Is Your Dog Safe in the Car? The Truth Every Owner Needs to Hear with Claire Harris

Welcome to Sit, Pause and Listen with Will HodgettsJoining Will in the studio this week is, Claire Harris, founder of Pets to Places, to explore the hugely important and often underestimated topic of pet travel safety.While many owners think nothing of popping their dog in the back seat, Claire explains why travelling unrestrained can be far more dangerous than people realise. She shares how her experience in the pet transport world led her to create Pets to Places, and why safe, secure travel for dogs has become such a passionate focus of her work.Will and Claire dig into the realities of what can happen during sudden stops or collisions, the limitations of current legislation, and why there is still a major gap when it comes to protecting pets in vehicles. Claire highlights the importance of crash-tested harnesses, crates, and travel systems, while also breaking down the confusion many owners face when trying to choose the right setup for their dog.They also discuss how car safety has evolved dramatically for humans, but pets are still being left behind in terms of both regulation and awareness. Claire offers practical advice for dog owners, from selecting the right travel equipment for different breeds and sizes, to understanding what “safe” actually means when it comes to pet products.This episode is a powerful reminder that pet travel safety isn’t just about convenience, it’s about protecting the animals we love every time we get behind the wheel.Whether you’re a dog owner, pet professional, or simply someone who travels regularly with your four-legged companion, this episode is packed with valuable insight to help keep every journey safer.For more information, please head to the below links:Gofund me: https://gofund.me/80c40a9b2Web: https://pets2places.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pets2placesltd/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.