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Canines can suffer from car sickness just like people. Motion sickness can cause pet owners who love to travel to become weary. The fact that car sickness can be avoided for most dogs is good news. Let’s looks at how car sickness for dogs can be eased or prevented .

Car travel should be eased into. When they’re young, dogs are more susceptible to car sickness. Particularly susceptible are puppies. Gradually present your dog to car travel just as you would socialize your puppy by easing them into new situations. Ensure they have lots of fresh air, a view out the front window and keep them in the front passenger seat if at all possible. Make sure the first couple of trips are short trips to help your puppy get used to riding in a car.

Anxiety should be alleviated. One of the reasons some canines suffer from car sickness is because they’re fearful or uncertain of the trip. And, no wonder they are tense , if their first couple of journeys in a car are to a veterinarian. Instead, ensure their first couple of trips in the car are to pleasureable places like the dog park or to take a hike.

Consider a car set or car carrier. Motion is one of the reasons for car sickness, so a car carrier or car set helps your dog stay put while the car is in motion. Of course, it’s also important to drive carefully and don’t take corners like Jeff Gordon on a NASCAR track.

Food should be limited right before the journey. Do not let them eat just before the car ride, but make sure your dog has a decent meal a few hours before the trip. This will make sure any food they’ve eaten has been sufficiently digested. Being too famished can also make them sick , so ensure they do not have an empty stomach and have eaten a good meal a few hours prior .

Lots of fresh air is necessary in the car. This actually accomplishes a couple of things. The fresh air helps to calm their stomach and it distracts them. The new scents from the fresh air pouring into the car will keep your dog busy identifying them.

Make sure your dog is hydrated. Both during and after a car trip , it is important for dogs to have enough water in their system, as well as before. Dehydration can make car sickness much worse.

You should stop frequently . You should ensure that you schedule frequent pit stops, for trips lasting more than an hour, so your dog can relieve himself and exercise his legs. This will decrease their anxiety and improve their overall comfort making it easier to control dog car sickness.

And finally, consider herbal remedies like Bach’s Flower Essences or ginger, like ginger snaps or ginger treats, to diminish your dog’s car sickness.Natural remedies like this can be great for many things from preventing car sickness to controlling shedding.

It is not necessary for your K-9 to have to suffer from car sickness. By careful planning and preparation, and following a few simple steps, you can ensure your dog will have a safe and enjoyable trip whenever you hit the road.