In an auto acident a 60 pound dog in a car traveling 30 mph will hit an object 10 inches in front of him at 1,200 pounds per square inch. If you have ever slammed on your brakes and had your dog come flying forward, you understand how hazardous this can be for a dog or pet. Animal safety is a major concern in our country. There are at least 27 Statutes in 25 U.S. states that have laws protecting animals being transported unrestrained.
A pet car seat restrains your pet to keep him safe and away from the gas pedal and open windows. The Lookout dog car seat is the safest on the market today with plush foam insides and a safety strap to keep the dog from leaving the secure seat. It is also a car pet booster seat that allows them to easily look out the window as they love to do. There are many versions from the pet Wheel Around to the backpack style or the pet carrier bag. The 3 in One pet car seat even converts a small dog car seat to a bed.
For the large dogs, use the Sure Fit harness with car control strap to secure them on the seat, or there's the Dog Safety Vest Harness. Whatever you choose, just please do use something for their safety and yours. Protect your car's upholstery with the Pet Sleeper car robe or one of the many DuraGear Bench covers.
Here are a few dog carriers to use safely outdoors. The Pet Pocket comes in 3 sizes for pets up to 25 pounds. There are several styles by Kyjen in the Outward Hound brand including the novel Legs Out dog carrier and the Pet A Roo dog carrier both available in 2 sizes. The Backpack pet carrier and the Sling Go pet carrier are options for a small cat carrier.
