We have a small dog and it gets sea-sick. The vet says leave it at home. Does anyone know of a way to help this situation? I would appreciate any help. Thanks in advance. Tom
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Tell it...
Tell it that it's seasickness is all in it's head. That should take care of the problem. Seriously, though, maybe some ginger? Don't know if ginger is safe for pets (I would think that it is). I tried going a search, but it's hard weeding through all the links about dogs named "Ginger". I did find one link that the owner regularly feeds their dog ginger. http://www.sagekeep.com/dogdiets2.htm
Tell it that it's seasickness is all in it's head. That should take care of the problem. Seriously, though, maybe some ginger? Don't know if ginger is safe for pets (I would think that it is). I tried going a search, but it's hard weeding through all the links about dogs named "Ginger". I did find one link that the owner regularly feeds their dog ginger. http://www.sagekeep.com/dogdiets2.htm
Typical sea sickness remedies for humans work
on dogs. The 'standard' veterinary advice/dosage for the common remedies (dramamines, bonine, etc.) is up to 25mg/dog every 12 hours (but usually has to be 'hidden' in food, etc.) As equally important .... To relieve the 'anxiety' that accompanies mal-de-mar, valium @ 2-10mg/dog (dog size/wt. dependent) at 8-24 hrs. will take the "edge off'. Start with the minimum dose and work your way 'up' if needed but no more than 10mg. Just like humans, keeping the pet on deck, and 'stimulated' etc. will/may help plus gradual 'introduction' ... longer and longer trips until the dog gets its sea legs. I 'distract' my setter easily by "where are the ducks?' .... and she will scan the water for hours looking for ducks, etc. Her harness is arranged to attach to the same jackline that I use - keeps 'everyone' onboard. Of course, this is what I dose MY dog when needed but you should consult a 'knowedgeable' vet for concurrance/approval of the above. My vet 'bible'/source for onboard care for my dog is: "Wilderness Veterinary Companion for Cruisers and other outbackers" by David W. LaVigne ISBN 1-4116-6975-4 www.lulu.com/captdrdave
on dogs. The 'standard' veterinary advice/dosage for the common remedies (dramamines, bonine, etc.) is up to 25mg/dog every 12 hours (but usually has to be 'hidden' in food, etc.) As equally important .... To relieve the 'anxiety' that accompanies mal-de-mar, valium @ 2-10mg/dog (dog size/wt. dependent) at 8-24 hrs. will take the "edge off'. Start with the minimum dose and work your way 'up' if needed but no more than 10mg. Just like humans, keeping the pet on deck, and 'stimulated' etc. will/may help plus gradual 'introduction' ... longer and longer trips until the dog gets its sea legs. I 'distract' my setter easily by "where are the ducks?' .... and she will scan the water for hours looking for ducks, etc. Her harness is arranged to attach to the same jackline that I use - keeps 'everyone' onboard. Of course, this is what I dose MY dog when needed but you should consult a 'knowedgeable' vet for concurrance/approval of the above. My vet 'bible'/source for onboard care for my dog is: "Wilderness Veterinary Companion for Cruisers and other outbackers" by David W. LaVigne ISBN 1-4116-6975-4 www.lulu.com/captdrdave
I'm with Paul
I have a little dog, too. She gets seasick when it's rough. So, she doesn't go except on calm days, and has a ball just like the rest of us.
I have a little dog, too. She gets seasick when it's rough. So, she doesn't go except on calm days, and has a ball just like the rest of us.
sedative
for flying and such activities many vet's proscribe a very mild sedative. you might ask if this would help with seasickness as well.
for flying and such activities many vet's proscribe a very mild sedative. you might ask if this would help with seasickness as well.
Getting used to it
I am a private pilot, The first several times i went flying i got a little motion sick. However I suppose that dogs, like humans, would adapt to their surroundings over time. As an example, I dont get airsick anymore in light aircraft in bumpy weather. Does anyone know if the same is true for dogs? Perhaps just keeping him entertained on deck, in a place that is cooler than the cabin, will do it. Or maybe there is a way to train him to look at the horizon???
I am a private pilot, The first several times i went flying i got a little motion sick. However I suppose that dogs, like humans, would adapt to their surroundings over time. As an example, I dont get airsick anymore in light aircraft in bumpy weather. Does anyone know if the same is true for dogs? Perhaps just keeping him entertained on deck, in a place that is cooler than the cabin, will do it. Or maybe there is a way to train him to look at the horizon???
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our dog used to get car sick
So we gave it a small dose of Gravol. That worked well, but he slept most of the time after that!
So we gave it a small dose of Gravol. That worked well, but he slept most of the time after that!
Ginger??
I agree with dodge..I would try ginger..it works great on humans and it would help out on the doggie breathe. I am not sure if it is safe for dogs but that should be easy enough to find out.
I agree with dodge..I would try ginger..it works great on humans and it would help out on the doggie breathe. I am not sure if it is safe for dogs but that should be easy enough to find out.
Hmmmmmmmm......
My 35# dog has been with me all through the refurbising process, hanging out in the v-berth and watching intently. Now that the boat is in use, he craps out in the pilot's berth portside aft. I give him ginger in his meat-treats and he's pretty well OK, unless it's pretty rough and then I'm right there with a bucket for myself. The thing is, he get's car sick on the way to the marina (we go over a nicely twisty mountain), Go figger! Nebo PS, he's really good at keeping Mama's feet warm at night.
My 35# dog has been with me all through the refurbising process, hanging out in the v-berth and watching intently. Now that the boat is in use, he craps out in the pilot's berth portside aft. I give him ginger in his meat-treats and he's pretty well OK, unless it's pretty rough and then I'm right there with a bucket for myself. The thing is, he get's car sick on the way to the marina (we go over a nicely twisty mountain), Go figger! Nebo PS, he's really good at keeping Mama's feet warm at night.
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