Abstract: A restraining device for an animal comprises safety belt receiving ring adapted to receive a safety belt in a vehicle. The device also comprises a latching hook to secure the device to the animal, and a sleeve fitted on the safety belt receiving ring to prevent movement of the latching hook around the safety belt receiving ring. A harness is also provided which comprises first and second webbings. At least one off the first and second webbings is adapted to pass in front of the front legs of an animal on its underside, and at least one of the first and second webbings is adapted to pass behind the front legs of the animal on its underside. The harness also includes a securing portion to secure the harness to a suitable restraining device.