How much Dramamine can I give my 17lb dog for flight anxiety?

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My dog has to fly on a float plane. Last time she was pretty stressed. I’m wondering if I can sedate her with Benadryl or gravel. But don’t know the dose. She weighs 17lbs. Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Female | spayed | 9 years old | 17 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Benadryl will not likely work but you can try Dramamine (NOT the non-drowsy kind). Be sure to give it at least one hour prior to travel and give it when she is not excited or stressed. The dose for a 17# dog would be 1.5 of the 50mg tablets. If you have the chance give it to her a few days before to see how she reacts to it. If she is not quite drowsy enough your can go up to 2 full tablets. Here is an information sheet on the drug with side effects listed. Please read it. ( https://www.petplace.com/article/drug-library/drug-library/library/dimenhydrinate-dramamine-for-dogs-and-cats/ ) Hope this helps. If you have more questions you can always opt for a private consultation where we can chat back and forth. That way you can ask as many questions as you'd like. Best wishes.

How much Dramamine can I give my 17lb dog for flight anxiety?

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