All it takes is one sudden slam on the brakes and your beloved dog or cat becomes a defenseless projectile. Find out why not being protected is a real life-threatening situation—not only for your pet, but also for you. Learn the numbers, see how forces work in a crash, and learn how to easily ensure safety on every trip.
Why securing your pet in the car is a matter of life – not just convenience
Imagine setting off on a road trip with your dog or cat. The window is slightly open, your favorite music is playing, you're excited about your next adventure together. Your pet is sitting next to you—maybe in the backseat, maybe on your lap. Everything seems fine… until you have to brake suddenly.
What happens in a split second like that can turn a carefree ride into a tragedy.
An unsecured dog or cat is a "projectile" in a collision.
Many caregivers do not realize the enormous forces at work during a crash – even at seemingly low speeds.
Research shows that:
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a small dog weighing 4.5 kg , in a collision at a speed of 80 km/h , hits with a force of over 200 kilograms ,
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a larger dog (approx. 36 kg) at a speed of 50 km/h can exert a force of almost 1,100 kilograms .
It's like being in a car and suddenly being hit by a refrigerator or a motorcycle .
It doesn't matter if it's a dog, a cat or a small puppy - in the moment of collision, any unsecured animal becomes a projectile that can seriously injure itself and its passengers .
It doesn't take an accident for a tragedy to occur
All it takes is a sudden braking .
The animal hits the dashboard, window, seat or falls between the seats.
Even at low speeds, fractures, head injuries, and often severe stress and trauma can occur, causing the animal to become afraid of cars for a long time.
Many caregivers don't realize that situations like these happen every day—and that they can easily be avoided.
Unsecured pet = distracted driver
It's not only a matter of physical safety, but also of concentration behind the wheel.
Research conducted by Volvo and The Harris Poll found that drivers with an unrestrained dog:
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they perform dangerous maneuvers more than twice as often ,
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are distracted for more than three hours longer during the journey than those who transport the animal in a belt or carrier.
Distraction, stress and lack of control are a surefire path to an accident.
Yet so little is needed to prevent this.
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How to safely transport an animal?
Not all accessories on the market actually protect your pet - so it's worth choosing products that have passed crash tests (e.g. certified by the Center for Pet Safety ).
The safest solutions are:
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car seat belt for a dog, attached to the ISOFIX system or seat belts.
Car seat belt and travel leash in ONE - BURA
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a carrier, car seat or transport box (crate) with a solid closure.
Brown car seat - MILANO BROWN denzoo
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trunk installation for transporting a dog - especially suitable for large breeds and for longer trips.
DOGIDIGI dog carrier
Most importantly: never transport your pet on your lap or loosely in the car.
An airbag, even in a minor collision, can be fatal, so remember to deactivate it if the seat is installed in the front seat.
Never attach your pet to its collar; for its safety while traveling, the belt should always be attached to the harness.
Because his life is in your hands
Securing your pet in your car isn't a whim. It's an expression of care, responsibility, and love .
Just as you would fasten your seat belts for yourself and your child, fasten your seat belts for your dog or cat as well.
It's not about comfort, but about life—his and yours .
Every trip can be safe if you remember one rule:
Don't move without protection.