 +0000 http://ministryofhemp.com/?p=56044 King Kanine King Kalm is a high-quality CBD oil for pets. Unique features include a syringe applicator and krill oil as a healthy base for this supplement..

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King Kanine King Kalm is a unique, high-quality CBD oil product for pets.

We were impressed with King Kanine’s packaging, and pleasantly surprised by some of its key features. While most CBD oils come in glass vials with dropper tops, King Kanine CBD comes with a needleless syringe and a stopper to reduce the size of the mouth opening on the vial. The veterinary-style syringe makes measuring the dose and administering CBD to pets much easier and far less messy.

Another thoughtful departure from traditional CBD oils? King Kalm supplements use arctic krill oil for their base. While dogs, cats, and other pets can learn to take other carrier oils like hemp seed or olive oil, they’ll likely have less problems with this fishy smelling oil. In a note on sustainability, krill oil is an environmentally smart choice. Krill is renewable, full of omega-3 fatty acids, and does not contribute to runoff from fish farming. Vets often recommend krill oil for older dogs to help with aching joints as well as the flakey skin that old age can bring.

Photo: A bulldog takes King Kanine King Kalm CBD from a needleless syringe.
We were impressed by the unique features of King Kalm, such as the easy syringe applicator.

King Kanine paid us a fee and offered us free products in return for our honest opinion. If you purchase a product from one of these links, we’ll receive a percentage of sales. Read more about sponsored content on Ministry of Hemp.

All our reviewer’s pets came to love this CBD oil. Read on for our full review.

LAB-TESTED, ORGANIC CBD FOR DOGS & CATS

King Kanine is a relatively young company, founded in 2015, but they’ve quickly carved a niche in the pet CBD industry. This brand formulates their products with the assistance of pharmacists who have experience working with CBD, in an ISO 6 clean room. Their oils and CBD treats are certified organic. The CBD used in King Kanine’s products is CO2 extracted and then the products are tested by a third party independent lab for purity and potency. All CBD extracts are free from pesticides and solvents.

Our reviewer easily switched her pets to King Kanine King Kalm CBD oil. A sixteen year old former feral cat has new enthusiasm for her morning fishy treat, while a middle-aged Shih Tzu with a bad back became unexpectedly energetic and spunky. Where previous CBD oils improved the quality of life for her pets, this oil has brought even greater energy and playfulness to all the animals when given a daily dose.

We reviewed King Kanine King Kalm in its 300mg strength, designed for large dogs. Each time you fill the syringe, you’ll get about 10mg of CBD. If you have smaller dogs, or cats, you may want to try their 150 mg, or 75 mg strengths. All strengths come with the same syringe and opening for easy application. We gave the oil to the cat in wet food, while the dogs got theirs dropped onto their morning treats. Larger dogs would be even easier, as the syringe would allow the oil to be squirted directly into their mouths, without worrying about mixing into wet food or applying to treats.

King Kanine King Kalm CBD 300mg (Ministry Of Hemp Official CBD Review)KING KANINE KING KALM CBD OFFICIAL REVIEW

  • Highlights: King Kanine King Kalm is a high-quality, lab-tested CBD in a unique krill oil formula for dogs and cats. Their syringe system makes dosing a breeze.
  • Strength: 300 mg per 30ml bottle (also available in 75 mg & 150 mg strengths)
  • Price: $49.99 – $99.99
  • Customer Service and Shipping: Fast, friendly customer service. Free shipping on orders over $100.
  • Independent Test Results: Online.
  • Taste: A strong fishy odor and flavor that our pets loved.
  • Ingredients: CBD oil / Full-spectrum Hemp extract in Arctic Krill oil
  • Other: This brand offers a generous 30-day money back guarantee for unsatisfied customers.

King Kanine uses U.S.-grown hemp in their products. They also make CBD pet treats and CBD topicals for pets.

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Innovet PurCBD Provides Reliable Relief To Our Four-Legged Friends https://ministryofhemp.com/innovet-purcbd/ https://ministryofhemp.com/innovet-purcbd/#respond Wed, 23 Jan 2019 22:33:01 +0000 http://ministryofhemp.com/?p=54805 Our reviewer's pets were excited to get their special treats soaked in Innovet PurCBD every day, and the benefits were just as obvious too. CBD can help pets with anxiety, chronic pain, and the effects of aging.

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Innovet PurCBD offered reliable CBD relief to our pets in an almost flavorless full-spectrum supplement.

With the surge in interest in CBD extracts for health, it should come as no surprise that pet owners have also turned to CBD to help their four legged friends.

Innovet is a pet supply company that has taken the plunge into CBD and hemp products for dogs, cats, and horses. Their CBD oil is well packaged, in a blue glass bottle with dropper top. As in CBD products for humans, Innovet’s pet CBD, or PurCBD, is available in an array of strengths, from 125 mg per 30 ml, all the way up to 1500 mg per 30 ml. Most small animal owners will find the 125 mg strength, or the Level 1 oil, perfectly sufficient.

The oil is very lightly scented, which is quite nice for giving to pets. Both dogs and cats have strong senses of smell, and often refuse to take strong-smelling CBD extracts. PurCBD is translucent yellow, very thin and easy to mix into wet foods. The oil base is organic hemp oil, with organic hemp extract added to reach the given strength. Innovet recommends dosing PurCBD at one drop per five pounds of pet.

Two small dogs in a dog bed pose with Innovet PurCBD and another Innovet CBD pet product. Our reviewer's pets, both small dogs and a cat, saw significant benefits from taking Innovet PurCBD every day.
Our reviewer’s pets, both small dogs and a cat, saw significant benefits from taking Innovet PurCBD every day.

Innovet paid us a fee and offered us free products in return for our honest opinion. If you purchase a product from one of these links, we’ll receive a percentage of sales. Read more about sponsored content on Ministry of Hemp.

Read on for our full review and to find out how our pets felt about PurCBD.

INNOVET PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY CBD AND HEMP FOR PETS

The Innovet company started in 2005 in Santa Barbara, California. By 2016, Innovet entered the CBD world, becoming one of the first companies to make CBD products especially for pets. Their line of products include hemp treats, CBD oil, hemp pellets for horses, and a hemp balm for dogs with skin conditions.

Our reviewer’s dogs and a cat have been on a regimen of CBD for some months. Changing to Innovet PurCBD caused no negative effects in any of the animals. They all maintained the gains they’d made using other CBD products. While the effects of aging cannot be totally reversed, CBD has made a huge impact for the elderly cat. CBD has returned her to her rightful place, ruling over the entire household as its queen. A range of issues previously plagued the dogs, from anxiety to a bad back, as well as the effects of aging.

Our reviewer’s pets greeted PurCBD with excitement and joy each morning, as they were excited to enjoy their special treats that were soaked in the oil. We did notice that this CBD oil is very thin. This makes it easy to mix PurCBD into wet food for cranky older cats but a bit tricky to soak into dog treats. The lack of strong flavor makes it relatively easy to convince a dog to lick PurCBD right off your fingers, however.

We appreciate Innovet’s attention to detail and quality when it comes to pet products. Third-party lab results for PurCBD are available right on the product page, showing that this supplement has undetectable levels of THC (very important for pet CBD products) and a broad spectrum of cannabinoids.

Innovet PurCBD (Ministry of Hemp Official CBD Review)INNOVET PURCBD OFFICIAL REVIEW

  • Highlights: Innovet PurCBD is an excellent, high-quality CBD extract in hemp oil formulated for dogs, cats, and horses that can improve the quality of many pets’ lives.
  • Strength: 125 mg per 30 ml bottle, also available in 250mg, 750mg and 1500mg for larger animals.
  • Price: $45.00 – $149.99
  • Customer Service and Shipping: Fast, friendly customer service. Free shipping available on orders over $10.
  • Independent Test Results: Online.
  • Flavor & Texture: PurCBD is practically flavorless with a mild grass-like aftertaste. Both dogs and cats seemed to enjoy the taste. This supplement has a thin, oily texture.
  • Ingredients: Organic CBD oil / Full Spectrum Hemp extract in Organic Hemp oil.
  • Other: Innovet offers numerous natural products to help your pet feel their best.

Innovet CBD products are made with organic full-spectrum hemp extract sourced in Oregon, and organic hemp oil from the U.K. and Germany.

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