i don't mean inside the truck, but in the back part of a pick-up truck
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It depends in what country one is living. For example in the US - yes it is. In Australia - yes, but there are conditions. I believe that those conditions are: 1. The animal must be in a pet transporter, and it must be secured in place so it doesn't bang around the back. Or 2. They must have a canopy on the back to keep pets safely inside while traveling on the roadways. Although you mentioned 3. If the pets are in the front of truck with driver - the driver must have the windows rolled up enough so the animals cannot stick their heads out at all.
For other countries I do not know the information or laws on it.
I can however tell you that I have a canopy on my truck. My dog is always safe from falling out even if I have the canopy open. As I have a leash in the back secured to one of the strap-bars, and clip that on him every time. It does give him room to move around, but not enough length for him to jump or fall out. Even if I take the canopy off - I relocate his leash to the center of the bed of the truck, and secure him so he cannot get to or over either side of the truck.
I love my dog, and I hate it when I see others who leave their dogs loose in the bed of their trucks. Or don't properly leash them so they can't ride on either side of the truck bed for the pleasure of wind in their face. Our city councel is now talking of fining those who don't secure their animals. All it has to do is pass by majority of votes.
It shouldn't be. I recently went to a restaurant and some idiots had left their 2 golden retrievers in the back of their truck in the hot sun while they went in to eat. Made me so mad. People who treat their animals so poorly shouldn't be allowed to have pets.
Back of the truck is better then in the cab of the truck on a hot day
I think different states have different laws on that. I know in Ca. if you have them in the back you are supposed to have a chain or a rope on them. But in the rural area where I live I've never known anyone getting a ticket for not haveing them chained.
Where would you want them to be ? Chained on the hood ? Or perhaps out of the car, on a leash, running behind the car at 70 mph on the highway ?
I HATE seeing that, and I wish it were illegal. It can cause a lot of car accidents if the dog falls out and people slam on the brakes, and the dog can get killed. The dog doesn't know any better. If you want to start legislation to make it illegal, I'll support you!
Most states will ticket you for endangering the life of an animal for having your pet ride in the bed of your truck. There are special safety restraints for those who want thier beloved pets beside them. Although they are not required by law, take care of your buddy!!!! By letting your dog ride in the bed of your truck, if you get rear ended, that dog goes flying to his or her death!
Different states, different laws, is the correct answer.
Personally, the dog(s) should be confined within properly sized pet carriers, properly ATTACHED to the vehicle (not to be shifting around the bed of the pickup), and properly locked to protect both people and dog(s).
Why all THIS? If a driver is in an accident (even a well placed hole in the road or bump at the proper speed!) and the dog is on a leash/chain/rope "restraint," the dog will go FLYING out of the vehicle and can be DRAGGED by the collar/rope/chain! YUCH!
Again, in event of an accident, if the dog is confined in a container properly attached, then the dog will be restrained, protected, prevented from being thrown from the vehicle. The vehicle will take the force of the impact (including the container) but not the dog... similar to seat belts.
Also, by containing the dog in a container, it is protected from the elements AND curious people from getting bit if they try to pet an unfriendly/protective animal. Some dogs are so protective even walking passed the vehicle, they will LUNGE at you, barking madly, ready to bite. This is not good for man or beast!
People answering that it is illegal in the US are incorrect. Each State enacts its own Vehicle Code, therefore your question can not be properly answered. As another answerer responded, in CA they can ride in the back but must be restrained with a rope or chain which is short enough to prevent them from going over the side or out the back of the truck. A friend of mine has a three-legged dog as a result of not using a short enough rope.
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