Labor Day is almost here and folks are rushing to take the last road trips of the season. If taking the dog along, it helps to ensure you and he are prepared for the possibility of motion sickness. The exact mechanism of motion sickness it not well understood, but it is likely linked to the centers of the brain that control balance and process motion, according to Daniel Edge, DVM, MBA, director of specialty operations at Zoetis.
Source: Travel + Leisure, June 25, 2018. Link. “The best place to start is always with your veterinarian – they can evaluate your travel plans and the history of the dog to ensure they are best protected against disease no matter where you travel,” Edge says. “Just as you may like to make packing lists for yourself, don’t forget to make one for your best friend!”
INSIGHTS: This article makes a worthwhile end-of-summer website link and social media post. It can also be repeated during the winter holidays.