Getting your dog out on a long car trip is not as simple as opening the door and let them jump in. Make sure that your dog is road-ready with this comprehensive tips.
If It's His First Time
Some people think that dogs are acclimated to car rides. But the truth is it is a stressful and a scary experience for them. As a result, they tend to whine or bark the entire time or worse become car sick. Your dog's first time could be a traumatizing experience if you haven't trained your dog for car rides.
Here are some tips to help your dog get used to riding in the car:
- If he's a puppy, take them to car rides right away. Getting them on car rides early makes it easier for them to be acclimated on car rides.
- If they're old, patience is the key. Start by getting them be familiar with your car. Don't let them in, but give them an idea that car rides are fun. When he starts to get in on their own, that's the time to take them on short trips. A trip around the block is a good start then increase the distance little by little.
- During the ride, give them a couple of treats to reward them for doing a good job. Also, bring along their favorite toy and drive them to places they would enjoy.
- Keep the rides short and positive. A negative association with car rides are places or experiences that make your dog feel unpleasant. For example, if he has experience