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Dosing Guide

Dosing CBD

What is the right amount?

Finding Your Daily Balance

Finding the ideal CBD serving size is a personal journey. Because every person and animal has a unique endocannabinoid system, factors like body weight, metabolism, and lifestyle goals all play a role in how CBD fits into a daily routine.

To help you get started, we categorize our serving suggestions into three levels of wellness support:

  • Daily Maintenance & Focus
  • Rest & Relaxation
  • Active Lifestyle & Resilience

The “Start Low and Go Slow” Rule

Cannabinoids can have biphasic properties, meaning more is not always better. A smaller, consistent amount is often more effective than a single large dose. We recommend keeping notes in a daily log as you find your ideal routine.

These are general wellness guidelines only and are not medical or veterinary advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional or veterinarian before introducing new supplements.

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Level 1: Daily Maintenance & Focus

Best for: General wellness, everyday balance, and focus.

A lower serving taken once daily may support:

  • A consistent daily wellness routine
  • Everyday balance before work, training, or travel
  • Overall vitality for people and animals

Level 2: Rest & Relaxation

Best for: Promoting calm and supporting a steady routine.

This mid-level serving, typically taken twice a day, may support:

  • A sense of calm during external stressors like travel or loud noises
  • Balanced daily routines
  • Comfort and ease for aging pets, horses, or active people

Level 3: Active Lifestyle & Resilience

Best for: Periods of higher physical demand or more active routines.

This level may support:

  • Active lifestyles and training routines
  • Comfort during periods of increased environmental or physical demand
  • Consistent support when a higher serving is preferred

Finding your ideal serving size

Pet Dosing Guidelines

Every animal is unique. We recommend starting with a lower serving size and gradually increasing over the course of a week until you reach your desired level of wellness. Our products are intended to support daily maintenance and overall vitality. Consult with a healthcare professional or veterinarian to determine how to best incorporate CBD into a comprehensive lifestyle plan.

Recommended starting range: 1–4mg CBD per 10 lbs.

Small Dogs / Cats under 25 lbs:
2.5mg–10mg total daily — 2.5mg 1–4 times daily, or 5mg up to twice a day

Medium Dogs 25 lbs–50 lbs:
5mg–20mg total daily — 5mg 1–4 times daily, or 10mg up to twice a day

Large Dogs 50 lbs–75 lbs:
7.5mg–30mg total daily — 7.5mg 1–4 times daily, or 15mg up to twice a day

XL Dogs 75 lbs+:
10mg–40mg total daily — 10mg 1–4 times daily, or 20mg up to twice a day

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Horse

Finding your ideal serving size

Horse Dosing Guidelines

Every animal is unique. We recommend starting with a lower serving size and gradually increasing over the course of a week until you reach your desired level of wellness. Our products are intended to support daily maintenance and overall vitality. Consult with a healthcare professional or veterinarian to determine how to best incorporate CBD into a comprehensive lifestyle plan.

Recommended starting range: 25mg–100mg per 500 lbs.

Mini / Pony under 500 lbs:
25mg–100mg total daily — 25mg to 50mg up to three times a day

Small Horse 500 lbs–1000 lbs:
25mg–200mg total daily — 25mg to 100mg up to three times a day

Large Horse 1000 lbs–1500 lbs:
50mg–300mg total daily — 50mg to 200mg up to three times a day

Draft Horse 1500 lbs+:
25mg–400mg total daily — 25mg to 300mg up to three times a day
*Draft horses may require less CBD for focus/calming purposes due to slower metabolism.

Finding your ideal serving size

People Dosing Guidelines

Everyone’s routine is different. Body weight, metabolism, sensitivity, and personal wellness goals can all influence your ideal CBD serving size. If you tend to be sensitive to supplements, start on the lower side. If you are more accustomed to CBD, you may prefer a higher serving within the suggested range.

We recommend starting low, staying consistent for several days, and adjusting gradually until you find the routine that feels right for you.

Recommended starting range: 10mg–40mg CBD per 100 lbs.

Level 1: Daily Maintenance & Focus
12.5mg–15mg per serving

Level 2: Rest & Relaxation
25mg–30mg per serving

Level 3: Active Lifestyle & Resilience
45mg–50mg per serving

These serving sizes may be taken up to three times daily, depending on your individual routine and preferences.

Product strength reference:

  • 750mg tincture bottle = 25mg CBD per full dropper
  • 1500mg tincture bottle = 50mg CBD per full dropper
  • Softgels are available in 15mg, 30mg, and 45mg strengths
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Measuring your serving

How to Use the Dropper

Use the visual guide for your product type to match the marked dropper amount to your preferred serving size. Shake well before use, draw oil into the dropper, and use the markings to measure a full or partial serving.

Pet Tincture

For cats and small to large dogs

Pet CBD tincture dropper guide

XL Pet Tincture

For extra large dogs

XL pet CBD tincture dropper guide

Horse Tincture

For equine serving guidance

Horse CBD tincture dropper guide

Human Tincture

For 750mg and 1500mg bottles

Human CBD tincture dropper guide

Serving needs vary by individual. When introducing CBD to a new routine, begin with a lower serving and adjust gradually as needed.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.