Canadian pet gear guide

Pet car-travel gear in Canada

Car travel gear can include carriers, crates, barriers and restraint products, but Canadian legal requirements and product standards are not identical across provinces.

Car travelCanada

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Prevent driver distraction

A pet moving into the driver's area can create a road-safety problem.

Secure carriers and gear

Follow vehicle and product instructions for placement and attachment.

Do not assume a pet product is a child restraint

Transport Canada's child-restraint standards should not be confused with marketing claims for pet restraints.

Provincial rules differ

Road-transport and animal-transport rules can vary, so check the province or territory involved.

General product-selection information only. A pet's health, anatomy, mobility, breathing and behaviour can change what equipment is appropriate. Follow product directions and ask a veterinarian or qualified animal-care professional when those issues matter.