Doggie car sickness

No breakfast + keeping the back windows open seem to be the ticket for miss Casper. She did just fine on the drive there and back.

Thanks so much for the tips!

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I came on for the same issue with a 5 month old Yorkie. We start our travels on Monday. We have tried keeping him in his carrier, riding on our lap, window down... So far nothing seems to work.

My next road trip is for Thanksgiving. The vet prescribed Cerenia in case the other tips don't work. I've also been taking the pup for regular drives on curvy roads, and she seems fine as long as there is a window open. Hopefully this trip is more comfortable for her. (I get sea sick myself, so I know how miserable it is.)

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How much Dramamine do you use per pound? I have a 10 pound Chi mix that I foster and he does not do well in cars. I have yet to try the RV.

Dramamine. We have been using it 30 minutes before we leave home with our 13 yo chibeagle. She has always got carsick. Works great

I've seen those seat cover things. I need to see if they will fit my truck.

Thanks for the things to try. I feel bad for the poor girl!

Our Macy got car sick on even a short 30 min ride. Once I put a Pet Seat Cover in she was much better. This cover connects to the headrests on the Back Seat and the Head Rests on the Front Seats. This way they can not slide off the seat. I think this allowed her to be more comfortable and feel safer which lead to a calmer tummy.

Petsmart sells them.

Agree they usually grow out of it, and good advise not to feed before trips if possible. As a natural remedy, you can try ginger tablet. It's known to calm the stomach. I'd check with a vet on its use, and dosage first, just in case. Good luck.

There are several meds that can help, some OTC other prescription. Consult your vet for appropriate med and dose. These are pretty effective in treating car sickness.

Doug, DVM