Honoring Vela: How CBD Helped My Senior Dog Live More Comfortably

I adopted Vela when she was just a tiny puppy—a scruffy little mixed-breed with bright eyes and boundless energy. For fifteen years, she was by my side for everything: hikes, road trips, lazy Sundays, hard days, and all the beautiful in-between moments. She was more than just a pet—she was family. Really, she was my first baby. 

Around age twelve, Vela started showing signs of aging that were tough to watch. Her joints stiffened, especially in her hips. Her coat grew dry and itchy. Sounds started to bother her, especially when her hearing began to fade, and sometimes she’d seem confused or anxious about things that never used to rattle her. She wasn’t in constant pain, but I could tell she wasn’t as comfortable as she used to be. I knew I had to do something to support her in this chapter of life.

That’s when I turned to CBD.

We started giving Vela our Proof CBD drops, formulated with MCT oil. She wasn’t a fan of taking medicine of any kind, so we added the drops to her food—one dose in the morning and another dose in the evening. It was a simple adjustment, and the results were meaningful. Her anxiety softened, her coat looked healthier, she was less itchy, and her movements seemed less strained. Most importantly, she seemed more at ease.

CBD didn’t reverse aging, but it gave Vela comfort, peace, and a better quality of life during her final years. I’m so grateful we had that time together—still sharing our days, even as they slowed down.

If you’re caring for an aging pet and looking for gentle ways to support them, I hope Vela’s story gives you some direction and encouragement. Proof Pet CBD Drops were made with animals like Vela in mind: simple, clean ingredients and no THC, just natural support for the pets we love.

Here’s a photo of Vela and me at her favorite place, the beach, in her final days. 

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