Oct 7, 2019 | CBD, Endocannabinoid System
Have you heard of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) before? The ECS is a complex regulatory system that creates and maintains our body’s internal stability (homeostasis). It does so by adjusting the flow of neurotransmitters and regulating bodily functions including appetite, sleep, emotion and movement (just to name a few). And did you know that this impressive system is also found in our pets!
Cannabinoids found in cannabis interact with the ECS and will either up-regulate or down-regulate a variety of physiological and cognitive processes. Cannabinoids (such as THC and CBD) bind to these receptors. And since animals like your cats and dogs also have an endocannabinoid system, cannabinoids from the cannabis plant can help regulate their system too!
Is CBD safe for cats & dogs?
CBD is generally well tolerated by pets with virtually no side effects. It is non-psychoactive so you don’t have to worry about your pet getting “high”. CBD can be a great natural alternative for animals who struggle with a variety of ailments like the ones listed below. It can also be a great daily addition to the care plan of older pets.
Some potential benefits of CBD may include:
- Arthritis relief
- Joint and muscle pain
- Anxiety relief
- Skin Irritations
- Digestive upset relief
- Seizures and epilepsy
- Can help fight cancer
- Reduce chronic Inflammation
- Provide neurodegenerative disease protection
- Promotes cardiovascular health
CBD Delivery Methods:
There are a variety of different delivery methods available that provide their own unique benefits. They include the following:
Topicals – Lotions, sprays and balms makes it easy to provide the properties of CBD directly to problem areas to help your pet live a happier life. These are best for localized pain and are relatively easy to apply. Topicals are great options for skin irritations, joint and muscle relief and relief from arthritis.
Treats – CBD infused pet treats are easy to dose and administer. Ingesting CBD typically provides longer-lasting relief so your pet will reap the benefits of CBD for a longer duration of time. Some CBD treats also contain other healing ingredients that can provide additional benefits.
Tinctures – These provide accurate dosing and can be added into your pets food, water or directly into their mouth. Tinctures also tend to provide longer–lasting relief.
Sep 12, 2019 | Cannabis, Community
Hey Wellness Warriors
It’s that time again! As you all know, we love our furry friends and love when you bring them in. For the month of September, we’ll be teaming up with a nonprofit shelter called Small Miracles Cat & Dog Rescue located in Ellicott City. This no-kill shelter had found homes for over 10,000 cats in 2006 and expanded to finding homes for over 4,000 dogs since 2011.
If You Donate:
1 Item- 15% Off, 2 Items= 20% off, 3 Items- 25% Off, 4+ Items- 25% off + Double Loyalty Points!
With more than 40 volunteers who foster animals with an option to adopt at the shelter, you all can help by donating. Below is a list of supplies provided be the small miracles website.
FOR THE FELINES
* Kitty litter, both clay and clumping
* Donut-style cat beds, which are easy to launder
* Towels in good condition
* Cat toys
* Fancy Feast wet food, classic varieties
* Friskies wet food, any variety
FOR THE CANINES
* Wet food, Pedigree or any brand
* Hard chew toys
* Slip leads
* Collars
* Newspapers
FOR THE SHELTER
* Paper towels
* HE laundry detergent pods
* Dish soap
* Bleach
* Petco, Walmart or Target gift cards
PLEASE DO NOT DONATE
* Dry food, as we receive this at a discount from Hill’s Science Diet
* Sheets or pillowcases
* Leashes, as we use slip leads instead
* Rawhide and similar chew toys
Aug 5, 2019 | Cannabis, Community
Wellness Warriors,
We can’t thank you enough for your support and participation in our Community Drives we have had thus far. We are approaching the one year mark of the start of our Community Drives here at Trilogy Wellness! It warms our hearts every month to see our Wellness Warriors walking in the doors with donations and big smiles on your faces. Here is the photo from our first Community Drive last year in support of the Community Action Council of Howard County- we have come a long way! Let’s double the donations from last year!
In August, Trilogy is teaming up with the Howard County Public School System again to donate school supplies to students in need for the upcoming school year. The Howard County School System projects that over 13,000 students may need assistance obtaining school supplies.
Please join us to help support students this year! To the patients who donated last year, we are so thankful for you all. For more info, please visit http://www.prepareforsuccess.org/
