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May 2008
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Californians who drive with pets on their lap may soon face more than a tail wagged in their face. They'll also see a $35 ticket from a cop. The California Assembly on Monday approved a bill to ban people from driving as they hold their pets, saying animals can be distracting no matter how well-behaved. It covers "live animals," so there's no free ride for birds, hamsters or iguanas either. Assembly Bill 2233 by Assemblyman Bill Maze, R-Visalia, moved to the Senate on a 44-11 vote. Click here to read the full story from the Contra Costa Times. 2 CommentsLeave a comment |
I think this is good. Anything can happen and the pet and owner would be a lot safer if the animal was restrained. I have med. & x-lrg dogs, so I definately keep them restrained. This way I know I am safe and they are safe. I don't have to worry about one getting excited and jumping upfront with me or bumping me, etc. And besides, I read a story not too long ago about a Chihuahua that caused a wreck because he got under the brake pedal! (Everyone but the vehicle was ok.) Better safe than sorry. Plus, if there is a wreck, I don't have to worry about them getting loose from the car and them getting killed or lost!
Melody is correct on all issues!!