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How to help a car sick dog? Is Dramamine safe or are there alternatives?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year old | 43.3 lbs

My dog gets car sick on long car rides and we are going to be taking a trip on Monday. Am I able to give her Dramamine to help or is there something else I can give her to help her be more comfortable?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 16th, 2018

Try feeding her some ginger capsules, that usually takes away the nausea. And when you are not on a trip, start getting her used to driving in the car. Feed her in the car, go on 3-5 minute drives, slowly extending the time. This usually helps getting the dog used to being on a trip.

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