Proposals to introduce dog seat belts in cars are being considered by the Department of Transport.
Minister Leo Varadkar is currently consulting with the Road Safety Authority on the issue.
The ISPCA says it is a major safety issue and dogs can inflict severe injuries on passengers and themselves if thrown around during a crash.
Harnesses can be bought in shops for around 10 euro, but it’s not yet clear what types of restraints are being examined or whether any legislation will be introduced.
Noel Griffin of the ISPCA says it is a good idea to have dogs restrained or in a sectioned off part of a vehicle.
