CBD Dosing Chart For Cats & Dogs

As we have mentioned, there isn’t one specific dosage that fits all animals. That means that you’re going to have to put in a bit of time and effort to figure out the optimal CBD dosage for your pet.

One of the best things that you can do is  Titrate your doses. This means that you start with a very small amount – usually an amount so small that it won’t lead to any effect. Then, gradually increase the dose by very small amounts.

Eventually, your pet will start to respond to the dosage. When you find a dosage that allows your pet to find relief, you stop increasing the dose. This allows your pet to get the maximum benefit without having to use more CBD than necessary.

Different conditions are going to need to be treated differently. As such, if you’re giving your dog or cat CBD for a certain condition, it may require more or less compared to other conditions.

Seizures are a very serious condition – one that can be life-threatening if not addressed properly. If the human evidence is to be trusted, you’re probably going to need to use larger amounts of CBD for managing seizures. Humans tend to need anywhere from 10-20 times the normal dose of CBD to manage serious seizure conditions.

Anxiety is one of the easier conditions to manage with CBD.  As you might expect, you can generally see results using smaller amounts of CBD.  If you’re going to be using CBD to treat anxiety for dogs or cats, start on the lower end of the dosage spectrum.

Arthritis can vary in its intensity. If your cat or dog has been struggling with arthritis for many years, they may require larger doses of CBD than a pet who has recently developed arthritis. Start with a lower dose and increase it until they show some improvement.

Your dog or cat may need to use the bathroom immediately after taking CBD. We cannot determine the amount of time your dog or cat will require to fully absorb the CBD into his body. The time it takes for your dog or cat to go to the bathroom should depend on how much CBD he is taking.

Dogs or cats with behavioral or neurological issues may need to wait longer than others. Remember that CBD is not an anti-anxiety medication. Your pet may be anxious and distressed after taking it. He may urinate more frequently than normal.

Your dog or cat may suddenly develop a host of other symptoms, including diarrhea, vomiting, seizures, weakness, loss of coordination, tremors, aggression, aggression or aggression out of anxiety, whining, or aggression out of fear.

It is possible that your dog or cat could become reactive, such as barking, growling, lunging, licking, urinating, or biting after taking CBD.

Please discuss any behavior changes you observe and any other behavioral changes your dog or cat has with your veterinarian. Sometimes, your dog or cat may not exhibit any of the known or known potential adverse effects of CBD and may seem completely normal. Your pet may act completely normal. In order to help you better determine the potency of the CBD, you should speak with your veterinarian. Your veterinarian may need to test the potency of the CBD to determine the correct CBD dose. The potency of CBD should not be confused with the amount of THC in the product. While the THC content can be high, the CBD level should be far less than the THC level. 

It is important that you speak with your veterinarian to determine the best CBD dosage for your cat or dog. Before starting CBD, you may want to speak with your veterinarian about any medical condition your pet is suffering from, any allergies, and any other medications your pet is taking.

CBD takes 30-45 minutes to start working.

As a rule, oils tend to kick in a little faster than biscuits or treat just because there are fewer ingredients for furry bellies to break down first. But there’s no difference in effectiveness between the two.

From the first drop of oil or tincture to the last, it takes approximately an hour for CBD to have an effect.

CBD is a non-toxic, legal medication and as such there are no known side effects for pets.

A word to the wise: Not all animals react the same. If your dog or cat reacts with the onset of symptoms (such as increasing their pace, refusing food, vomiting, panting, and/or diarrhea), it is likely they are being allergic to the CBD. For this reason, it is important to select a product specifically formulated to treat your pet and with no interactions with other medications.

Yes. If your cat is pregnant or nursing, be aware that the effects of CBD on both a mother and a fetus may be greater than if the animal were not pregnant or nursing. A slight change in their behavior is normal.

In the meantime, look for products that are both natural and formulated for pregnant or nursing pets.

No. CBD does not treat the underlying cause of a pet’s illness or injury.

For this reason, if a pet is sick or injured, talk to your veterinarian to determine if CBD is safe to use.

Most cats start having a noticeable response between 30 minutes and an hour after consumption. It takes about one to two weeks to experience full effects.

A few older or “special-needs” cats are more sensitive to the effects of the CBD. They might not initially be “good” with the high potency oil or tincture, but can eventually feel the effects after the initial 3 to 6 weeks.

Cats at a young age can also have trouble feeling the effects of CBD, and will need to be treated with a lower amount for their first few doses.

It depends. Most likely, within the US. Yes. While products are available to travel, they must be labeled and properly followed by the pet owner before you can take your CBD with you. Read the label and make sure to read the instructions. Please check with TSA and or your Airline first, but you’ll still need to make the final decision before taking your CBD and pet on a plane.

(Note: Although we do not recommend this, even in extremely rare situations, if your pet is in bad health, you could buy a travel-sized product and take it with you in a carry-on to ensure your pet’s safety and to maximize your pet’s chances of getting through security. It will cost more than using the product in a capsule or tincture, but for vets who’ve seen firsthand what the effects of CBD are like on dogs, and know what they mean, the expense and trouble may be worth it.)

Each dose—whether from CBD oil or CBD Dog / Cat treats—lasts from 4-8 hours.  That’s a big spread, we know, but the duration can vary a lot depending on your pet’s size, activity level, breed, and the severity of their symptoms. But as a good rule of thumb: older pups tend to take longer than younger ones to digest food.

Depending on how much your cat or dog has taken, your pet may be back to normal in as little as a couple of hours, or as much as 24 hours.  When your pet is sick, the duration can also vary a lot, which is why it’s important to watch them closely for signs of pain or distress.

If your pet throws up after taking CBD, it could be one of many reasons.  Too much CBD.  Previous food that has now mixed internally with the CBD.  It could be the type or brand of CBD product (CBD Oil, CBD Pills, or CBD Dog or Cat Treats. (Remember: doses aren’t much different from, say, how many times you or I would swallow an ibuprofen.)  If you are worried. please contact your local Vet for more information.

But if you’ve given them enough food to make the pill a potential part of his diet and gradually increased his dosage over time, he should be alright.  Your dog or cat may not feel as hungry after ingesting CBD as well.  If he hasn’t eaten for a couple of hours, however, then he’s not likely to be hungry.  Small changes in appetite may occur and as always consult your local Vet is at all concerned.  One of the key concerns is whether they’ll be sick after you give them the medication, or if they’re going to be sick at the same time.

If they throw up, keep an eye on them, and clean it up. If he’s still eating and drinking normally, then he’s likely to be fine.