Driving a dog

[Miaiam]

There is a flexible net-like device that goes behind the front seats and keeps the dog away from the driver while driving.

But I think you should use a leash to make sure it will be ok too.

Also, please remember to use a chest collar, not a neck one.

[latetotheparty]

Originally Posted by Buddy's Sleepovers

Yes. The picture above is a sure way to break a dog's neck should you get into an accident. The safest way to transport a dog is in a crate just large enough for him to turn around in. Next would be a harnes restraint system that attaches to the seat belt restraint. We transport all the time and will use both depending on the size of the dog. Larger dog's we prefer to crate. Moderator cut: no ads allowed

in an ideal world.... this is GREAT..... in the real world of volunteer rescue transport, it is not always possible........

Originally Posted by dogmomof2

I think 20 miles will go by quickly, and you should be fine tethering your passenger. Ideally a harness is best, but we do the best we can, and sometimes you just need to use a leash. We do transports pretty often, and we usually just tether or crate, depending on the size and number of dogs. A lot of times when doing transports the weight or size of the dog is estimated, and it's hard to know what kind of harness will fit. Additionally, buying that many harnesses would be pricey for the originating rescue.

Actually, a few weeks ago a big GSD sat on my lap for an hour....and I don't outweigh him by much. He was a big sweetie though. (DH was driving.) I can't stop thinking about that dog. I wish more than anything we could have kept him. So OP, you might fall in love with the dog you're driving

This past weekend I transported a GSD mix who absolutely could not stop kissing me. I had him tethered, and he was willing to choke himself to get close enough to give me kisses. I stopped and unhooked him, and he draped himself over my shoulder for the rest of the trip. When I stopped, I immediately hooked him back up for safety.

sounds like a LOT of my passengers.....

[dogmomof2]

Originally Posted by latetotheparty

sounds like a LOT of my passengers.....

Yeah, they are just so grateful for getting a second chance and are so full of love!