Safe Doggy Travel

It’s important to keep your dog safely secured when travelling. Not only to keep them safe, but to keep all other passengers safe too.

There are a number of options that can be considered when it comes to safe travel including;

• Doggy seatbelts (these should always attach to your dogs harness)
• Dog Harnesses
• Dog Crates and carriers
• Boot/luggage guards (these protect the passengers in the car and not your dog)

Some dogs will have no fear of travelling, however others can find it distressing. Some may even suffer with travel sickness.

Ways to help make car journeys more comfortable for dogs include:

• Introduce them as young as possible
• Start with small trips and increase distance over time. Make these experiences as positive as possible. Treats can help reinforce this positive experience.
• Make sure they can see out a window
• On longer journeys, break it up and let your dog stretch their legs
• Keep your dog cool

Do…

• Always safely secure your dog using one of the products mentioned at the beginning of this blog
• Bring along water to help keep your dog cool
• On longer journeys take regular rest stops
• Pack their favourite blanket or toy to help make them comfortable
• Turn off the passenger airbag if you decide to let you dog travel in the front seat

Don’t…

• Don’t let your dog travel with their head out the window
• Never leave your dog in a hot car