my dogs are about 42 pounders. a bc and a bcx. we'd like to take them on vacation.they are very good girls in the truck.
we'd like to take my honda ridgeline. we want them to ride inside, not in the truck bed. right now, we fold up the rear seats and put their beds on the floor. but we are worried that might not be safe enough.
i've been doing a little research. a company called ruff riders makes a harness that you attach to the seat belt and has been crash tested by allianz insurance in germany. however, i can't find the actual results. another company has done some testing too, and claims that their results are good. but, they did their own testing. i'm not saying that they are lying but i would prefer the opinion of a neutral party, a testing expert.
the other option is to put them in crates or kennels, but i have read about both breaking in an accident. and, i am not sure how i would secure them. what would i attach them to, and how? but if it is a safe option i will look into it.
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Crates.....
The seatbelt harnesses can break or shift and cause internal injuries. I had a bitch go nuts at a passing dog - got caught up and dislocated her shoulder - I won't touch them.
You can secure crates / kennels to tie down straps / to each other / seat backs / door handles. Depends on the design of the car really.
Ben McDonald Webboard User Reg: 05-25-2011
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I second that on crates. Your not going to find a seatbelt or other restraint device anywhere on the market that can even come close to the safety of a good sturdy crate.
Sizing an appropriately sized crate is easy, it's just enough room for them to stand, turn around and lie down. Making sure it is well ventilated, and a few extra pit stops are made to strech and go potty. Attached fans are also an option if you so choose.
They also make cool beds for crates, which come in handy.
If you do opt to go with a seatbelt type harness system, then I would take a close look at Champion Canine Seatbelt System, the construction of it is easily one of the best, if not the best. But, I would look hard at a crate situation.
I think there are concerns with whatever method one chooses. I have a similar dilemma. I want my dogs to travel as safely as possible, but there is no way I can fit two crates large enough for my dogs in any of my vehicles.
I'm posting this video just as food for thought; I'm not endorsing one way over the other. I think the size and number of dogs being transported and the type of vehicle may limit choices.
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I use crates when traveling but have used seatbelt harnesses for calmer dogs on occasion for short distances. I figure they're at least better than a loose dog.
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