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CBD Oil for Dogs: The Complete Guide to Safe and Effective Use
Dogs are pretty bad at telling us when something's off. Instead, they show us in small ways:
- a slower climb up the stairs
- pacing and panting when thunder rolls in
- an extra minute (or three) to get up from a nap
If one of those sounds familiar, you've probably started wondering whether CBD oil could help. Lots of pet parents are asking the same thing.
And they have good reason to. In a study of more than 13,700 dogs, 72.5% had at least one highly problematic anxiety-related behavior, and about 1 in 4 were afraid of fireworks.
Achy joints are common too. Osteoarthritis is estimated to affect around 20% of dogs over a year old in North America.
So, let's walk through it together. Below you'll find what's in our oil, how we test it, what the research really says, and how to keep your pup safe. Grab a coffee. Your dog will probably nap through the whole thing.
- CBD from hemp grown in Oregon and Colorado
- Full spectrum hemp extract, gently extracted with cold CO2
- Blended into virgin hemp seed oil, with no MCT oil and no GMOs
- Every strength tested for potency by an accredited lab (COA)
- Blended and bottled in the USA
The Best Quality Guaranteed
100% Full Spectrum
Golden Hemp Extract
Virgin
Hemp Seed Oil
The Innovet Difference
To be used as a non-nutritional botanical extract
Independently & third party lab tested
Made from hemp with less than 0.3% THC, the federal limit
100% Non-GMO, no additives or preservatives
Natural cannabinoids and terpenes from the whole plant
Hemp extract tested for pesticides, heavy metals, solvents and bacteria
Table of Contents
- What is CBD Oil for Dogs?
- What Is Inside Every Bottle of Our CBD Oil for Dog?
- How Strong Is Each CBD Oil Bottle?
- How We Test Our CBD Oil for Dogs
- What Can CBD Oil Do for Your Dogs?
- Which CBD Oil Strength Is Right for My Dog?
- How to Give CBD Oil to My Dog?
- Is CBD Oil Safe for Dogs?
- What is the difference between isolate, broad spectrum and full spectrum CBD oil?
- FAQ
| What to Check | ![]() |
Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Reports You Can Read | Potency reports for all six strengths, plus full contaminant panels posted for our 250 mg and 6,000 mg | Pet CBD labels aren't always accurate |
| How Recent the Reports Are | Five strengths tested May 2026; 6,000 mg tested August 2023 | Old reports describe old batches |
| CBD Per Drop | Listed for every strength (0.13 mg to 6.25 mg) | You can't dose well without it |
| Extract Type | Full spectrum | Keeps the plant's other cannabinoids and terpenes |
| Carrier Oil | Virgin hemp seed oil | Many brands use MCT oil from coconut or palm |
| THC | Not detected in four of our six latest reports | Check the THC result on any brand's report |
| Track Record | Making pet products since 2005 | Over 6,700 reviews on this oil alone |
What Is CBD Oil for Dogs?
CBD (short for cannabidiol) is a natural compound found in hemp. CBD itself isn't intoxicating. THC is the compound that causes a high, and hemp is legally defined as containing no more than 0.3% delta-9 THC by dry weight. That's a legal line, not a safety line for dogs, which is why we post our THC results.
CBD oil is simply hemp extract mixed into a carrier oil, so you can measure it drop by drop.
Why does it work with dogs at all? Like us, dogs have an endocannabinoid system: a network of receptors involved in things like comfort, mood and sleep.
CBD interacts with that system. That's why vets and researchers are studying it for joint comfort and stress.
Before we go further, the FDA hasn't approved CBD for use in animals, and it hasn't evaluated products like ours for safety or effectiveness as approved animal drugs. CBD can be a lovely part of your dog's routine, but it doesn't replace your vet.
Every bottle holds 30 mL, which works out to about 960 drops. Here’s what’s in each strength:
| Strength | Made for dogs who weigh | CBD per drop | CBD per full dropper (1 mL, 32 drops) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 mg | Up to 25 lbs | 0.13 mg | 4.17 mg |
| 250 mg | 25 to 50 lbs | 0.26 mg | 8.33 mg |
| 750 mg | 50 to 75 lbs | 0.78 mg | 25 mg |
| 1500 mg | 75 to 100 lbs | 1.56 mg | 50 mg |
| 3000 mg | 100 to 125 lbs | 3.13 mg | 100 mg |
| 6000 mg | 125+ lbs | 6.25 mg | 200 mg |
Here's something most pet parents don't know: what's on a CBD label isn't always what's in the bottle.
When researchers tested 29 store-bought hemp supplements for pets, the oils held anywhere from 0% to 154% of the CBD their labels promised.
Some had none at all. Others had far more than the label said. Those were products from a few years ago, but it's a good reason to read the paperwork.
That's why we send our oil to Encore Labs, an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited lab, and put the results right on this page. Here's what gets tested:
- Potency, for every strength. Each of our six strengths has a potency report covering CBD, THC and other cannabinoids. Five were tested in May 2026; the 6,000 mg report is from August 2023.
- Full safety panels covering pesticides, heavy metals, mold toxins, leftover solvents, harmful bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella, and foreign matter. These are posted for our 250 mg (May 2026) and 6,000 mg (August 2023) strengths, and both passed. All six strengths use the same hemp extract.
You can also match the batch number on your bottle to its lab report. And we're a licensed pet food manufacturer in California (Department of Public Health Pet Food Production License
#122677, with Industrial Hemp Authorization).
Want to see for yourself? Tap Lab Results next to the strength selector or visit our Certificate of Analysis page.
And whichever brand you end up choosing, ask for these reports. A company that's proud of its oil will be happy to share them.
Could CBD oil help your dog feel a little more comfortable or relaxed? That's the question researchers have been exploring, and some of their findings are pretty encouraging.
We've looked at the studies so you don't have to dig through scientific papers yourself. Here's what we found.
Joint Comfort and Mobility
The best-known study comes from Cornell University. Here's how it worked:
- Researchers gave 16 dogs with osteoarthritis either CBD oil (2 mg per kg, twice a day) or a placebo oil for 4 weeks.
- Then the dogs switched, so every dog tried both.
- Neither the owners nor the vets knew which oil was which.
They found that while on CBD, the dogs showed less pain and more activity, according to both their owners and the vets.
That’s exciting, though it comes with a few caveats:
- The study was small and short.
- It tested a different company's oil, not ours.
- Bloodwork showed a rise in a liver-related enzyme called ALP while dogs were on CBD.
A handful of other small studies have pointed in a similar direction, while one found no clear differences from placebo.
Changes in the Cornell study were checked at 2 and 4 weeks, so give your dog a few weeks of steady use before you decide how it's going.
If joint comfort is what brought you here, our guide to the best CBD oil for dogs with arthritis goes deeper.
Calm During Stressful Moments
This is where things get interesting, because two studies landed on different answers.
- In a 2023 study of 40 dogs, each dog got either a CBD capsule (about 4 mg per kg) or a placebo 2 hours before a car ride or some time home alone. The CBD dogs did better on some stress measures, though not all of them.
- In another study, dogs ate CBD treats (about 1.4 mg per kg a day) for a week. When researchers played a fireworks recording, the CBD dogs reacted no differently than dogs who got plain treats.
The studies used different doses, formats, and timing, which may explain the difference.
So, what’s the takeaway? CBD may help some dogs feel calmer during predictable stressful moments, but the research is still young.
If your dog’s fear is severe (hiding for hours, shaking, or hurting themselves trying to escape), please talk to your vet. Prescription options and training plans can work alongside CBD or instead of it.
WEIGHT OF PET: 10LBS-25LBS
PET SURVEY: DOG
PET ISSUES: ANXIETY
Start with the strength that matches your dog's weight in the selector above. Each strength is matched to a weight range so your dog's amount stays easy to measure.
A few tips from our customer team:
- Right between two sizes? Go by your dog's current weight, not their goal weight.
- Expecting to use the higher end of the chart? The next strength up means fewer drops per dose, and the bottle lasts longer.
- Not sure at all? Give us a call at (213) 456-8173. We're happy to help you pick.
For exact amounts by weight, check the dosing tabs just below. You can also browse our full CBD dosage chart for dogs or pop your dog's weight into the CBD dosage calculator.
The good news is that you don’t need to pry your dog’s mouth open. You can:
- drop it straight into their mouth,
- put it on a favorite treat, or
- mix it into a little food.
All three work. A 2023 study found dogs absorbed CBD about the same whether it was held under the tongue or swallowed. So go with whatever your dog accepts happily.
For step-by-step methods and tips for picky eaters, read how to give CBD oil to your dog.
For healthy dogs, the research so far is reassuring. In controlled studies, including one that lasted six months, the CBD formulations tested were generally well tolerated. Those results apply to the products, doses and dogs studied, not to every oil or every dog.
An industry-run reporting system for hemp products for dogs also logged about 2 reported problems per million doses sold between 2010 and 2023. Reports to it are submitted by member companies, so it's a rough signal, not a full count.
That doesn't mean "no side effects," though. Here's what to keep an eye on:
- Sleepiness: In one large survey of dog and cat owners, this was the side effect reported most often. It often means the amount is a little high for your dog.
- A runny tummy: Loose stools happen sometimes, usually mild and short-lived.
- Extra drool: Some studies saw more of it.
- Liver enzyme changes: Several studies found ALP went up on bloodwork. Researchers think this often isn't a sign of liver damage, but it's a great reason to mention CBD at your dog's checkups, especially for long-term use.
Can You Combine CBD With Medications?
CBD is processed by the same liver enzymes that handle many medications. That means it can change how some drugs work. If your dog takes anything regularly, especially:
- seizure medication,
- pain relievers or anti-inflammatories, or
- heart medication,
Please check with your vet before starting CBD.
When Should I Talk to My Vet?
Before starting CBD, talk to your vet if your dog takes medications, is pregnant or nursing, is a puppy, or has liver problems.
Call your vet if, after taking CBD, your dog:
- seems very wobbly or unusually hard to wake,
- vomits more than once, or
- stops eating
If you’d like to learn more, read our guide covering the side effects of CBD in dogs and cats.
Nobody knows your dog like you do. You notice the slower walks, the restless nights and the way they lean into you a little harder these days.
If you'd like to see whether CBD fits into their routine, we've tried to make the first step easy:
- Every bottle comes with our 30-day money-back guarantee. (Open-bottle returns don't apply to the 3,000 mg and 6,000 mg sizes.)
- Questions about strengths, dosing or your dog's medications? Our team is happy to help at (213) 456-8173.
Dosing
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| 1 drop contains 0.13mg of CBD | Starting dose 0.05mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Average dose 0.45mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Strong dose 1.25mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| lbs | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) |
| 5lbs | 1 drop (0.13mg) |
8 drops (1.04mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 10lbs | 2 drops (0.26mg) |
16 drops (2.08mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 15lbs | 3 drops (0.39mg) |
24 drops (3.12mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 20lbs | 4 drops (0.52mg) |
32 drops (4.16mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 25lbs | 4 drops (0.52mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle | Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 30lbs | 5 drops (0.65mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle | Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 35lbs | 6 drops (0.78mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle | Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 40lbs | 7 drops (0.91mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle | Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 45lbs | 8 drops (1.04mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle | Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 50lbs | 9 drops (1.17mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle | Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
| 55lbs | 10 drops (1.30mg) |
Use higher strength 250mg bottle | Use higher strength 250mg bottle |
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
125mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
0.44% CBD
1 drop = 0.13mg of CBD
16 drops = 2.08mg of CBD
32 drops = 4.16mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.017% THC
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
125mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
0.44% CBD
1 drop = 0.13mg of CBD
16 drops = 2.08mg of CBD
32 drops = 4.16mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.017% THC
| 1 drop contains 0.26mg of CBD | Starting dose 0.05mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Average dose 0.45mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Strong dose 1.25mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| lbs | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) |
| 10lbs | 1 drop (0.26mg) |
8 drops (2.08mg) |
22 drops (5.72mg) |
| 20lbs | 2 drops (0.52mg) |
16 drops (4.16mg) |
44 drops (11.44mg) |
| 30lbs | 3 drops (0.78mg) |
24 drops (6.24mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 40lbs | 4 drops (1.04mg) |
32 drops (8.32mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 50lbs | 4 drops (1.04mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle | Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 60lbs | 5 drops (1.30mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle | Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 70lbs | 6 drops (1.56mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle | Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 80lbs | 7 drops (1.82mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle | Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 90lbs | 8 drops (2.08mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle | Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 100lbs | 9 drops (2.34mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle | Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
| 125lbs | 11 drops (2.86mg) |
Use higher strength 750mg bottle | Use higher strength 750mg bottle |
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
250mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
0.88% CBD
1 drop = 0.26mg of CBD
16 drops = 4.16mg of CBD
32 drops = 8.32mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.03% THC
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
250mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
0.88% CBD
1 drop = 0.26mg of CBD
16 drops = 4.16mg of CBD
32 drops = 8.32mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.03% THC
| 1 drop contains 0.78mg of CBD | Starting dose 0.05mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Average dose 0.45mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Strong dose 1.25mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| lbs | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) |
| 20lbs | 1 drop (0.78mg) |
5 drops (3.90mg) |
15 drops (11.70mg) |
| 30lbs | 1 drop (0.78mg) |
8 drops (6.24mg) |
22 drops (17.16mg) |
| 40lbs | 1 drop (0.78mg) |
11 drops (8.58mg) |
29 drops (22.62mg) |
| 50lbs | 1 drop (0.78mg) |
13 drops (10.14mg) |
36 drops (28.08mg) |
| 60lbs | 2 drops (1.56mg) |
16 drops (12.48mg) |
Use higher strength 1500mg bottle |
| 70lbs | 2 drops (1.56mg) |
18 drops (14.04mg) |
Use higher strength 1500mg bottle |
| 80lbs | 2 drops (1.56mg) |
21 drops (16.38mg) |
Use higher strength 1500mg bottle |
| 90lbs | 3 drops (2.34mg) |
24 drops (18.72mg) |
Use higher strength 1500mg bottle |
| 100lbs | 3 drops (2.34mg) |
26 drops (20.28mg) |
Use higher strength 1500mg bottle |
| 125lbs | 4 drops (3.12mg) |
33 drops (25.74mg) |
Use higher strength 1500mg bottle |
| 150lbs | 4 drops (3.12mg) |
Use higher strength 1500mg bottle | Use higher strength 1500mg bottle |
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
750mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
2.64% CBD
1 drop = 0.78mg of CBD
16 drops = 12.48mg of CBD
32 drops = 24.96mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.09% THC
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
750mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
2.64% CBD
1 drop = 0.78mg of CBD
16 drops = 12.48mg of CBD
32 drops = 24.96mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.09% THC
| 1 drop contains 1.56mg of CBD | Starting dose 0.05mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Average dose 0.45mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Strong dose 1.25mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| lbs | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) |
| 50lbs | 1 drop (1.56mg) |
7 drops (10.92mg) |
18 drops (28.08mg) |
| 60lbs | 1 drop (1.56mg) |
8 drops (12.48mg) |
22 drops (34.32mg) |
| 70lbs | 1 drop (1.56mg) |
9 drops (14.04mg) |
25 drops (39.00mg) |
| 80lbs | 1 drop (1.56mg) |
11 drops (17.16mg) |
29 drops (45.24mg) |
| 90lbs | 1 drop (1.56mg) |
12 drops (18.72mg) |
33 drops (51.48mg) |
| 100lbs | 1 drop (1.56mg) |
13 drops (20.28mg) |
Use higher strength 3000mg bottle |
| 125lbs | 2 drops (3.12mg) |
16 drops (24.96mg) |
Use higher strength 3000mg bottle |
| 150lbs | 2 drops (3.12mg) |
20 drops (31.20mg) |
Use higher strength 3000mg bottle |
| 175lbs | 3 drops (4.68mg) |
23 drops (35.88mg) |
Use higher strength 3000mg bottle |
| 200lbs | 3 drops (4.68mg) |
26 drops (40.56mg) |
Use higher strength 3000mg bottle |
| 225lbs | 3 drops (4.68mg) |
30 drops (46.80mg) |
Use higher strength 3000mg bottle |
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
1500mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
5.28% CBD
1 drop = 1.56mg of CBD
16 drops = 25.00mg of CBD
32 drops = 50.00mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.18% THC
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
1500mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
5.28% CBD
1 drop = 1.56mg of CBD
16 drops = 25.00mg of CBD
32 drops = 50.00mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.18% THC
| 1 drop contains 3.13mg of CBD | Starting dose 0.05mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Average dose 0.45mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Strong dose 1.25mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| lbs | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) |
| 50lbs | Use lower strength 1500mg bottle | 3 drops (9.39mg) |
9 drops (28.17mg) |
| 75lbs | Use lower strength 1500mg bottle | 5 drops (15.65mg) |
14 drops (43.82mg) |
| 100lbs | 1 drop (3.13mg) |
7 drops (21.91mg) |
18 drops (56.34mg) |
| 125lbs | 1 drop (3.13mg) |
8 drops (25.04mg) |
23 drops (71.99mg) |
| 150lbs | 1 drop (3.13mg) |
10 drops (31.30mg) |
27 drops (84.51mg) |
| 175lbs | 1 drop (3.13mg) |
11 drops (34.43mg) |
32 drops (100.16mg) |
| 200lbs | 1 drop (3.13mg) |
13 drops (40.69mg) |
36 drops (112.68mg) |
| 225lbs | 2 drops (6.26mg) |
15 drops (46.95mg) |
Use higher strength 6000mg bottle |
| 250lbs | 2 drops (6.26mg) |
16 drops (50.08mg) |
Use higher strength 6000mg bottle |
| 275lbs | 2 drops (6.26mg) |
18 drops (56.34mg) |
Use higher strength 6000mg bottle |
| 300lbs | 2 drops (6.26mg) |
20 drops (62.60mg) |
Use higher strength 6000mg bottle |
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
3000mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
10.56% CBD
1 drop = 3.13mg of CBD
16 drops = 50.08mg of CBD
32 drops = 100.16mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.24% THC
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
3000mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
10.56% CBD
1 drop = 3.13mg of CBD
16 drops = 50.08mg of CBD
32 drops = 100.16mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.24% THC
| 1 drop contains 6.25mg of CBD | Starting dose 0.05mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Average dose 0.45mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
Strong dose 1.25mg/kg (Every 6-8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| lbs | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) | Recommended drops (total mg) |
| 50lbs | Use lower strength 3000mg bottle | 2 drops (12.52mg) |
5 drops (31.30mg) |
| 75lbs | Use lower strength 3000mg bottle | 2 drops (12.52mg) |
7 drops (43.82mg) |
| 100lbs | Use lower strength 3000mg bottle | 3 drops (18.78mg) |
9 drops (56.34mg) |
| 125lbs | Use lower strength 3000mg bottle | 4 drops (25.04mg) |
11 drops (68.86mg) |
| 150lbs | Use lower strength 3000mg bottle | 5 drops (31.30mg) |
14 drops (87.64mg) |
| 175lbs | Use lower strength 3000mg bottle | 6 drops (37.56mg) |
16 drops (100.16mg) |
| 200lbs | Use lower strength 3000mg bottle | 7 drops (43.82mg) |
18 drops (112.68mg) |
| 225lbs | 1 drop (6.26mg) |
7 drops (43.82mg) |
20 drops (125.20mg) |
| 250lbs | 1 drop (6.26mg) |
8 drops (50.08mg) |
23 drops (143.98mg) |
| 275lbs | 1 drop (6.26mg) |
9 drops (56.34mg) |
25 drops (156.50mg) |
| 300lbs | 1 drop (6.26mg) |
10 drops (62.60mg) |
27 drops (169.02mg) |
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
6000mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
21.12% CBD
1 drop = 6.25mg of CBD
16 drops = 100mg of CBD
32 drops = 200mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.29% THC
1 drop = 0.03ml
16 drops = .5ml (half dropper)
32 drops = 1ml (full dropper)
6000mg of CBD = 30ml bottle
21.12% CBD
1 drop = 6.25mg of CBD
16 drops = 100mg of CBD
32 drops = 200mg of CBD
960 drops per 30ml bottle
0.29% THC
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