by Dog Public

While our pets love to stick their heads out of the window and feel the breeze, we want to promote safe traveling tips to make sure that our dogs’ safety is not in jeopardy. One of the biggest risks during pet travel is to allow your pet to travel in the front seat.  While no sensible person would permit a young child to travel in the front seat unrestrained, dogs commonly ride alongside their owners in the passenger seat.  So, here are some ways in which to avoid a pet traveling tragedy:

BUCKLE UP
One of the most important actions you can take as a pet owners is to restrain your dog while driving.  At most pet stores, you are now able to buy a pet restraint for your backseat safety belt device.  These necessary safety devices are available for most breeds and are quite affordable.  When an animal is restrained, it reduces potential for driver distraction.  When a pet is not restrained, it may try to jump on your lap or get near the pedals.  With a harness, you and your pet can relax while traveling and avoid mishaps.  Browse Dog Seat Belts

SECURED CRATE
Occasionally, all the seat belts in the car are being used by human passengers.  Luckily, this doesn’t mean that you have to keep your pet at home!  If you have an SUV or a station wagon, a secure crate in the back of the vehicle is a great option.  There are two “must-know” tips, however:  First, make sure that the crate is secured in the back of the vehicle.  If the crate is bouncing around, your pet will be uncomfortable and the experience will not be as enjoyable.  Second, throw a couple of toys inside the crate and have some cool water available.  This will ensure a comfortable trip, and you won’t have to worry about dehydration.

DOGGLES
If your dog loves to sick his head out of the window, consider Doggles Protective Eyewear for Dogs . Not only will they protect the eyes from foreign objects, but they also will protect the eyes from UV exposure and wind.  Good news: These special goggles are affordable and come in sizes to fit dogs 3 to 250 pounds.   

While traveling with our pets is a great way to promote family-pet bonding, we as pet-owners must be aware of the safety of our pets, ourselves, and others on the road who might be affected by our actions.  By following these simple tips, we can maximize safety and avoid injuries.

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