Travelling with pets: Safety is paramount

For the safety of your dog when travelling in a car, make sure that the travel carrier is the right size for it. Photos: 123rf.com

It's not uncommon nowadays to be driving along and pull up alongside a car with a dog sticking its head out of the window. Or to pull up behind a car and be greeted with a furry face staring back at you. Or perhaps you’re the pet owner, driving with your dog in the passenger seat next to you as it barks at the passing trees.

But is it legal, and safe to travel with your dog in your car?