Riding in cars So Oliver has decided all of a sudden that he doesn't like riding in the car. He gets very nervous, mouth open wide, tongue out, etc. No idea why. He did fine before, has had no bad experiences, no vet visits since his neuter at 6 months. And we have an 8 hour (each way) trip coming up in late June. sigh..... |
How often do you take him in the car? I take my Yorkie everyday in the car, sometimes 4 times a day we go somewhere in the car. I got him 2 months ago and had no idea how he would be. He would shake when we got in the car but after a few minutes he would calm down. We would go pick up the kids from school or we would go to Lowe's and walk around. After about 2 weeks he quit shaking. I would suggest just taking him in the car all the time on short trips, and whenever you can take him on a longer trip as well and just go back home and let him see that car rides are fun. Good luck! I love being able to take mine in the car. I can take him to my mom's house that is 1 1/2 hours away and stay for an hour and go back home and he is fine. We will be making a 12 hour trip in a couple weeks, but I think he will be just fine. |
We go for short rides every few days. To drop my son off, pick up my husband, etc. This week he got so bad I had to put him in his bag to come home. I guess we'll be working on it. LOL |
Have you tried a booster seat, he'll be elevated, able to see out of the window. His anxiety may be from being confined in back seat, not able to see anything but the back of the seats. It's worth a shot if you haven't tried one. A small investment of maybe $25./$30. Pet Smart, Pet supplies , if it doesn't work out can be returned. |
He doesn't ride in the backseat. He usually rides on my lap, and can look out if he wants. There isn't room for a booster seat if there are 2 of us in the car. I used to have one and loved it, but got really tired of moving it every time. If I have to put him in a crate to ride, then he rides in the backseat. Now I rarely go anywhere by myself except the grocery store, where he can't go. :) |
After Emma hadn't been in the car for a few weeks, she was unsure and nervous as well. But since taking her on short trips with us, she's back to enjoying the car ride. Practice a bit and I'm sure he'll be fine for the 8 hour rd trip. |
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1 Attachment(s) I use a booster seat for Sunni, and she's pretty happy in it. It does allow her to look out the window, but most of the time if its a lot of driving she ends up snoozing. The one I got folds up pretty easily and it can go over and head rests, front seat if its just me and her. back seat if others in the car, and facing backwards in the cargo area if the car is full of people. NJ has gotten really strict about not having dogs restrained (another reason to fine us, lol) So, I don't have a choice if I want her to come with me. Which I usually do.Attachment 404857 |
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I won't restrain my dogs in the car unless they are interfering with driving. I was in a wreck, gas tank ruptured, frame bent so back door wouldn't open, and my 8 year old son was trapped in the backseat, while I was standing in gas up to my ankles. I won't use child safety locks either, as that was why he couldn't open the other back door himself. This was a three car wreck, I was in the middle, and had to run around two cars to get to the other side and get him out. I was an EMT and responded to many wrecks, I know all about seat belt safety, but I won't restrain the dog. Everything needs to be considered and our life experiences effect all of our decisions. :) |
The other suggestion I have then Jackie, if my first wasn't helpful is, I saw online is a backseat barrier. It will keep the pets in the backseat but doesn't restrain them in anyway. |
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It is a good idea to take your pet in the car on a regular basis in order to keep them accustomed to the procedure. A puppy will usually adjust well if it is taken in the car a couple of times a week. Strange situations can send some dogs into a tizzy especially if they associate it with a bad experience. I had one dog that hated going to the vet and knew when we got on a particular road that we were headed somewhere he didn't want to go. Putting you dog in a secure place in the car will also help his fear factor. Some dogs prefer a carrier while some like having a special dog car seat that helps them to see out the window. Either way it is best to have them belted in securely so they cannot wander or be thrown should you get in an accident or have to put your foot on the break quickly. |
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