Every year, car accidents take a sobering toll on human health and lives. But sadly, there are no statistics on the number of vehicular injuries and deaths for pet passengers.
Although many pets ride with their humans, there are no regulations for their safety, only general recommendations. In an accident or even sudden breaking or swerving, a pet can become a projectile, seriously endangering their safety and yours. Deployment of air bags can also severely injure pets.
To avoid these risks — as well as driver distraction — veterinarians recommend restraining pets, ideally in crates anchored in the rear of the car. Other restraint methods have been evaluated by the Center for Pet Safety, so check out their test results online.
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