Does Your Pet Have Shotgun Status?
Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 (Original item from 2010)
Companion Animals | Pet Ownership
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Short Description:
According to a Ford Motor Company survey, nearly 90% of dog owners bring their dogs along on car rides; additionally, more than half of these people say that their pets sit in the front seat rather than the back.
Abstract:
In this survey of 2,232 adults, 56% of guardians say that they allow their dogs to ride in the front seat of their car. Some even give their dogs access to the front seat over other humans. Moreover, 19% say they have allowed their dogs to ride on their lap while they are driving.
Spot Check Number:
1434
Sponsor:
Ford Motor Company
Animal Type:
Dogs
Record Type:
News Article
Research Method:
Unknown or Not Applicable
Geographic Region:
United States National
Number of Participants:
2,232
Population Descriptors:
U.S. Adults
Year Conducted:
2010
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