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I have a safety harness that attaches to a seat belt and acts as a seat belt. It protects the dog from sudden stops, quick turns, etc. It also protects the driver from the dog suddenly getting in the way. Put the harness on and my dog lies down in the seat. I treat seatbelts as mandatory for anyone, dogs included, riding with me. The reason that I did not ask about keeping a dog in place is because I have a safety harness for the dog. Seatbelts should be mandatory for any ride in a Cobra by any creature.
Another danger of a dog riding in a Cobra is snakebites. My dog is small and can be lifted in and out of a vehicle. He can be picked up and put down away from the side pipes. Trying to have a large dog ride in a Cobra would risk severe burns on the side pipes. I understand why lots of you think that a dog riding in a Cobra is crazy. It is too risky and too much of a hassle for the driver. A small dog that can be controlled changes the equation.
I do not know if I will let my dog ride in the Cobra, but I like having the option. I will wear ear protection and will offer it to those riding with me, including my dog. It sounds like many do not use ear protection in their Cobra. If I do not kill myself, I expect to live a long time. I want health to go with the long life. If I think that it is important to me, I will try and provide it as an option for others.
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