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Don’t be dogged by transport concerns

Recent surveys have shown that 4% of pet owners whose dogs were insured had had an accident or near miss as a result of the animal being loose in their car. More worrying is that 21% of owners would usually leave their dogs unsecured on car seats. So, since most people who care to take dogs with them when they go shooting have a need to transport them in a vehicle at some time or other, it’s worthwhile considering how we might best provide for their safety and any legal obligations in this respect. that animal”. Essentially, we have to ensure that a dog is safe, secure and comfortable whenever it travels.

First and foremost, the dog should have no

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