Pets should wear seatbelts in the car to avoid causing serious injury to themselves and their owners in a crash, a leading veterinary charity has warned.
If a vehicle involved in a crash at 30mph, an unrestrained 50lb (22.5kg) border collie would be thrown forward with a force equivalent to a polar bear.
Vet Steven Leonard said: "Cars are an alien environment to pets, but by being patient and taking a few simple precautions, you can ensure that a car journey with your pet is safe and enjoyable for all."