In Mass & NH it's not legal to even let your dog ride like that. Oh wait, those are kids -- carry on! :lol:
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The law - Massachusetts, New Hampshire, California, Maine, Oregon, Washington, Florida and Rhode Island restrict dogs from trucks or open vehicles. Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 90 Section 22H states that no person shall transport any animal in the back of a motor vehicle in a space intended for any load on the vehicle on a public way unless:
* the space is enclosed or has side and tail racks to a height of at least 46 inches extending vertically from the floor;
* the animal is cross-tethered to the vehicle (simple, inexpensive cross-tethering devices are sold at pet-supply stores for $15-$40);
* the animal is protected by a secured container or cage;
* or the animal is otherwise protected in a manner that will prevent the animal from being thrown or from falling or jumping from the vehicle.
Violation of this law is punishable by a fine not less than $50. In addition, transporting your animals in an unsafe manner may also, in certain circumstances, constitute criminal animal cruelty pursuant to Mass. General Laws Chapter 272 Section 77.