The Best Ways to Keep Your Dog Safe While Traveling in a Car

There are many different ways to transport your dog in a car, and the best one will depend entirely on the nature and size of your dog, as well as the type of car you have.

There are more and more dog harnesses available at pet stores. These are essentially harnesses that your dog wears, but instead of a place to attach a leash, they have a buckle attached to insert it where a car's harness would normally go.

If you have a car with a closed trunk that is not connected to the main part of the cabin, then a seat belt is probably the way to go. There are seat belts on the market for every budget, but keep in mind that only those in the higher price bracket are crash tested to the same extent as human seat belts. This is not true for all things in life, but in this case it usually follows that the more you pay, the safer the suspension will be in the unlikely event of an accident.

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The seat belt can also be used as a seat belt. This can be very convenient if you take your dog in the car to go for a walk. Simply attach the leash to the harness buckle and your dog will be ready to jump out of the car immediately. This feature greatly simplifies the process of leashing excited dogs. The dog will not be able to run after it as soon as you open the door, as it will still be securely fastened to the back seat.

If you find yourself arguing with your dog every time you take him for a walk, trying to keep him in the car long enough to tie the leash, then this may be the answer to your prayers.

While harnesses are great for small to medium sized dogs, it's probably safer for larger dogs to let them travel in the trunk. This, of course, is only possible if you have a car in which the trunk and main cabin are connected. Dog guards are the best way to make sure your dog stays where it needs to be and doesn't try to take a break to join you up front. Another benefit of having your dog travel in the trunk is that it is much tidier. You won't have to worry about dirty paw prints or lots of fur on the back seats.

When it comes to dog guards, there are two main types. You can install permanent dog protection, which usually requires your vehicle to be professionally installed. They are safe and durable and are recommended if you have large and strong dogs. Do-it-yourself dog fences are less reliable. If you have a well behaved dog that is small and not too strong, then having a dog guard that works on a telescoping pole system shouldn't be a problem. They are much cheaper than permanent, built-in ones, but they are much easier to knock over or break.

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There are several different options, and there is no clear answer to the question of which one is better. It is up to you to decide which method will be the safest for your dog in your car, but it can be helpful to know that there are choices to be made and that there may be an alternative if your furry friend's current method of transportation is not ideal.