Car Safety Harness for Dogs
We wouldn’t think of putting our kids in the car without a safe and comfortable seat, so why is it that only 2% of dog owners in the UK use a safety harness for their dog?! Is it because you would be breaking the law by not to buckling up your child in a car, but not your dog? I don’t believe that to be true, I think we all have the general safety of our children uppermost in our mind, therefore why do we take risks with our precious pets who are just as much a part of our family as our children. I believe that it’s down to the fact that we need to raise awareness on the fact that there are products we can buy to ensure our pet’s safety whilst travelling.
So why use a safety harness when travelling?
Always be prepared for the unexpected - Every year there are cases of both dogs and their owners being seriously injured, or killed as a result of road accidents where the dog wasn’t safely secured. A lot of people don’t realise that by not buckling up their dog whilst in the car that they are not only putting their pet’s safety at risk, but also their own safety, along with other passengers in the car.
Some points to note when purchasing a harness:
It’s extremely important that you purchase a harness which has been specifically designed for the purpose of travelling, rather than just a standard dog harness, as travel harnesses have special safety features and extra padding to absorb the impact of a collision.
Here are some examples of Car Safety Harness' stocked by Scot-Petshop. Please visit our website to view our full range
Trixie Dog Protect Padded Safety Harness:This harness is suited to all types of car and is available in three different sizes. It will keep both your dog and all passengers safe, as well ensuring that your dog isn't able to jump around within the car causing a distraction. It has ample padding making it comfortable for your dog to wear and can even be used as a walking harness.
Medium - 50-65cm/20mm - Suitable for, eg: Border CollieLarge - 65-80cm/25mm - Suitable for, eg: Golden Retriever
Extra Large - 80-100cm/25mm - Suitable for, eg: Rottweiler
This fully adjustable harness comes in 5 different sizes , making it suitable for all breeds ad sizes of dog (please note, the short lead means this harness is unsuitable for Ford and Volvo, however, alternative buckles are available separately) It's fast and easy to put on and can double up as a walking harness. It will keep your dog safe from harm and avoid them from distracting you when driving, therefore keeping you and your passengers safe too
Extra Small - 20-50cm - Suitable for, eg: Yorkshire Terrier
Small - 30-60cm - Suitable for, eg: West Highland Terrier
Medium - 50-70cm - Suitable for, eg: Border Collie
Large - 70-90cm - Suitable for. eg: Labrador
Extra Large - 80-110cm - Suitable for, eg: Bernese Mountain Dog
This car booster seat will keep your dog contained and avoid distraction to you when driving. It also enables your dog to look out of the window and will make a comfortable base for your dog when travelling. It provides a warm and cosy base for your dog when travelling
Measurements - 45 x 38 x 37 cm
All in all, there are various options available and there really is no excuse not to ensure your dog’s safety whilst travelling. Some other European countries have made it law to buckle up your dog and it may not be long before it’s more than just common sense in this country too. View our extensive range of car harnesses at Scot-Petshop
Other Car Accessories you may be interested in:
Heated Car Seat Cover:
Features and Benefits of Heated Car Seat Cover:
This car seat cover keeps your seats free from dirt and pet hair whilst also providing your dog with a comfortable area of his/her own when travelling. This cover is ideal for old or sick dogs as it has a heated area as well as an unheated area so they can choose where to lie. The non-slip coating provides more safety and hold for the dog. The soft padding adds extra comfort and the zips make it possible to buckle the dog up.
Features and Benefits of Car Safety Dog Guard
This practical and easy to fit car safety dog guard will keep your pet contained and safe whilst travelling. It also offers you peace of mind that your dog can't roam about the car freely and causing distraction to the driver.
Folding Ramp for Dogs:
This folding ramp is an excellent solution for dogs with health issues which prevent them from being able to get in and out of the car. It also has a non-slip coating ensuring your dog doesn't slip as they descend the ramp.
Measurements:
40 x 156 cm
Check out our full range of products at www.scot-petshop.com for everything you could possibly want/need for your pet.
Heated Car Seat Cover:
This car seat cover keeps your seats free from dirt and pet hair whilst also providing your dog with a comfortable area of his/her own when travelling. This cover is ideal for old or sick dogs as it has a heated area as well as an unheated area so they can choose where to lie. The non-slip coating provides more safety and hold for the dog. The soft padding adds extra comfort and the zips make it possible to buckle the dog up.
Features and Benefits of Car Safety Dog GuardThis practical and easy to fit car safety dog guard will keep your pet contained and safe whilst travelling. It also offers you peace of mind that your dog can't roam about the car freely and causing distraction to the driver.
Folding Ramp for Dogs:This folding ramp is an excellent solution for dogs with health issues which prevent them from being able to get in and out of the car. It also has a non-slip coating ensuring your dog doesn't slip as they descend the ramp.
Measurements:
40 x 156 cm
Check out our full range of products at www.scot-petshop.com for everything you could possibly want/need for your pet.
Dog car harness is like must for the dog owners. I myself owning 3 dogs and I always prefer buying the quality harness for my dogs.
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