Next, buy an Adaptil collar, Adaptil spray (both are a ‘knock off’ of a calming pheromone) and a Thundershirt, a vest that fits snuggly around a dog’s chest.

Another alternative is the Adaptil calming collar. It can be purchased on Amazon or at Petsmart. “The Adaptil collar is a collar that your pet can wear for 30 days.

Here’s what you do: Take your dog (with that Adaptil collar and perhaps a Thundershirt) to the car with a favorite toy. Open the back door to the back seat and periodically toss a favorite toy ...