Some dogs love to go on car rides. They can’t wait to jump in the car, sit in their ‘favorite’ seat and head down the road. Other dogs, however, may have anxiety over the idea of going on a car ride. This often occurs because the dog associates the car ride with something negative such as a vet visit or a trip to the groomers. You can help your dog overcome his anxiety by taking smaller car rides to fun locations such as the dog park, a relative’s house, or even to the drive thru pharmacy or bank where he may get a dog treat from the teller. These are all fun and positive rides that he can learn to associate the car with. You can also allow your dog to roam around the car when it’s not moving. Let him sniff and smell and explore so he can see there is nothing to worry about. For more tips, contact your vet Savannah, GA.
