Advice - FAQs   Pets - Dogs Can I transport a dog in a car boot? Is there any legislation governing this?   My dog is trapped in a badger sett, what should I do?   My neighbour's dog is always barking. What can I do?   What are the dangers for a dog left in a car on a warm day?   What can be done to prevent a dog from barking continuously?   What does the law say about dog collars?   What does the law say about guard dogs?   A "guard dog" means a dog which is being used to protect: premises property kept on the premises a person guarding the premises or such property. The Guard Dogs Act 1975 was introduced to control the use of guard dogs. The law states that: if a guard dog is in use at any premises, then a warning sign to that effect is clearly posted at each entrance to the premises if the dog is off the leash, that a handler must be present and in control of the dog if the handler is not present, then the dog is secured and not at liberty to go freely about the premises.   What is the Dangerous Dogs Act?   What is the RSPCA's position on 'handbag dogs'?   What to do before buying a pedigree dog   When is the best time to walk my dog?   Back to top © RSPCA 2009. All rights reserved.