Helping a dog who is afraid of the car
Why some dogs fear car rides and how to help: step by step desensitization, travel sickness tips, safe restraint and when to talk to your vet.
Training program · 4 levels · 10 steps
Life Skills: Muzzle and Travel
Vet visits, car trips and a muzzle they don't mind.
Vet visits, car trips and a muzzle your dog doesn't mind: practical skills that make life calmer for both of you.
Good for
- Dogs who get stressed in the car
- Vet visit nerves
- Dogs who need a muzzle in some places
How it works
Levels unlock in order, so you always know what to practice next. Each step is a short lesson, a command with a rep counter, a game or a guide. Finish a step anywhere in the app and it counts here too.
The path
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Muzzle
- Muzzle, Your Safety NetLesson
- Choose the Perfect MuzzleLesson
- Nose in, treatPractice
Read first
When your dog can't come along
How to choose between a pet sitter, boarding kennel or family when you travel without your dog, and how to prepare them for a calm stay.
Road trips with your dog
How to prepare for a road trip with your dog: car safety, a packing checklist, breaks, heat safety and keeping a nervous traveler calm.
