How old is Puddles? A doggy car seat helped Max tremendously. He still cried a little, but he wasn't panicked. He stopped crying altogether when he was about 1.5 years old. Car seats also double as great beds when traveling, a familiar item that brings comfort to the pup. Bring it into the hotel or wherever you are staying.
If a car seat doesn't solve the problem, I would talk to your vet about trying something like Rescue Remedy or Ark Naturals Happy traveler, or another all natural aid to help eliminate anxiety.
You can also do training exercises where you change your routine relative to car rides, keep practicing with shorter trips and when you return home, give Puddles a little treat. Make everything a happy experience and eventually Puddles will love the car.
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