>
>
>
The need has arisen to transport our dog on an airplane (will be in cabin), a first for our dog. He can get very anxious in new surroundings and doesn't have patience to sit still very long. Is there a safe OTC supplement or medication to give him to calm him for the trip? I've heard Benadryl is an option but I don't just want to give him dose of medication meant for humans and hope it works the way I want it to.
Updated On April 16th, 2020
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 3 years and 11 months old | 29 lbs
Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM 105
Veterinarian
This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.
View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.
You can give Dramamine which would be better than Benadryl. Regular Dramamine, not non-drowsy. The active ingredient should be dimenhydrinate. Dogs take a higher dose than humans do so don't be alarmed. It is 4mg per pound of body weight so at about 30 pounds he needs 120mg. They come in 50mg tablets. So, I would give two tablets (100mg). Do a trial at home first with the medication to see how it affects him. When traveling it is recommended to give it at least one hour (90-120 minutes would be best) prior to leaving the HOUSE. You can re-dose it every 8 hours as needed. Again, please try it at home first to see how he does with it.
1Pet Parents found this answer helpful
Other Answers
Sponsored
Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!
Earn 2X Pals Rewards points at Petco
when you use Petco Pay!