Why Your Pet Hates Car Rides (And What You Can Do About It)

Mr N Mrs Pet24 Feb, 2026Other

For a lot of pet owners, car rides can be more stressful than fun. Maybe your dog pants, whines, or won't get in the car at all. Your cat might treat the carrier like it's the worst thing ever. If this sounds familiar, you're not the only one. Pets often dislike car rides for real physical and emotional reasons. Understanding these reasons is the first step to making travel easier.