Question: is it against the law to have an unrestrained dog in the car?
Answer: Drivers Can Now Face Fines of up To £2,500 for having an Unrestrained Pet in Your Vehicle. ... As Rule 57 of the Highway Code states "When in a vehicle make sure dogs or other animals are suitably restrained so they cannot distract you while you are driving or injure you, or themselves, if you stop quickly.