Dr. Ernies tips to combat motion sickness-- ALWAYS CK w/VET FIRST -- THANK YOU :) Many pets experience nausea, anxiety and stress when riding in cars. Both natural remedies and conventional medications are available. To calm a nervous stomach, try these suggestions: Remedies Tea or powder mixed with dry food is good for dogs or cats. Curing Pills A Chinese herb found at high-quality health stores. A medium dog would take about ¼ vial mixed in warm water every three to four hours. Lavender Oil Try a few drops on a cloth in the car or crate. Melatonin May help some dogs and cats with travel anxiety. Dog Appeasing Pheromone (DAP) A calming pheromone derived from a compound secreted in mothers milk to relax nursing pups. Feliway A similar product for cats. Medications Dramamine or Meclizine A 20 pound dog should be given about 50-mg an hour before travel. Benadryl Helps many stressed pets. Small dogs and cats should receive 12.5-mg every 4 to 8 hours and larger dogs should be started at 25-mg. Cerenia 1 dose lasts 24 hours.consumerreports.org/cro/2011/05/safe-road-tripping-with-pets/index.htm
Posted on: Tue, 04 Nov 2014 12:03:08 +0000
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