Two mutts made history yesterday by driving a car down a racetrack. Ten-month-old beardie cross Porter put his paws to the pedals first, steering the Mini down the straight and then turning a corner. He was followed by Monty, an 18-month-old giant cross, who completed the same feat.....See more Pictures below:
As the Mail reported last week, the pair – along with one-year-old beardie cross Ginny – had been taking driving lessons, which began with them learning to steer a wooden cart pulled along on a string by their trainers. After successfully manoeuvring the car around a lab, the leading two were challenged to a racetrack test-drive which was broadcast live.
They were strapped in with seatbelt and then followed commands from their trainers, who walked in front of the car.
The dogs were all rescued by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to animal in Auckland,New zealand. The charity came up with the idea to train them to drive to prove how intelligent they were.
Animal trainer Mark Vette, who schooled the dogs, said: ‘They are great dogs, each with their own distinct personality.