Did you know that you can purchase dog car seats? You can. Using dog car seats when you travel with your beloved pet will keep him safe and secure during any mishaps. They are also a great way to keep him seated and out of your lap where he might distract your ability to drive safely.
There are many companies online that offer dog car seats. A search for the terms dog car seats will provide you with a listing. When you visit the sites during your research phase, pay attention to the level of security each dog car seat offers. It does no good at all to buy a dog car seat that will not function properly should anything happen.
When you go online to search for your dog car seats you'll notice that there are many different types. Some are for smaller pets only (up to around 18 pounds), while others are specifically made for larger pets. Many of these dog car seats allow the pet to look out the window while still being protected.
If you have more than one pet, you may want to consider purchasing 'twin' dog car seats or 'twin' booster seats. You may have to do a bit of deep research to find companies that offer these specialty seats.
In most cases, you will use your existing car seat belts to secure the dog car seat. These are usually easy to operate but make sure during your search that the instructions aren't going to drive you nuts or leave your pet in a less than secure position.
You will also want to check the type of covering material the dog car seat uses. You want something that is removable and easy to clean. Most companies have foreseen this need and offer a wide variety of coverings. Even so, don't be too tempted to buy something that looks great but will be a nightmare to remove and clean.
There are a couple of issues that you need to be careful about before purchasing your new dog car seats. One is the height of your pet. If you pet is tall, you will need to check how far off the seat your pet seat will be. If it's too high your pet may be uncomfortable, or worse yet, the restraining devices won't be effective. Another issue to pay particular attention to is the length of your seat belts. If there is any doubt that they are not long enough for the particular dog car seat you want, then you should extend them out and measure. Most companies offer information on how long the car seat belts must be in order for the dog car seats to work properly. In some cases, you can buy a car seat belt extension device that will work on your car, but you should check with the dog car seat manufacturer first.
Just remember to do your homework when buying your dog car seats and everything should work out fine.
