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How to stop my dog crying from car anxiety on long road trips?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 10 months and 28 days old | 10 lbs

We are going on a road trip thats about seven hours long tomorrow, my dog often gets neverous in the car and doesn’t stop crying. Is there anything i can do/give her to keep her calm?

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

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Published on July 6th, 2018

I apologize - I accidently hit submit too soon. You need to determine if she is anxious or if she is feeling carsick as well leading to anxiety. There are medications available by prescription that can help but if you don't have time for a vet appointment in the morning, that may not help this trip. I would recommend discussing with Maia's vet for future road trips. Here's a bit more info https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/motion-sickness-in-dogs Melatonin may help some dogs with car sickness. . . https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/melatonin/#! Best of luck on tomorrow's trip.

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    Thanks for using PetCoach. Adaptil can help dogs that are experiencing anxiety. There are sprays and wipes you can use on her and in her carrier. Many pet stores and veterinarians may have this available. https://www.adaptil.com/us#redirected It is important to determine if she is

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