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Read rule 57

Animals: rules 47–58

Read guidance for horse riders, horse-drawn vehicles and handling animals safely on or near the road.

Rule 57

When in a vehicle make sure dogs or other animals are suitably restrained so they cannot distract you while you are driving or injure you, or themselves, if you stop quickly. A seat belt harness, pet carrier, dog cage or dog guard are ways of restraining animals in cars.

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