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How Therabis™ is Saving Our Summer #GrabTheLeash
Summer is full of potential stressors for anxious dogs, young and old. Summer storms bring thunder and lightning. Road trips mean long drives in the car, and then there’s every anxious dog parent’s “favorite” thing in the whole world… fireworks! This summer, we aren’t letting stressors get in the way. We’re living life to the fullest, our anxious senior Helo included!
Over the last few months, I’ve been researching about CBD oil and it’s calming properties. Then we got the opportunity to try out Therabis™ Calm and Quiet Treat Supplements.
I figured we didn’t have anything to lose and Helo had everything to gain, so why not give it a try?
So What’s The Hype About Hemp and CBD Oil?
There’s been a big movement recently towards more natural remedies for both humans and our beloved pets. One that I firmly believe in!
In the realm of veterinary science, cannabinoids are one of the most exciting and promising therapies being studied today. One in particular that has really been growing in popularity is cannabidiol, or CBD. CBD oil has been shown to help dogs find relief from a wide range of issues, everything from pain and mobility to itchiness and anxiety.
Where Does CBD Come From?
CBD is a naturally occurring chemical compound found in hemp that’s classified as a cannabinoid. Despite common misconceptions, hemp is not another euphemism for marijuana. In fact, hemp and marijuana are two very different plants.
Unlike marijuana, hemp has only trace amounts of THC. It will NOT get your dog high.
How Does It Work?
Like all other cannabinoids, CBD interacts with your pet’s endocannabinoid system (or ECS). ECS is the central regulatory system in control of your dog’s bodily processes such as digestion, mood and sleep.
Why Choose Therabis™?
There are plenty of companies out there offering CBD treats, but not all are created equal. Therabis was founded by a veterinary expert, Dr. Stephen M. Katz, who has spent a lifetime researching, developing and perfecting Therabis’ natural formulations, resulting in unparalleled and specific products. Backed by 25 years of veterinary expertise and powered by whole-plant hemp oil, their products are designed to address the specific areas that challenge your pet.
Therabis offers 3 different formulas to support different health needs safely, naturally and effectively:
Calm and Quiet is Calming Care for your Canine
Therabis has two different Calm and Quiet products, both designed to help dogs with anxiety issues. The original Calm and Quiet formula comes in powder form and is administered daily in your dog’s food. Helo’s anxiety is much more situational, so we decided to try Therabis’ new Calm And Quiet Treat Supplements!
Therabis uses naturally occurring cannabinoids in these treats to reduce stress levels and help dogs keep their cool. They leverage whole plant hemp oil, in concert with L-theanine, in a fast-acting, easy to administer form to help “in the moment.”
Helo’s been with us for five years now, but he had only been a member of the family for one day before we got hit with our first huge thunderstorm. It lasted for HOURS. The poor guy was so scared that he went and hid in the closet. I sat in the dark with my brand new terrified dog, stroking his fur and trying to reassure him. I knew right then that we had to find something that was safe, affective, and fast-acting for sudden anxiety-inducing situations.
A Calmer, Quieter Helo Thanks to Therabis
Helo starts to get anxious a good 20-30 minutes before a storm hits. Blue skies, puffy white clouds, and he starts to pant, spin and pace. For the last month, we’ve been giving Helo two Therabis Calm & Quiet Treat Supplements at the first sign of anxiety.
I am not exaggerating in the slightest when I say that Therabis has been life-changing for Helo. It is by far the best remedy we have ever tried for his anxiety and we are never going back!
It used to be that if a storm showed up out of the blue, Helo would be trying to climb the baby gate on the stairs to find a place to hide. He’d pant uncontrollably. He’d pace and spin in circles and be inconsolable. Now, once the treat supplements kick in, he doesn’t pant or pace or spin AT ALL. He doesn’t try to run and hide. Now, Helo just lies down near us and rides out the storm (pun intended). The treats also taste great, which makes giving them to Helo a breeze!
I cannot tell you how happy it makes me to finally be able to help my dog in times of stress!
#GrabTheLeash And Live Life’s Adventures
Summer stressors like thunderstorms, car rides, and fireworks used to really get in the way of living life and having fun for Helo. Now that we have a remedy that really works, we’re unstoppable! No more canceling camping trips because of weather forecasts or stressing about traveling. We just grab his treats and we’re good to go!
If you have an anxious dog, do yourself a favor and try Therabis! You won’t regret it.
Thanks for reading,
Debbie & Helo
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Therabis™. The opinions and text are all mine.
21 Comments
Interesting read 🤓 I have a nervous dog too. She’s actually quite unpredictable as to what she’ll react to but fireworks are a nightmare. Can I buy this in Europe?
Hey Josie! Glad you enjoyed our Therabis review. Regarding shipping to Europe, it doesn’t seem like it would be an issue at all. This is what it says on the FAQ page on the Therabis website: “We source our hemp from farms in Europe, because of this we are able to ship throughout the US and to most countries in the world. Before ordering please make sure that your country allows the import of cannabinoid products.” The hemp comes FROM Europe, so I imagine you should be golden! I hope it really helps your nervous dog. It made a HUGE difference for ours!
Wow, I have been thinking about trying it but was not sure how it would work. I will have to pick some up, especially with storm season coming.
I can tell you that it definitely works wonders for our dog Helo during thunderstorms. I would recommend giving it a try if you’re thinking about it. Hopefully it will work just as well for your pup. Oh, and Helo says the treats are delicious too, which is a huge bonus! Thanks for reading!
We have one dog who is so stressed when we travel that the experience is miserable for everyone. She just barks/pants/whines for at least 30 minutes in the car, that we are all completely exhausted. I will have to see if this helps her!
Aww, poor girl. Helo can be like that too, especially on longer rides. The Therabis treat supplements really seem to help. They take a little bit to kick in, so if you try them, just give them to her about 20 minutes or so before you plan to leave. I truly hope they work as well for your pup as they do for ours! Good luck!
We tried the Calm & Quiet treats this month and I’m so amazed at the results! I honestly didn’t get my hopes up too high because nothing ever worked for Icy with thunderstorms, fireworks, and her fear of walking into town, her 3 anxiety triggers. We tried Calm & Quiet for her walks into town and then for a wicked thunderstorm and the treats worked for her both times!! I always want to have these on hand for her. Great review!
Love & Biscuits,
Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them
I’m SO glad that Therabis worked for Icy too 🙂 That’s so great. I am always a bit skeptical with new therapies too, but I was blown away by how well this worked for Helo. Now we always have Calm and Quiet treats on hand for him, especially for thunderstorms. Thanks for reading our review!
We tried a different brand and I haven’t seen much change. Mr. N has separation anxiety so I’ve been looking for something that might help. Sounds like it’s really helping Helo!
Therabis also makes a powdered version of the Calm and Quiet formula for daily use. It may be an option worth looking into for Mr. N. I’ so sorry that he struggles with separation anxiety, that’s rough. The Calm and Quiet treats have done wonders for Helo, I’d give Therabis a shot!
This is a well-timed article. I work as a veterinarian and was just discussing CBD oils with a client the other day. In this case, we were discussing treatment of seizures, but the other uses are intriguing as well. I am currently working on finding research papers to support the use of CBD oils and will have to see if Dr. Katz has published articles on efficacy and safety. Thank you for the informational article.
That IS good timing! My mom actually just started using CBD oil for her seizures and pain a few months ago at the suggestion of her doctor (she has RA, among other things). So far, it’s really been making a difference, even at a low dosage. My husband has also found pain relief prior to shoulder surgery with CBD oil, and now Helo. I would definitely encourage you to look into it for your client. We are big believers. Therabis has made a huge difference for Helo this summer and we are forever grateful. 🙂
So happy that Helo found Therabis to help him reduce his situational anxiety. We love CBD for our animals and find that it really helps!
Thank you! It’s been such a huge help for Helo and his anxiety! We are truly blown away by the difference in his demeanor during storms especially. Thanks for reading our review 🙂
For anyone reading the comments: THIS WORKS!
Our Lyla has anxiety and was on meds for it but with Therabis we no longer have to give her those meds!
I am not saying it will solve ALL issues entirely but it gets Lyla to a place where we can comfort her through natural methods such as cuddling, distraction, and massage.
Lyla was so anxious at times especially when there were fireworks or storms with thunder that I felt she would have a heart attack!
With Therabis she is so much calmer and I no longer worry about this.
SOOO happy to hear that Therabis made a huge difference for Lyla too. We’ve been recommending it to all of our dog friends. Helo’s reaction is about the same during storms. Not 100% better, but a solid 80-90% probably, enough for us to take care of the rest with other methods. Soft music, snuggles, reassurance, etc. I love hearing all these success stories <3
I am so excited for what the future holds for you and Helo! What a blessing this product is for you both. A new lease on life in many ways. Thank you for sharing your information. I will be sure to spread the word about Therabis to all of my big dog friends!
It definitely is a new lease on life for Helo! I couldn’t have said it better myself. Therabis has really been making it so much easier for him to handle all the stressors that come with summertime in the South and it’s just so great to see him happy and stress free! We’re spreading the word too!
I’ve heard so many wonderful things about these treats. I’m definitely going to order some for my mom’s dog who hates thunderstorms.
I am hearing a lot of good things about Therabis!
It’s like Feliway in a treat’!
Thanks! Is there any issue with taking these across state lines? I live in Colorado so it’s not a big issue getting them here, but if we go out of state it’d be nice to know! Anyway, I think I’ll use these next July 4.