![]() ![]() If your dog learns that sometimes the car is for play, and sometimes for “work” then they don’t necessarily need to go on auto-hype the minute they get in the car. Desensitization can help tone down their energy level. If your dog gets so hyped up in the car that they are wearing themselves out, getting stressed, or maybe even destructive, then the car has become too stimulating for them. What to do if your dog is panting because they are too excited in the car If your dog still has a hard time, we recommend you work with a dog trainer who specializes in desensitization. For those who don’t, see if you can spot what exactly it is that is bothering your dog about the car and spend extra love and care around that area. As your dog becomes more comfortable with being inside the car, you can start the car’s engine and practice short trips around the block. You can also try playing fetch or tug-of-war with your dog inside the car using a toy or treat as a reward. You can place your dog’s food bowl on the car seat and feed them their meals while they’re inside the car. You will want to use similar techniques to help your pup get used to a ramp or stairs. Once your dog is comfortable eating the treat or playing with the toy while close to the car, you can try placing the treat or toy on the car seat and rewarding your dog for approaching the car. You can place a treat or toy far from the car and gradually decrease the distance between your dog and the car. Train your dog to see the car as a place that means good things will happen next Outside the Car Even with those though, it is best to monitor the car in case something unexpected happens. These can be a literal lifesaver and incredibly convenient. Some cars like a Tesla and their “dog mode” have climate controls that work even when you aren’t in the car. This is especially true when you are in desert climates like Joshua Tree or the tropics like Puerto Rico. It is best to keep your precious companion with you. When the car is not running, this can be a dangerous place for your dog. Use good ventilation and temperature controls when the car is running. Without air conditioning, cars can get insanely hot, very quickly even in the middle of winter. So when your dog is panting a lot in the car, and you think it is because they are hot, then you will definitely want to do something like a cooling mat to help cool them down. When a dog pants, it allows cool air to circulate over the moist surfaces inside its mouth and nose. Dogs don’t have sweat glands like humans, so panting is one of the ways they can release heat and cool down. If the car is warm or stuffy or the sun is shining on them, then they are probably trying to cool down. You definitely want to watch out for how to keep a dog cool in the car. ![]() 2) Your dog might be panting because they feel anxious or upset Some of the same skills for dealing with anxiety will also help if your dog gets too hyped in the car. If they can’t calm themselves down, their body stays amped up, and on longer trips, they can dehydrate and exhaust themselves. ![]() Sometimes, though they can be overstimulated or TOO excited. There isn’t anything quite like that relaxed, wide dog grin that they get when in the middle of something they really enjoy. Panting helps to cool them down and keep their body temperature at a healthy level.ĭogs also pant when they are happy. When dogs get excited, their hearts beat faster, and they breathe more quickly. They are panting eagerly for the car doors to open like the pearly gates to a dog park, hike, or favorite field. They are just hyped about the possibility of an adventure. For our dogs, a trip in the car usually means something amazing is about to happen. One of the most common reasons a dog pants is because they are just excited. ![]()
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