How To Travel safely with your Dog by Car.
When you are planning a family trip always keep in mind the safety of your Dog.
By car
Do you know the best place for your dog in your car?
Dogs should not be free to roam in the car
The safest way for your dog to travel in the car is in a travel container that has been anchored to the vehicle using a seat belt. Dog restraints or seat belts are useful for preventing your dog from roaming around the car and being a distraction to the driver. This should keep your dog safe, but not necessarily immune from injuries from a crash.
these carriers in the car so that they don’t bounce around and hurt your cat. Do this by securing a seat belt around the front of the carrier.
Front Seats are for Humans
Keep your pet in the back seat of the car. If an airbag deploys while your pet is in the passenger seat (even in a crate), it might injure your pet.
Keep those heads inside!
Dogs should always be kept safely inside the car. Dogs who are allowed to stick their heads out the window can be injured by particles of debris or made sick by having cold air forced into their lungs.
Take Frequent Breaks and Stops For Your Dog
Stop frequently to allow your Dog to exercise and relieve themselves.
Don’t ever leave your pet in a car especially on a hot day.
A quick stop may seem like no time to you but on a hot day for your Dog it can be life threatening. The temperature in your car when the windows are shut can rise quickly.
