When you get a puppy, you probably imagine car rides as something that your new pet will eagerly look forward to. Perhaps you even have plans to enjoy long road trips with your pup and are excited for the spontaneous adventures that you can embark on with your animal bestie. But unfortunately, just like humans, some dogs suffer from carsickness, which can make even short drives difficult.
If you find yourself dealing with a puke-y puppy or a dog that (eek) can’t control their bowels while in the car, don’t fret. There are ways that you can help your baby pup become more comfortable and adjust to the bumpy conditions so that they’ll eventually look forward to your short drives and long road trips together.
From preventing the issue before it begins to desensitizing your dog to the conditions they’ll face in the car, treatments that your vet can suggest and home remedies that you may want to try, read on to find out how you can deal with a carsick puppy.