In this episode, Aria and Dr. Glenn share practical tips for travelling safely and comfortably with your dog — from short drives to long road trips. They cover how to prepare dogs for travel, reduce anxiety and car sickness, keep them secure in vehicles, and plan ahead for comfort, rest stops, and emergencies. The conversation also touches on crate versus harness safety, motion sickness solutions, anxiety aids, and smart preparation for both puppies and adult dogs before hitting the road.
Listener Highlights
- Prepare your dog gradually for travel — start with short trips before long drives or holidays.
- Use proper restraints: crates or crash-tested harnesses are safest; never travel with a dog on your lap or in the front seat.
- Dogs in utes must always be securely tied or crated with protection from heat, wind, and flying debris.
- For motion sickness: avoid feeding before travel, try ginger or vet-prescribed anti-nausea medication (e.g. Serenia).
- To ease anxiety: use training, Adaptil sprays, Thundershirts, or calming supplements like Zylkene — avoid outdated sedatives.
- Plan breaks every 1–2 hours for water, toilet, and stretching; avoid dog-heavy rest stops if travelling with unvaccinated puppies.
- Pack essentials: water, food, bedding, poop bags, and know vet locations along your route.
- Keep windows closed — letting dogs hang their heads out can cause eye or ear injuries and is unsafe.
Jump to a Section
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 00:00 – 01:55 | Introduction — travelling with dogs, safety and comfort considerations. |
| 01:55 – 04:51 | Preparing dogs for travel: training, short trips, packing, and comfort items. |
| 04:52 – 06:59 | Restraint options: crates vs harnesses, avoiding front seats, legal requirements. |
| 06:59 – 09:00 | Dogs in utes: safety, shade, heat, and avoiding injuries from wind and debris. |
| 09:02 – 11:46 | Car sickness: causes, prevention, feeding schedules, and anti-nausea options. |
| 11:47 – 15:56 | Anxiety management: calming aids, pheromone sprays, supplements, and vet-prescribed options. |
| 17:12 – 18:24 | During the trip: chew toys, Kongs, cleaning tips, and regular rest breaks. |
| 18:24 – 21:56 | Exercise, safe toilet stops for unvaccinated puppies, and travel hygiene. |
| 21:59 – 23:32 | Planning ahead: vet contact info, emergency preparedness, and safe rest locations. |
| 23:32 – 24:58 | Risks of letting dogs hang out car windows and common travel hazards. |
| 24:58 – 25:06 | Final thoughts and listener invite to share dog road trip photos. |
General advice only. Always consult your veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.