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PUPPY TALK
SUMMER TRAVEL WITH THE DOG
- ANXIETY AND CARSICKNESS
S
ummer is almost in the vehicle. Plan for excessively, dip his paws
here and with it, plenty of stops at rest areas in cool water. This will help
summer vacation. to let your dog walk and get him to cool down. Wetting
Many families will some fresh air and water. a towel and using it to wet
be taking the dog with them his chest and neck will also
and driving long distances. keep him secure before you help.
While a lot of dogs love a car open the vehicle door. When
ride, some dogs get anxious he is stressed and scared have had success with
while traveling and become from travel, he will want to giving their dog Dramamine
carsick. It can be stressful escape and will be harder to or a calming supplement
for them. control. Additionally, allow before starting to travel. A
extra time in case you have thundershirt can also help
with a dog can also be difficulties getting him back calm your dog. Talk to your
challenging for you, in the vehicle. vet to see what medications
allow extra time to get to and dosages are safe to give
your destination and be won’t drink when they are your pet before you travel.
prepared. Two of the biggest stressed. Heat can cause With proper planning and
problems for dogs when dehydration, exacerbating they travel during long the problem. One trick is car rides are anxiety and if you see him panting preparations, your travels
can be easier for both you
and your pet.

While traveling
dehydration. When your
dog is anxious, he might be
restless. He might become
dehydrated, pant heavily,
drool excessively, and
vomit. Other signs include
defecation, whining and
other vocalization, and
trembling.

When a dog gets
sick in a vehicle, it is never
any fun. Try to keep him as
comfortable as possible. If
the weather is hot, keep the
air in the vehicle on high for
your dog to be comfortable
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Many dogs
Many dog owners