{"id":528,"date":"2019-10-10T17:10:34","date_gmt":"2019-10-10T21:10:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/philadelphia-dog-training\/?p=528"},"modified":"2024-04-30T02:36:01","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T06:36:01","slug":"does-my-dog-need-a-seatbelt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/philadelphia-dog-training\/health-safety\/does-my-dog-need-a-seatbelt\/","title":{"rendered":"Does My Dog Need a Seatbelt?"},"content":{"rendered":"

There’s no doubt your pooch has been in the car before, whether it be rarely only to see the vet – or extremely often because you have a furry adventure buddy. No matter the case, when you think of a dog in a car, the image of a pup sticking\u00a0their head out the window with their tongue in the breeze probably comes to mind. With pet travel becoming more frequent among owners, though, it’s essential to know, is that safe for Fido – and if not, what is the safest way they should be transported in a vehicle?<\/p>\n

For Starters, Where Should Fido Be Seated?<\/h3>\n

Owners with small dogs often let their little furball plop down on their lap as they drive, and sadly its the most dangerous way to drive with your pup. If your furry friend isn’t restrained, or even worse, sitting on top of you while you’re driving – they can become a massive distraction. You never know when your canine companion might get spooked or excited out of nowhere and start moving into areas that block your sight of the road. Also, if you ever get into an accident, your four-legged friend can quickly become a projectile. On top of that, if you put your pup on\u00a0the passenger side they could be injured by the airbag, so restraining them in the backseat is the safest thing for both you and your dog,<\/p>\n

Using a Doggy Seatbelt<\/h3>\n

Getting a canine seatbelt is going to be your cheapest option when it comes to car ride safety. Some people substitute doggy seatbelts for car barriers, which is better than nothing, but won’t be of much help to your furry friend\u00a0if there’s an accident. When buying a seatbelt for your pup, make sure you do a lot of research to ensure it has enough padding and is built to protect the size of your pooch. If you aren’t sure where to start, here are a few car restraints approved by the Center for Pet Safety<\/a>.<\/p>\n