Yes, dogs should be crated in the car. Crating protects them from becoming a projectile in a crash, meets legal restraint requirements in some countries, reduces car anxiety, and keeps your vehicle clean. Here's a closer look at each reason to use a dog car crate.

Safety

Regardless of how well trained your dog is, the laws of physics still apply to it. A loose or poorly fastened dog becomes a projectile object in the case of a car accident. In a car crash at 35 mph, an unrestrained 60 lb dog becomes a 2,700 lb projectile.

Legal Obligations

Some countries, including England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales, require all dogs to be restrained when traveling in or on a vehicle.

Reduce Dog Car Anxiety

Like wolves, dogs are a denning animal, so being in their own enclosed space is natural to them. A comfortable, properly sized dog crate can help your dog feel calmer and safer during car rides.

Cleanliness

Crating your dog in the car protects the interior of your vehicle. Dog crates can contain water, dirt, mud, and accidental messes in a way that they can easily be wiped and hosed down.

Regardless of the duration of your car ride, we recommend that you always crate your dog in the car. For more on crate training your dog to be comfortable in the car, or to learn more about any of our other dog training programs, speak to an expert at Chomps Dog Training today.