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Originally Posted by texas*princess
I have to agree that drugging your dog is not the answer. There is obviously something wrong with your dog... if you're just going to mask the symptoms by drugging the dog, what's the point?
Also, if money is an issue, I'm not sure why buying prescription drugs to sedate your dog is even an option...those cost money 
Like someone else mentioned - maybe you can get someone to walk the dog... if you're worried he will have to hold his bladder for 10-11 hrs, take the time to train him on doggie pads to use while you are gone. |
Let's leave the dog at home alone all day instead of giving it a 1/2 a valium to reduce its anxiety for a car ride?
There is nothing cruel about providing relief to a dog. I would think someone a better dog owner who is trying to give the dog human interaction during the day than someone who prefers to leave a dog at home with puppy pads even though they could take it to their parents.
Generic valium or ace pills? Cheap. Hours of training? Not so cheap.
Pills? Will provide some definite relief to the dog. Training? Might work, might not.
I don't know about you, but the dog walkers here charge $10-15 per day...
I am not sure why people think it is cruel to medicate dogs who are averse to certain objects.
Behavior modification IS a great thing. But, not everything can be cured. And, medication is a valuable source of relief for many dogs.