1. Start by building positive associations with the street. Take your puppy for short walks around your neighborhood, starting in a quiet area. Gradually increase the length of the walks and the amount of traffic your puppy is exposed to. Make sure to praise her and give her treats when she behaves calmly and confidently.
2. Use desensitization and counterconditioning. This technique involves gradually exposing your puppy to the things that scare her (in this case, the street) while simultaneously providing her with something she enjoys (like treats or praise). For example, you could start by standing on your front porch with your puppy and giving her treats every time she looks at the street. Once she is comfortable with this, you can take a few steps closer to the street, and so on.
3. Make car rides more comfortable. If your puppy gets car sick, try to make car rides as short and stress-free as possible. Avoid feeding her immediately before a car ride, and make sure she has a comfortable place to lie down. You can also try using a pheromone spray or diffuser to help calm her down.
4. Talk to your veterinarian. If your puppy's fear of the street is severe or is not improving with training, talk to your veterinarian. They may recommend medication or other treatments to help her cope.
Here are some additional tips that may be helpful:
* Keep your puppy's exercise needs in mind. A tired puppy is a happy puppy, and a happy puppy is more likely to be confident and adaptable.
* Be patient and consistent with your training. It may take some time for your puppy to overcome her fear of the street.
* Don't force your puppy to do anything she's not comfortable with. Take it slow and let her progress at her own pace.
* Seek professional help if you need it. If you're struggling to train your puppy, don't hesitate to reach out to a qualified dog trainer or behaviorist.
With time and patience, your puppy can learn to overcome her fear of the street and enjoy car rides.