How can I keep my dog from getting car sick?
While some dogs may truly get motion sickness from riding in cars, the more likely cause of your dog’s sickness is nervousness. Your dog may have a fear of the noise, the motion, or simply not knowing what is happening. If your dog shakes, drools or vomits when being taken for rides in the car, make the experience more enjoyable for her by soothing her, offering praise and rewards, and taking baby steps toward getting her more comfortable in your vehicle.Positive ReinforcementMake car rides a fun time for your dog. Help him associate car rides with happy feelings by offering small treats and praise both before and after car rides. Reassure him during the ride if he seems nervous.Baby StepsTake small steps toward getting your dog accustomed to car rides. Begin by getting your dog into the car while the motor is turned off. After he is comfortable with this, start putting him in the car with the motor turned on. For the first week, you may want to have the car already started so the sudd
