Why restrain? 

There are so many reasons to take precautions when traveling with your pup. Each year thousands of animals are injured, die or become needlessly lost in car accidents. Let's explore:

• Your pup could distract you and cause an accident.
• If you were involved in an accident, your pup could escape from the car and become lost.
• They could be seriously injured or needlessly die if loose in your vehicle.
• Other equipment or items in your car can injure your pup in just a slight fender bender.

It doesn't have to be! Please be safe, be aware, be educated; and help educate and bring awareness to others.

Read on for more information on what you can do. And please remember, keep your pets out of the front seat and safe from the airbag!

Driving safely! 

Traveling with your dog! 

ASPCA: Car Travel Tips

The top ten tips for safe car travel.

HSUS: Preparing Your Pet's Travel Supplies

Make sure you have all the supplies you need to safely and happily go on the road.

HSUS: Traveling by Car

Tips on traveling safely with your dog.

How To Travel Safely With A Dog

Great tips and resources for traveling with your dog from Dog Scout!

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Types of dog restraints for automobiles! 

There are several ways to restrain your dog in your automobile. It's a personal decision and one that is based on many individual factors. We'll explore here the various ways to help you make a more informed decision.

One of the most popular dog restraint for traveling in cars is the crate. Whether it's a soft crate, wire crate or plastic crate will depend on your individual circumstances and the available space in your vehicle.

Crates are a preferred choice when you have the space available, and the best choice when you have equipment in your car that can shift during an impact. All that equipment can be very dangerous, not only to you, but your pup.

Another good choice if you have one dog or dogs that get along well with each other, is a dog seat belt. They come in a wide variety of price ranges and you get what you pay for. Read our link on seat belt reviews to help you make a more informed decision.

If you have a small dog, a dog car seat may be a good choice. They come in several styles, and are secured with your seat belt, or an included restraint that attaches to your seat or seatbbelt. These help elevate your small dog so that they can easily see out the window, and are cushioned for comfort.

Great harnesses and seatbelts to keep your pup safe! 

• Lookout Type OS1

  This is the perfect booster seat for small dogs that like to ride with you in the car and also see out the window. Features seatbelt slot to keep it securely in place, we also recommend using a harness for added security.

  
  

• Quick Stay

  Most canine travel restraints are rarely used because they are confusing and difficult to put on. The Quick Stay, however, is as easy to fasten as your own seatbelt. It also has a unique, patented shock-absorbing design. Quick Stay easily snaps around a fastened seatbelt in any car and prevents your dog from moving around the car and possibly distracting the driver.

  
  

• PetBuckle Seat Belt Harness

  Secure your dog in your vehicle. See the description and information above for the details. The PetBuckle Travel Harness can be adjusted to fit any dog over 10 lbs. with a chest size of 14" or larger.

  
  

• PetBuckle Travel Kit

  The universal fit PetBuckle Travel Kit contains everything you need to safely protect your dog in your vehicle. It allows freedom of movement while your dog is safely secured and prevents your dog from distracting you while you drive. Your dog will still be able to watch out the window or lie down and sleep. Protect your loved one from sudden stops, starts, and mild collisions.

  
  

Dog restraints, an important part of travel for your pup! 

Dog Seatbelt Feature Comparison

All kinds of great info on which dog seat belt is right for you!

Car Restraints for Dogs

All about the different types of dog restraints!

Protect Your Pooch From Injury With A Dog Car Restraint

A dog car restraint is a great step in preventing injury to your pooch or other passengers. Read more!

Consumer Reports: Car safety for dogs

The final, critical component for responsible travel with a pet is to properly secure the animal. In an accident, an unrestrained dog becomes a projectile, risking serious injury to the animal and human passengers.

Joy ride or nightmare

To allow a dog loose in a car is put him at unnecessary and unfair risk. Read more!

Dog Safety: How to Keep Your Dog Safe when Riding in Your Car

An unsecured dog in a moving vehicle is a potential danger to you, your passengers, your dog, and other motorists. Read more.

Secure your dog for safe travel - from DogCars.com

According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, millions of us take our dogs with us while we travel, but only about 20 percent of us secure them safely in the car. Learn more about securing your dog!

Bark-Buckle Up

Bark-BuckleUP campaign educates pet parents on how to put on and take off safety pet belts and the importance of securing their pet safely for travel.

Great travel crates! 

• NozToNoz X-Series Soft Dog Crates

  The X-Series is considered the "professional" model in the NozToNoz series and comes with a few more bells and whistles than the N2-Series model. The frames of the two crates are identical.

  
  
  
  

• Precision Pet Great Crate for Dogs

  Here's a folding 2 door dog crate for everyday use that won't cost you an arm and a leg. It's built to last and it looks good too!

  
  
  
  

• PetMate Vari-Kennel Traditional Pet Crate

  Classic Kennel is reliable and practicle and is made with durability that will last for years. Assembles in seconds without tools, made of easy-to-clean, high impact plastic, and packed with features designed for your pet's safety and comfort.

  
  

Deluxe Canine First Aid Kit 

Deluxe Canine First Aid Kit

Accidents can happen so be prepared. The Deluxe Canine First Aid Kit is a high-quality first aid kit designed just for dogs. It contains over 40 veterinarian-recommended emergency items in a blue padded and insulated Thermos carrying case that is 10"L x 7"W x 3"D. This first aid kit also contains a 112-page book, Emergency First Aid for Your Dog by Dr. Tamara S. Shearer, which fits conveniently inside the cover of the kit.

A great first aid book for your car! 

First Aid for the Active Dog

It includes first aid treatments for all the common injuries and illnesses your dog might encounter outdoors. A detailed index and table of contents make this book quick to use. Small and light, it is perfect for a backpack or first aid kit. First Aid for the Active Dog is filled with life-saving techniques owners can use to deal with the type of emergencies they could encounter on a hunting trip, camping expedition, day hike or with any dog that works or plays outdoors.

Give me some woofs! 

WritingforYourWealth Good information and something I will have to consider. My dog has a bed in the back but half the time he's standing up in the car, so I really should look at some of these options. Posted July 25, 2008

alslad People in general will say that their dog is just like a family member - I wonder how many of those people make sure their kids are strapped in while the poor dog is left to bounce around in the back. Thanks for raising awareness of this issue! Darren www.squidoo.com/groups/gone-to-the-dogs Posted July 15, 2008

KimGiancaterino You did a great job here! Congratulations on making the Giant Squid 100 Club. This lens has been Angel Blessed and is being featured on my Squid Angel Diary. Posted July 14, 2008

eccles1 What a nice lens for our safety of our beautiful dogs great job!! too many people are careless with their pets in the car. Posted June 18, 2008

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