Most cats will most likely have to ride a cat once or twice in their lifetime. Whether you are taking him to the hospital, to a cat show, or on a trip. So we must have a good understanding of cats’ motion sickness.

Cats have different symptoms of motion sickness, depending on how nauseous they are.

Symptoms may include:

Foaming at the mouth, drooling, meowing, vomiting, diarrhea

The following common sense knowledge can help cats overcome motion sickness to a certain extent.

1. Travel on an empty stomach

Before setting off, starve for six to eight hours to reduce vomiting.

Remove food before your cat goes to bed early and wakes up.

2. Let the cat drink water

Although it is best to eat on an empty stomach, it may be better for some cats to just eat a little, and some cats will avoid nausea after eating a little. You need to experiment and personalize it based on the actual situation.

3. Take a break

Although some cats can ride in a car for several hours without any problem. But just like people, they will get tired after sitting in the car for a long time, so taking a rest for an hour or two will greatly alleviate the motion sickness reaction of cats. At this time, you can see if the cat wants to drink water.

4. Sit in the front row

The front row is relatively less rocky, so it may be helpful to let the cat sit in the front row.

5. Look out the window

Some cats, like people, are less likely to get motion sickness when they can see the passing scenery.

　6. Breathe fresh air

Fresh air is good for anyone feeling a little motion sick, and cats can do the same.

7. Motion sickness medicine

A dose of tranquilizer can help.

For Haining, take 12.5 mg before traveling. It is best to check the dosage with your veterinarian before use.

Acepromazine has anti-nausea properties and is generally effective in cats.

Prescription antihistamines can also reduce nausea in some cats.

8. Change the cat’s attitude towards travel

​Sometimes the best way to deal with motion sickness is to try to change his attitude about car travel. You can sit in the car and hold him before traveling, and give him a snack or a toy. First make a circle in front of your home and gradually increase the distance. When the cat associates riding in a car with happiness, the pressure will become very small and there will not be too much motion sickness. This training actually needs to start when the cat is young.

Things to prepare

Before your cat gets over the symptoms of motion sickness, be prepared to deal with the symptoms. This includes:

1. Provide the cat with a cage large enough so that he can stretch and relax.

2. Prepare tissues to clean up drooling and possible vomiting.

3. Provide the cat with a litter box in the car.

4. Dry cleaning spray, just in case.

5. Spare towels or blankets.