What is Hemp Nectar for dogs?

Hemp Nectar is a nutritional hemp seed oil feed supplement with naturally occurring omega-3 in the form of ALA and omega-6 fatty acids, including GLA. It's easy to add to meals as part of a balanced diet. In plain terms, it's a raw, cold-pressed hemp seed oil - pressed from hemp seeds, Australian made, and supplied in a single 100 mL bottle. The ingredients are simply raw hemp seed oil and vitamin E.

Think of it as one gentle, plant-based oil you add to your dog's regular food. It isn't a medicine and it isn't a meal replacement - it's a daily source of plant omega fatty acids that works alongside a complete, balanced diet.

Is Hemp Nectar the same as CBD oil? (No)

This is the most common mix-up, so it's worth being clear. Hemp seed oil and CBD oil both come from the hemp plant, but they come from different parts of it and have a completely different make-up.

If your question is really about CBD or cannabinoids for a specific health issue, that's a conversation to have with a vet - you can start with our vet-guided Hemp Drops pathway rather than treating a food supplement as medicine. For a longer explainer, see hemp oil vs hemp seed oil.

What's in hemp seed oil: the omegas explained

Hemp seed oil is best known as a plant source of polyunsaturated fatty acids - the "good fats." The two that matter most for dogs are the essential ones your dog has to get from food.

Omega-6 (linoleic acid, or LA) is a building block for the skin barrier and the natural oils (sebum) that keep a coat conditioned. Adequate dietary LA helps skin hold moisture; a shortfall tends to show up as a dull, flaky coat.³ Hemp seed oil also carries a smaller amount of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), an omega-6 that's uncommon in everyday seed oils.¹

Omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid, or ALA) is the plant omega-3 in hemp seed oil. It helps support the skin's normal balance. One honest caveat worth knowing: dogs only convert plant ALA into the long-chain omega-3s (EPA and DHA) inefficiently, so marine oils remain the most direct source of EPA/DHA.² Hemp seed oil's role is as a plant-based, everyday top-up of the essential omegas - not a replacement for a complete diet.

Hemp seed oil also provides a smaller amount of omega-9 (oleic acid), a non-essential monounsaturated fat - meaning the body can make it itself, so it's a supporting nutrient rather than a headline one. Hemp seed oil is often described as sitting in a balanced band of omega-6 to omega-3, which is part of why it's added to meals to help round out a diet.¹

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How Hemp Nectar fits into a balanced diet

Hemp Nectar is designed to be simple: a daily drizzle of plant omegas added on top of food your dog already eats. It works with raw, cooked, kibble or mixed meals - you're not changing your dog's diet, just adding one oil to it. Because it's a food supplement, the goal is steady, everyday nutritional support as part of a balanced diet, not a quick fix.

If skin and coat are your main interest, we go deeper in hemp seed oil for your dog's skin and coat. For older dogs, see hemp seed oil for senior dogs.

How much Hemp Nectar to give a dog

The simple rule from the label: shake the bottle well, measure up to 1 mL per 5 kg of body weight, then mix it into your dog's meal. Start with a smaller amount and build up. Don't exceed 10 mL a day of total hemp oil across all products. Always follow the product label as your first reference.

For a fuller walkthrough of dosing by weight, see how much hemp seed oil to give a dog.

Start low and go slow: introducing it and what to expect

Any new oil is best introduced gradually. Begin with just a few drops for the first few days, then increase over one to two weeks until you reach your dog's daily amount. Slightly softer stools for a day or two can be a normal part of adding an oil.

How to add it to your dog's meals

Shake the bottle well first - this is an unrefined oil, so a good shake mixes it back together. Measure the amount for your dog's weight, then stir it through their food, or offer it directly if your dog is happy to take it that way. Keep the total across any hemp products to no more than 10 mL a day.

Why the oil settles or separates

Seeing sediment at the bottom of the bottle, or the oil looking a little cloudy, is completely normal for a raw, unrefined, cold-pressed oil. It's natural hemp seed matter, not a fault. Give the bottle a good shake before each use. If it has thickened after refrigeration, lay it on its side, tap gently and shake - it's safe and part of how a natural oil behaves.

Storage & shelf life

Because hemp seed oil is rich in polyunsaturated fats, it's best kept away from light and heat, and it isn't for cooking.¹ Store it cool, dry and out of direct light, below 28 °C. Refrigerate after opening and use within two months. Refrigeration may thicken the oil, which is normal and not a fault.

When to talk to your vet

Adding a food supplement is usually straightforward, but it's always sensible to check with your vet before starting anything new if your dog has a health condition, takes medication, is pregnant or nursing, or if you're weighing up more than a simple diet change. Anything medical - or any question about CBD or cannabinoids (AU) - belongs with your vet; for cannabinoid questions specifically, start with the vet-guided Hemp Drops pathway.

Frequently asked questions

What is Hemp Nectar for dogs?

Hemp Nectar is HempPet's raw, cold-pressed hemp seed oil: a nutritional feed supplement with naturally occurring omega-3 (ALA) and omega-6 (including GLA). It's added to meals as part of a balanced diet to support skin, coat and everyday wellbeing. It is not CBD oil.

Is Hemp Nectar the same as CBD oil?

No. Hemp Nectar is pressed from hemp seeds and is a food supplement rich in omega fatty acids. CBD oil comes from the leaves and flowers and has a different composition and a vet-directed use in Australia. 

Is hemp seed oil good for dogs?

Hemp seed oil provides omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that support skin, coat and everyday wellbeing as part of a balanced diet. It's a simple way to add plant-based omegas to a dog's meals; it is a nutritional supplement, not a treatment.

How much Hemp Nectar should I give my dog?

Up to 1 mL per 5 kg of body weight per day, mixed into food or given directly. Start with a smaller amount for the first few days, then build up. Don't exceed 10 mL a day of total hemp oil across products.

How do I start my dog on it?

Go slow. Begin with a few drops for the first few days and increase gradually over one to two weeks. Slightly softer stools at first can be normal; if you see loose stools, ease back and increase more slowly.

Is Hemp Nectar safe for puppies and senior dogs?

It can be given to dogs of all ages in appropriate amounts as part of a balanced diet. Start small and follow the label feeding guide. If your dog has a health condition or takes medication, check with your vet first.

Why is there sediment at the bottom of the bottle?

It's natural hemp seed matter in an unrefined, cold-pressed oil. Shake the bottle well before each use. If it's firm after refrigeration, lay the bottle on its side, tap gently, then shake - it's safe and part of the oil.

How should I store Hemp Nectar?

Keep it cool, dry and out of direct light, below 28 °C. Refrigerate after opening and use within two months. Refrigeration may thicken the oil, which is normal and not a fault.