As pet travel comes more and more common, it is important that all owners take into account car safety for their travelling pet companions. So as part of Canine Shop's raising awareness of dogs travelling safely in cars we bring you stats and a video to try convince you why -
Travelling dogs - restraints in the car
60% of motorists believe that dogs should be restrained in cars,
according to GEM Motoring Assist (a breakdown and recovery specialist).
But the truth is, 80% of dog owners who do travel with their pets
(according to AAA survey) don't restrain their dog in anyway in the
vehicle.
When a simple small box of tissues, which many of us still keep on the back dash of our cars, can become the weighted equivalent of a brick when it comes hurtling forward in the event of an emergency break, imagine what kind of harm an unrestrained dog would do, to you, your family, and to the dog him/herself?
Below is a video example of just what kind of damage an unrestrained dog can do as it goes through the car's front windscreen.
When a simple small box of tissues, which many of us still keep on the back dash of our cars, can become the weighted equivalent of a brick when it comes hurtling forward in the event of an emergency break, imagine what kind of harm an unrestrained dog would do, to you, your family, and to the dog him/herself?
Below is a video example of just what kind of damage an unrestrained dog can do as it goes through the car's front windscreen.
Canine Shop recommends the Clix Car Safe Harness, and here is a video offering why:
