Section 2087 - Transporting dogs in open vehicle regulatedTransporting dogs in an open vehicle is governed by this section. [RR 1999, c. 1, §40(RAL).]
1.Definition. For the purposes of this section, "open vehicle" means a motor vehicle with a portion of the vehicle not enclosed by a top and windows or sides. "Open vehicle" includes, but is not limited to, pickup trucks and convertibles. [RR 1999, c. 1, §40(RAL).]
2.Restrictions. A person driving an open vehicle may not transport a dog in the open portion of that vehicle on a public way unless the dog is protected in a manner that prevents the dog from falling or jumping or being thrown from the vehicle. [RR 1999, c. 1, §40(RAL).]
3.Exceptions. Notwithstanding subsection 2, this section does not apply to: A. A dog being transported by a farmer or a farm employee who is engaged in agricultural activities requiring the services of a dog; or [RR 1999, c. 1, §40(RAL).]B. A hunting dog at a hunting site or being transported between hunting sites by a licensed hunter who is in possession of all applicable licenses and permits for the species being pursued during the legal season for that activity. [RR 1999, c. 1, §40(RAL).] [RR 1999, c. 1, §40(RAL).]
RR 1999, c. 1, § 40 (RAL) .