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Moving with a cat: When and how much Benadryl for car anxiety?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 7 lbs

How far in advance should I give my cat Benadryl for a car ride? We are moving. Also how much liquid Benadryl do I give them

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on November 25th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! When using products like Benadryl to reduce anxiety and to help sedate the patient a bit, I prefer using them 15-30 minutes before. We unfortunately cannot prescribe a specific dose of a medication as this requires a patient doctor relationship which requires an in-person evaluation. However, this is something your veterinarian could prescribe as they have evaluated her. Keep in mind that Benadryl is not commonly used in cats for this purpose. I would recommend another product such as Feliway which you can find online or over the counter at your local pet store and this is likely going to be effective for this purpose. Best of luck!

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    Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    I am very sorry, but we are not in a position legally to give out dosages. In order to do legally so we would have to have a patient-veterinarian-owner relationship with you. You should contact your vet's office for a recommendation as your veterinarian also knows your dog and the potential risks for your dog receiving this medication.

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