03-20-2019, 09:16 AM
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Softex seat material vs. dog nails
Everyone, piggybacking off the prospective dog buyer thread, how does the softex seat material hold up to dogs claws? Any protection needed? Thanks
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03-20-2019, 09:30 AM
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Mine has held up well, my oldest dog did scratch the back rest on the driver's side the first time in the vehicle but I've had them in and out dozens of times and never had an issue. I do have the CanvasBack liners in the back for them but nothing on the front seats
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03-20-2019, 09:41 AM
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I put a Mud River seat cover to protect the rear seat my dog rides on.
Never chanced having her nails tear up the Softex upholstery.
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03-20-2019, 11:42 AM
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After myself - my dog is the most common passenger in my 4Runner. Softex holds up great. No cuts. No tears. No scratches at all in mine. I have a 2yr old boxer - so midsize dog. She has scratched a few spots on the second row door plastic sill. That's probably where you need the most protection.
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03-20-2019, 01:07 PM
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What Jetboy said. I have two labs 90 and 65 pounds. They are in my truck constantly for the last 3 years with no issues with the Softex. That being said if they are super muddy from the dog park they go in the cargo area
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03-20-2019, 07:03 PM
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No complaints from me either. I have a 55# pointer mix that likes to hang out wherever she wants. I own one of those backseat hammock deals for dogs but I don’t even use it. It’s actually in my girlfriends 2001 4Runner.
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03-20-2019, 07:45 PM
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Softex holds up to dog claws extremely well to my surprise.
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03-20-2019, 08:20 PM
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No issues here either after 10k miles, most with a Lab.
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03-20-2019, 11:42 PM
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It's quite durable vs dogs nails. No worries.
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03-21-2019, 06:55 AM
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not to hijack but semi related, anyone know of any ladder/step system for dogs to help them get in the back? I have an aussie who is getting old who is having a real hard time jumping that high anymore
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03-21-2019, 07:42 AM
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Quote:
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not to hijack but semi related, anyone know of any ladder/step system for dogs to help them get in the back? I have an aussie who is getting old who is having a real hard time jumping that high anymore
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I used on of these:
PetSTEP Folding Pet Ramp, Graphite - Chewy.com
However, there are cheaper versions. I needed something pretty stout for my St. Bernard and 2 Akitas when I had them. Downside with every step I've seen is they're bulky and hard to store.
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03-21-2019, 11:16 AM
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I've also had good luck with dog nails and Softex. It's even great for cleaning up dog puke in the driver's seat... 
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03-21-2019, 11:44 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bjohnson425
not to hijack but semi related, anyone know of any ladder/step system for dogs to help them get in the back? I have an aussie who is getting old who is having a real hard time jumping that high anymore
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I picked this up, dogs haven't figured out how to use it yet but planning to work with them and train them to use it. My 12 year old is having some arthritis and can't jump up as easily as she used to
Solvit PupSTEP Car Hitch Pet Step, Black - Chewy.com
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03-21-2019, 04:06 PM
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Thanks Everyone!
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I hope they hold up well since there ain't crap available for seat covers for the 4 Runner. It was so easy to modify things in my Jeep. 4 Runner sucks and everything is so stupid expensive.
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