Why Your Dog Suddenly Hates the Car 🚗

About this episode

Dr. Randy and Olivia discuss the reasons behind dogs developing car anxiety and how to help them feel safe again.

Is your dog suddenly shaking, drooling, or refusing to get into the car? In this episode, Dr. Randy Aronson and his cohost, Olivia Sacci, explore why dogs who once loved car rides suddenly develop car anxiety. From hidden pain like osteoarthritis to "single-event learning" after a scary moment on the road, they break down the most common triggers and how you can help your pet feel safe again using "baby steps" and holistic support. Whether it’s motion sickness, vision changes like cataracts, ...

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Randy Aronson

Guest: Olivia Sacci

Topics covered

• dog anxiety
• car rides
• pet health
• holistic support
• motion sickness

Keywords

• dog car anxiety
• pet behavior
• car rides
• holistic pet care
• motion sickness

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