CBD For Horses

CBD for horses is any topical or ingestible horse product that contains cannabidiol (CBD). Let’s unpack what that means. CBD is one of over one hundred cannabinoids that occur naturally in cannabis plants. Hemp plants (Cannabis sativa plants) contain the most abundant amounts of CBD in nature. These plants also contain THC, the inebriating compound associated with marijuana, but in trace amounts (0.3% or less).

To extract CBD from hemp plants, reputable companies like Holistapet utilize a solventless process called CO2 extraction. This safe, clean, and expensive extraction method removes CBD from hemp without any residual chemicals or solvents. Once obtained, CBD is infused into various high-quality CBD products for your horse’s benefit.

CBD products typically come in two formulations:

• Broad Spectrum CBD Products: Contains CBD, THC (0.3% or less), other cannabinoids, natural terpenes (hemp plant compounds responsible for flavor and aroma as well as other wellness benefits), flavonoids (hemp plant compounds responsible for pigmentation).
• Full Spectrum CBD products: Contains CBD, other cannabinoids, natural terpenes, and flavonoids, with no THC.

At Holistapet, we sell only the highest quality broad spectrum products for your horse. This ensures that no THC enters their system.

CBD OIL FOR HORSES – GOOD THINGS TO KNOW

CBD is not toxic for horses, not habit-forming, and non-psychoactive. Although CBD is derived from the hemp plant, it is not marijuana and does not get your horse “stoned” or “intoxicated”. CBD is 100% safe to use. Elderly or aging horses may benefit the most from the effects of CBD.

CBD provides many wellness benefits to equines, especially chronically lame horses who need a jolt of energy. Here are some of the many benefits CBD offers and it can support your horse’s health:

• Elevating energy levels for increased stamina and better endurance
• Boosting appetite and cravings to maintain adequate nutrition
• Promoting healthier-looking coat, mane, and tail
• Calming anxious behaviors and alleviating tension in the stable and out
• Easing joint stiffness and aches
• Allowing for greater, more fluid mobility
• Reducing soreness and overall bodily discomfort
• And much more!

CBD And The Endocannabinoid System

It’s a proven fact that all mammals, people and pets alike, have an Endocannabinoid System. That means that your horse can enjoy the same amazing properties of CBD just as people do. The Endocannabinoid System is a huge network comprised of many cannabinoid receptors located throughout the body. This crucial system is used by the body to help maintain homeostasis.

CBD benefits horses by interacting with their endocannabinoid system (ECS) for improved homeostasis. This internal network of cell-signaling receptors is present in just about every mammal on Earth. Its main function is to optimize key biological processes important for everyday function. Humans have tapped into the potential of the ECS to better their soundness. That same benefit extends to cats, dogs, and horses, too!

When your horse consumes CBD, the cannabis plant compound interacts with the numerous cannabinoid receptors located throughout their ECS. There are two main types of cannabinoid receptors:

• CB1 receptors: Located in Central Nervous System (CNS). Examples of organs and tissues containing CB1 receptors include the brain, lungs, muscles, vascular system, and GI tract.
• CB2 receptors: Located in the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS). Examples of organs and tissues containing CB2 receptors include brain cells, spleen, bones, and skin.

CBD interacts with these cannabinoid receptors to correct and maximize several homeostatic processes mentioned in the previous section. By giving your horse CBD every day, you help to improve their general wellbeing and guide them on a path to better health. Horse owners need only follow the science to assuage and see for themselves.

Recent research studies show just how important CBD can be for horses and other animals like cats and dogs. More research is being conducted at Tarleton State University about the many benefits of horse CBD products to help us better understand the applications of this natural compound.

Is CBD For Horses Safe?

Yes! CBD is most definitely safe for horses, just as it is for humans. CBD is non-toxic and non-psychoactive. Therefore, your horse will not get high from using our CBD products. There have been no reports of horses overdosing on CBD.

Recent studies have revealed the potential side effects of CBD for horses. Dry mouth and drowsiness tend to be the most common. There are no serious or potentially dangerous side effects associated with CBD use.

Like all supplements, though, there is a point at which administering additional CBD will have no additional benefit for your pet. It is always advisable, therefore, to give your pet small amounts of the CBD tincture first and then monitor the effects before increasing the dosage.

How Much CBD Oil Should I Give My Horse?

The proper dosage of CBD varies depending on body weight and the type of condition which you are using it for. Our CBD Horse Pellets contain 25mg CBD per tablespoon. To find the right dosage for your horse, check out our CBD Dosage Chart for Pets.

There are many CBD products for horse owners to choose from. But they’re typically utilized in one of two ways: ingestion or topical application.

We previously highlighted a few products that your horse can consume (CBD oil, pellets, and a pre-filled single-use syringe). You can mix CBD oil into your horse feed or add it to their water trough for easy consumption. If you’re brave enough, you can attempt to add some drops underneath your horse’s tongue. This method allows for faster uptake of CBD into your horse’s system via the many glands underneath their tongue.

When it comes to pellets, you can easily mix them in with your horse’s regular food for easy consumption. A single-use syringe is best used sparingly. When you do need to utilize this CBD product, all you have to do is inject it into your horse’s mouth and wait for them to swallow it.

Topical products like CBD wound salve may be applied where needed. Regardless of which CBD product you choose to give to your horse, always follow the directions on the packaging for the proper use, application, and dosing.

How long it takes for the onset of effects to set in for your horse depends on the product and how it’s administered. The general times for the desired effects of CBD horse products are:

• Edibles: 45-60 minutes
• Oil: 30-60 mins
• Topicals: Immediately to within 15 minutes after application

Dosing is not the same for all CBD products. That’s why it’s important for horse owners to read the product labels of the products they give their horses and understand how much CBD their horse can handle. Although CBD is very well-tolerated by horses, you should avoid giving them very high doses. Your horse may have temporary side effects like upset stomach, dry mouth, and sluggishness when given too much CBD.

Although CBD supplements improve wellness for your equine, it is not the only solution for better health. Consult a veterinary medicine professional to determine if your horse is healthy enough to take CBD. Make them aware of any medical conditions your horse may be suffering from and any medications they may be taking.

Use the following formulas to determine how much CBD your horse can optimally handle.

• Regular Dose of CBD = (Your horse’s body weight in pounds) x (0.25 mg CBD)

Example: If your horse weighs 700 pounds, multiply 700 by 0.25 mg CBD to get 175 mg of CBD ( 700 pounds x 0.25 mg CBD = 175 mg CBD).

• Strong Dose of CBD = (Your horse’s body weight in pounds) x (0.50 mg CBD)

Example: If your horse weighs 700 pounds, multiply 700 by 0.50 mg CBD to get 350 mg of CBD ( 700 pounds x 0.50 mg CBD = 350 mg CBD).

Horse owners need to understand that these calculations are not absolute. A horse’s regular and strong CBD dose is merely a range of how much CBD your horse may ideally handle. Always start your horse on a low dose and gradually work your way up to the right amount for them.

In addition to your horse’s health and body weight, other factors you need to consider when giving them CBD include the type of condition you are trying to alleviate, body chemistry, and age.

Look no further than Holistapet for the best horse CBD products around! Instead of trying out an endless amount of products on your horse to see which one works best, we offer the only two products you will ever need for your steed: the best CBD oil for horses on the market and nutritious pellets for easy feeding! You can waste your time looking at various websites and local shops for these products, but nothing compares to the care, safety, and potency of our products.

Before you buy any horse CBD product, you need to look for certain things that ensure you get a safe and quality product. Here are some things horse owners should look for in a high-quality CBD horse product:

• Certificate of Analysis (COA): These documents are third-party lab reports that confirm the safety, purity, potency, and quality of CBD products. At Holistapet, we offer COAs for each of our horse CBD products to guarantee you’re feeding your horse a quality commercial CBD pellet feed and oil.
• Broad spectrum products: When giving your horse CBD, give them products that do not contain any THC. This is to ensure your horses are energetic and ready to go. The best CBD hemp products for horses are broad spectrum, which contains no THC.
• Farm Bill compliant: All CBD products for animals should be made in accordance with the 2018 Farm Bill. This means that they must contain hemp extracts with 0.3% or less THC.
• Made in the USA: American hemp is grown with strict quality standards. That’s why hemp products for horses work so well and help them attain better health.
• Natural ingredients: In addition to CBD, naturally derived ingredients also support the health of your horses. So the next time you’re buying CBD oil or pellets, always check to see if they’re made from natural sources (i.e., hemp seed oil).

When it comes to safe, clean, and top-shelf horse products containing CBD, use Holistapet’s! What makes us so different from other brands?

We utilize Farm Bill compliant industrial hemp grown in the USA to make all of our CBD products for horses! Rest assured, horse owners, you won’t find any full spectrum CBD oil or pellets here. We carry only broad spectrum CBD products with no THC.

Did we mention we only use natural ingredients to make our products? There are no heavy metals, harsh chemicals, additives, or preservatives in our CBD horse goods. You can rest assured that you’re giving your horse a safe-to-consume product. To guarantee this, we provide COAs with all of our products to ensure they’ll support your horses and their wellbeing.

You can also read the thousands of positive customer reviews on Trustpilot, a third-party review site! We’re also an A+ accredited business with the Better Business Bureau (BBB)!