Vet's most important rule for road tripping with your dog could save both your lives

Summer Pets is a video series where vet Dr Katrina Warren shares her tips and tricks for keeping dogs happy and healthy during the season.

This article was produced in association with Kurgo.

If you are road tripping with your dog this summer, there are some important safety tips you need to know.

Each state has their own dog restraint laws you need to abide by, and while it is a bit of a grey area restraining your dog offers a number of important benefits.

Watch the video above.

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Restraint benefits include preventing your pet from distracting the driver and jumping or falling out the window and protecting them from going flying if you suddenly brake or crash.

Watch the video above for more information on restraints as well as feeding tips to prevent car sickness.

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