I posted earlier about using the Thundershirt during car rides to alleviate Anika's excitement. I have also used a herbal calming medication provided by a friend. Neither works for her.
I have come to the conclusion that the barking is excitement, not anxiety. She doesn't like to sit still either, even though I have her in a seat belt. If I didn't use the seat belt, she would be in the front seat trying to paw at me, which is definitely a recipe for disaster.
I have more or less thrown up my hands in resignation to her barking and don't take her for many car rides. I think the only solution at this point may be to hire a professional trainer to come offer some help.
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