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Equipping Your Vehicle with Dog Car Seats

doglover — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:27:42 +0000

If you have a dog that loves going out and you also happen to be a keen driver you probably take your canine pal with you quite frequently. However, while once or twice can be alright you shouldn’t make it a habit to drive your dog around without some proper dog car seats in your vehicle. Just like a baby requires a specialized baby car seat a dog can also benefit greatly in terms of traveling safety if you let it ride in a specially designed seat.

Size is the most important consideration in this purchase. First, you should realize that not every dog is suitable for riding in the front. There are some breeds that have a frame that’s just way too large to allow the animal to comfortably sit in the front seat, in which case instead of buying a small front car seat for your dog, you should look for a seat cover for the back seat and let the dog sit there.

In addition, even though the sizes for dog seats tend to be standard and most manufacturers stick to those standards there are still some variations from one model to another so make sure you have your car’s exact dimensions handy (more specifically those of your seats).

If your dog tends to release a lot of loose fur, there are some seat designs that can accommodate to that problem by retaining the hair that falls off and allowing you to easily clean it later. This kind of feature tends to add quite a bit to the price though, so make sure you really do need it before investing in a seat that offers it.

And of course you shouldn’t just blindly get the first dog car seat you see – think about how it will suit your car’s design and get something that will actually look good on your current seats and seat covers. You may not find a suitable-looking model from the first manufacturer you examine, but don’t limit yourself to the choices they’re giving you and have a look at what other companies/stores can offer you.

You won’t be buying another dog car seat any time soon, so you might as well make this one first choice really count. Last but not least, consider your dog’s opinion – give the seat a test drive if the seller allows it, and give your dog the occasional eye to see if it’s comfortable.

Aero Pet Carrier

doglover — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 07:28:16 +0000

Aero-pet Pet Carrier

Perfect for the traveling pet Airline approved and meets TSA requirements for pet carriers in passenger cabins. Fits perfectly underneath an airline passenger seat. Made of 840 denier nylon Aero-Pet is ultra light with a molded exterior and a cozy padded interior. Six double mesh windows provide ventilation and security.

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Wheeled Pet Carrier Airline Approved

doglover — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:15:52 +0000

Tally Ho Wheeled Pet Carrier

Finally… A combination pet carrier and light travel case for both pet and owner. Dragging a pet carrier and an overnight bag is so passe! Argo has successfully combined the best of both worlds in the new Tally-Ho wheeled pet carrier. The perfect pet carrier, especially if you both travel frequently or long distances.

Fits in the Overhead Compartment: Designed to meet strict airline pet carrier regulations, while carefully considering the comfort and shelter needs of your pet (check with your specific airline for their requirements). The Tally-Ho pet carrier case will fit in most airplanes overhead compartments.

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Celltei Angies Collection Mandarin Gold Pet Carrier

doglover — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 09:50:47 +0000

Celltei Angies Collection Mandarin Gold Pet Carrier
The Celltei Mandarin Gold’s shape was designed to resemble a woman’s silhouette. The buttery soft strap and trim are genuine leather and the fabric usually used to make saris is 100% Indian silk. The intricate beading has been sewn in by hand. The front velcro closure opens to reveal an expanse of faux fur lining that is even softer than the fur on a golden retriever puppy. The piece de resistance is the golden mesh webbing on the back for ventilation.

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Pink Suv Pet Stroller

doglover — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:44:18 +0000

Pink Suv Pet Stroller Luxury Travel For Your Dog

Your Dog will travel in style with this luxury SUV pet stroller.The Fifth Ave Pet Stroller SUV pink version is 30% bigger, with larger, high traction tires, and more carrier head room. You can now stroll with your pet in comfort & style with the standard of luxury in our Pet Stroller line. With a durable pink fabric and chrome frame & fittings, plus a cup holder, this stylish stroller will turn heads as you enjoy an outing with your cat or small dog.

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All Terrain Pet Stroller

doglover — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 03:26:44 +0000

The newest trend in pampering your dog is to use a pet stroller. There are a variety of pet strollers available. Imagine pushing your stroller in the park with your pampered pooch going for the ride. I like this all terrain stroller because you can take your pet off the paved trails. This makes it easier to get around especially in parks that don’t have paved trails. It has a wind and rain cover so your pet won’t get wet if it starts to rain.

A real plus is this heavy duty stroller will accomodate a pet up to 60 lbs.

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