19/08/2026
Owner Education: Are You Securing Your Dog Properly? 🚗
If you’re taking your dog for a walk, to the groomer, the vet or just out for an adventure, it’s important to make sure they’re safely secured before you hit the road.
It might be tempting to let your dog sit loose in the back seat or stick their head out the window, but an unrestrained dog can be a serious safety risk - both for them and for everyone else in the vehicle.
In South Australia, dogs should be suitably restrained when travelling in a vehicle. Some of the safest options include:
🐕 Dogs wearing secure and properly fitted body harnesses (safer than collars)
🐕 The harness attached to an appropriate restraint point
🐕 A secure crate or bed (not loose on the seat)
A few other things to remember:
❌ Don’t let your dog sit on your lap while driving
❌ Don’t allow them to roam freely around the car
❌ Don’t rely on a standard collar and lead as a car restraint
❌ Never leave your dog unattended in a hot car
And remember, winding the window down for your dog doesn’t make an unsafe journey safe! Keeping them properly secured helps prevent distractions, escapes and injuries if you need to brake suddenly.
When I’m transporting dogs, their safety is always a priority. They might be excited about where we’re going, but getting there safely comes first.
Drive safe and keep your four-legged passengers secure!
