Guest Post by Tia Philipart
Driving around town with your furry friend is one of the more blissful moments in life, and we want to help you keep it that way! CarRentals conducted a survey observing dog owners’ driving habits in order to bring awareness to a potential tragic situation. See below for the top three tips to keep you and your dog safe while driving.
- Everyone should buckle up – The laws of physics apply to you and your dog, having them unrestrained can lead to a forceful projectile. This could injure the dog and passengers in the car.
- Restain your dog to decrease distractions – Dogs are curious and also get anxious when trapped in a car. This leads to them climbing around the car, distracting you from focusing on the road.
- Don’t let your dog hang out the window – Even if your dog is smart, other drivers aren’t. A dog hanging out the window may be struck by something heavy, including another motor vehicle!
We hope that these tips help you to choose the safe route when driving with your dog. Check out the rest of the study data on pet owners’ driving habits here and see the full infographic below on driving safely with your dog.
