Pet owners are being urged to put safety first and plan ahead when travelling with their animals. The motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have compiled their advice for travelling with pets, with the top priority being to keep them and other passengers safe. The experts are urging owners to use suitable restraints including harnesses for dogs, pet guards for larger, active dogs and cages or carriers for smaller animals. Tim Alcock from LeaseCar.uk said: “These tips have been put together to help make the journey as easy as possible for both your animal and you." So take a look at this list to make sure you're fully informed on how to keep your pet safe whilst in the car: Before you start your journey 1. Go for a walk Take your pet for a long walk before you head off on your travels to burn off excess energy. They’re more likely to spend the journey relaxing if they’re worn out. 2. Feeding Feed your pet two hours before travel – they travel better on an empty stomach and it reduces the risk of travel sickness. Also make sure there’s water in the car in a spill proof bowl. On the journey 3. Keeping your pet safe Make sure you stick to the rules in the Highway Code and keep your pet safe by using restraints. Harnesses are great for dogs. For larger, more active dogs, try a pet guard which can turn the boot into a dedicated pet area. For smaller pets, consider investing in a carrier, crate or cage. 4. Breaks Remember to take plenty of breaks on the journey for toilet stops and exercise, especially if you’re travelling a long way. And remember to keep your pet on a lead when you take them out of the car. 5. Window Shades Invest in some window shades to help keep the car cool and block out direct sunlight. This will make the journey more comfortable for your pet. 6. Keep your pet relaxed Journeys can be stressful to pet, so try and make them as happy and relaxed as possible. This could be as simple as their favourite toy or a blanket from home. 7. Cooling down Don’t let your pet hang out of the window to cool down. Not only is this illegal, they could injure themselves. Instead turn on the air conditioning and open windows furthest from your animal. 8. Breakdown If you breakdown while travelling with your pet, don’t let them out unless it safe to do so and make sure you keep them on a lead. 9. Let them free As soon as you arrive and it’s safe, give your pet a chance to stretch their legs and run around. Source: https://leasecar.uk/ |
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