If your dog seems uncomfortable, has trouble settling down, or simply needs additional whole-body support as they age, hemp oil may be worth considering.
Standard Process offers hemp products formulated specifically for pets, including VF Hemp Oil for Cats & Dogs and Canine Hemp Oil Complex™. These formulas are designed to support the endocannabinoid system (ECS)—a system found throughout the bodies of mammals that plays a role in maintaining normal physiological balance.
What Is the Endocannabinoid System in Dogs?
Dogs, like humans, have an endocannabinoid system.
The ECS includes cannabinoid receptors located throughout the body and interacts with the nervous, immune, and other organ systems. Its overall role is connected with maintaining homeostasis, or the body’s ability to maintain internal balance.
This is one reason hemp-derived phytocannabinoids have become an area of interest in veterinary wellness.
Rather than thinking of hemp oil as something that targets one isolated part of the body, it can be viewed as nutritional support for a regulatory system that operates throughout the body.
Standard Process VF Hemp Oil for Dogs
Standard Process VF Hemp Oil is a full-spectrum organic hemp oil formulated for both dogs and cats.
One of the things I like about this product is its simplicity. Each 1 mL serving provides 35 mg of organic full-spectrum hemp extract containing 15 mg of naturally occurring phytocannabinoids. The other ingredient is organic extra-virgin olive oil.
The hemp is organic and non-genetically engineered, and Standard Process states that it is grown on its certified organic farm, with certified-organic sourcing used when necessary.
The liquid also comes with a graduated dropper, making it easier to adjust the amount according to the dog’s body weight.
What Can Hemp Oil Support in Dogs?
According to Standard Process, VF Hemp Oil is formulated to support a pet’s endocannabinoid system.
For pet owners, this makes hemp oil an interesting option when looking for nutritional support as part of a dog’s overall wellness routine.
It is important, however, not to treat a hemp supplement as a substitute for veterinary care. Persistent pain, major behavioral changes, limping, weakness, appetite changes, or other new symptoms should be evaluated by a veterinarian.
VF Hemp Oil vs. Canine Hemp Oil Complex™
Standard Process actually offers two different hemp options for dogs.
VF Hemp Oil is the liquid option. It contains full-spectrum organic hemp extract in an organic extra-virgin olive oil base and provides 15 mg of naturally occurring phytocannabinoids per 1 mL.
Canine Hemp Oil Complex™ is a softgel with a broader formulation. In addition to organic full-spectrum hemp extract, it contains calamari oil supplying omega-3 fatty acids including DHA and EPA, plus TrueBroc® and broccoli-derived glucoraphanin. Each softgel contains 7.5 mg of naturally occurring phytocannabinoids.
Standard Process describes Canine Hemp Oil Complex as supporting the dog’s endocannabinoid system, natural inflammatory-response function, and endogenous antioxidant pathways.
So the choice may depend on what you’re looking for. The liquid VF Hemp Oil offers a simple hemp formulation with flexible weight-based dosing, while Canine Hemp Oil Complex combines hemp with omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant-supporting ingredients.
How Much VF Hemp Oil Should a Dog Take?
Standard Process provides a weight-based schedule for VF Hemp Oil. Current label guidance ranges from 0.25 mL every other day for dogs under 5 pounds up to 2.75 mL daily for dogs weighing 100–110 pounds. The product is administered orally and can be given during or after a meal.
Always follow the current product label or your veterinarian’s recommendations, especially when your dog takes medications or has an existing medical condition.
Why Quality Matters With Hemp Products
Not every hemp product is formulated the same way.
When choosing a product for an animal, I want to know exactly what is in the formula, how much is being given, and that the product is actually intended for pets.
Standard Process VF Hemp Oil is specifically formulated for dogs and cats, uses organic full-spectrum hemp extract, provides a defined amount of phytocannabinoids per serving, and offers weight-based dosing recommendations.
For pet owners interested in adding hemp to their dog’s wellness routine, that makes it a straightforward option to consider.
Supporting Your Dog From the Inside Out
Our dogs can’t always tell us what they need. Sometimes we notice subtle changes first: they’re slowing down, having a harder time settling, or simply aren’t acting quite like themselves.
Nutrition and targeted supplementation can be one piece of supporting their overall health.
Standard Process VF Hemp Oil provides full-spectrum organic hemp-derived phytocannabinoids designed to support your dog’s endocannabinoid system and overall wellness.
As with any supplement, the goal isn’t to cover up symptoms. It’s to give the body nutritional support while paying attention to what your dog may be telling you.
Interested in Standard Process VF Hemp Oil for your dog?
Shop our veterinary wellness products and find the option that best fits your pet’s needs.
This information is for educational purposes and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult your veterinarian regarding your pet’s individual health needs.
