Traveling with your pet is one of the most beautiful experiences in the world, but if your ARISTODOG or ARISTOCAT is not used to car travel, the trip can be a bit uncomfortable and they might end up getting carsick. To avoid this problem, we give you some small tips so your dog or cat can have a peaceful trip.
The most important thing before taking any trip with our pet is to make sure they are in good health. It is advisable to visit the vet and check that all their vaccinations are up to date.
When you pack your bags, don't forget to prepare things for your ARISTOPET. Bring their bed, a blanket, and a toy, so that when you arrive at your destination, they feel comfortable. It is also necessary to carry all their documentation in order.
A car trip can be a positive or negative experience for our pet, so we must try to make it a pleasant journey for both them and us. We must prevent every time they get in the car from being associated with bad experiences or unpleasant places.
Puppies and younger dogs normally get carsick more often, but it also occurs in adult dogs. Some symptoms to detect that the dog is carsick are: excessive drooling, inactivity, a lot of yawning, vomiting, and in some cases, diarrhea.
What can we do to prevent our dog from getting carsick?
- Most importantly, make the trip as comfortable as possible for them and, of course, check that they are safe in the vehicle according to DGT regulations. To help them enjoy the trip, prevent your dog from getting stressed; don't play the music too loud, as it could bother them.
- Ask a veterinarian what kind of products you can give them for motion sickness and nausea.
- Before taking a long trip, gradually accustom them with short trips. Try going to places they like and that relax them. This way, they will associate the trip with good experiences.
- Prevent them from looking sideways or out the window. If they look forward, it will be more comfortable and safer for them.
- Find a special toy for the car.
- Keep them well hydrated.
- Roll down the windows a bit to let in some air or turn on the air conditioning.
- Make stops to rest and let them relieve themselves.
- Do not feed them before getting in the car. If you are going on a long trip, it's better if they have nothing in their stomach.
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