How do I get my dog to calm down in the car?

Stephanie (Midge1229)

My American Eskimo is very anxious in the car too, Benadryl helps but is just not enough for him. I'm sorry for your situation because I can relate.
I don't know what kind of vehicle you have, but perhaps, if it would fit, putting your dog in a crate in the car would help. She wouldn't be able to see the landmarks flying by and may not feel so enticed to jump or bark at them. Dogs usually bark at things that make them feel uncomfortable as a way of alerting others (though they also will bark when they're really excited/happy). I'm curious if your dog hates car rides and is going crazy to make it stop or if she loves them so much that she can't contain herself.
How much Benadryl are you giving? Maybe you could up her dose and that might have a more desirable effect; the dose is recommended of 1 mg per pound of your pet's weight.
Talk to your vet about prescription sedatives to use when you're going to take her on long car rides, they work well in most situations as they're more "heavy-duty" and your vet can help you find the right medicine for your dog.
Also, I would not recommend giving her baby aspirin anymore because it shouldn't have any effect on her behavior as it is a pain reliever, blood thinner, and fever reducer...not a sedative or medication known for causing drowsiness. Sorry.
Good luck,
--veterinary technician