No More Doggies Out the Window
May 13, 2008 by Heather R.
Filed under Pets
Pet laws in California may be changing soon: One lawmaker wants to make it illegal for pets to ride on their owners’ laps while driving and offenders could face a $35 fine.
He says he was inspired to introduce the bill when he witnessed one driver with three dogs on her lap at once!
To be honest I think this is a good move. Keeping your pet restrained either in a carrier or pet-specific seat harness while in a moving vehicle not only keeps them safe but you as well.
Restraining your pet helps you concentrate, and what happens if you’re in an accident? Your pet could be injured from the impact (and so could you with a now-flying canine in the car!) or if it manages to get out of the car it could run away. Do you really need Fluffy on your lap for that ten minute drive?
What do you think?
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I agree with restraining in the car. I could never believe the number of people who wanted me to just put their cats in the back of the car for them.
(I’m speaking of my animal hospital working days.)
You can only suggest so much. Sometimes you need laws.