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Dog Behavior Article
Brief Tip: Dog Car Sickness
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Week 1: Recondition by doing 10 sits, 10 downs and 5 mintue stays in the car without the car moving or being on, with all the doors open, two times a day, 10 repitions, followed by playing the dog's favorite game in the yard afterwards. Do this for 1 week.
Week 2: Same as above, but either turn on or turn off the motor or drive in and out of driveway, but no further.
Week 3: Same as above, but drive slowly around block and back.
Week 4: Go to a nearby park, play on a 20 foot leash for 20 minutes, go in car, drive 6 feet, stop, go out and play, and repeat this 4 times.
Starting Week 5: Go for longer and longer trips.
That should do it.
You can also consult with your vet on some anti-nausea meds.
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