Best Way to Transport a Dog!

[tonkat]

We have one (don't use it now) and when we did use it, it was ok. It slides around quite a bit, but the good thing is that it contains a lot of the dog hair that would otherwise be all over the seat as well as keeps any mud off your seat. We have leather in both vehicles and found that it's just easier to let the dog ride on a blanket in the cargo area of my T4R or back seat of hubby's chevy p/u.

As for those of you who let your dog ride with his/her head hanging out of the window, I can't stress enough how BAD that is... working in vet clinics, I have seen countless numbers of scratched corneas, knocked out eyes, damaged ears, etc on dogs because of this... please don't do it... sure, the dog seems to love it, but it's dangerous!

 

[Koz]

We have one (don't use it now) and when we did use it, it was ok. It slides around quite a bit, but the good thing is that it contains a lot of the dog hair that would otherwise be all over the seat as well as keeps any mud off your seat. We have leather in both vehicles and found that it's just easier to let the dog ride on a blanket in the cargo area of my T4R or back seat of hubby's chevy p/u.

As for those of you who let your dog ride with his/her head hanging out of the window, I can't stress enough how BAD that is... working in vet clinics, I have seen countless numbers of scratched corneas, knocked out eyes, damaged ears, etc on dogs because of this... please don't do it... sure, the dog seems to love it, but it's dangerous!

Really GREAT advice!

Koz

 

[Riser]

I'm getting my dog in January. I measured and a 42" crate will just barely fit (I plan to put it in sideways). I'm then going to tie down the crate within the cargo area. The crate will be on top of a husky liner too, unless someone else here has a better idea?

 

[tonkat]

The biggest problem with a Pit is they want to be as close as possible (All the time). Sitting on my lap is where he would be most comfortable, if it was up to him.

Koz

As the former owner of 2 Pits (mixes) myself, I know exactly where you're coming from! Buddy would always have to have his head on your shoulder while you were driving/in front seat and Tiger would always try to sneak into the front seat onto your lap when she thought you weren't looking!

The best dogs, truly.... RIP Buddy & Tiger...

 

[Koz]

I'm getting my dog in January. I measured and a 42" crate will just barely fit (I plan to put it in sideways). I'm then going to tie down the crate within the cargo area. The crate will be on top of a husky liner too, unless someone else here has a better idea?

The crate should be just high enough so the adult dog can just stand. By keeping the crate at the minimum height that will encourage them to lay down and relax (Even at home).

Koz

 

[Riser]

yep, thats exactly what I plan to do

 

[Koz]

As the former owner of 2 Pits (mixes) myself, I know exactly where you're coming from! Buddy would always have to have his head on your shoulder while you were driving/in front seat and Tiger would always try to sneak into the front seat onto your lap when she thought you weren't looking!

The best dogs, truly.... RIP Buddy & Tiger...

I've had pure Pits for the last 35 years! The two most important qualities in breeding Pit Bulls is gameness (The inner drive to NEVER give up) and not being aggressive towards people (Being able to physically handle the dog under EXTREME conditions). That being said, the purer the bloodline the more affectionate/gentle they are with people. The bloodline I've owned is the oldest/purest bloodline that has ever existed (Colby bloodline). These dogs are the most affectionate dogs I have ever seen. My wife has to allow the dog to go in the bathroom with her because he gets upset when the door is closed between them. Not only that, he tries to climb up on her lap while she is on the toilet. Talk about being off topic!

Koz

 

[puckslpr]

K9 Transport the way it should be!!!

I've been working a K9 for the last 5 years with our local Sheriff's department. I have seen multiple accidents with K9's in and out of kennels. In my opinion, the best method of transport is inside a properly sized kennel/crate. I believe in this so much, I had a custom Kennel made for my new T4R 2013 Trail. It's 42 x 28 inside. This will accommodate even a large GSD or Mal. I work a Labrador and a Bloodhound for the department and have tossed the dogs around in the back. Never once has either of my dogs had any problems inside the kennels. Once again... just my opinion!

Here is my new Kennel...

 

[mace.]

I've been working a K9 for the last 5 years with our local Sheriff's department. I have seen multiple accidents with K9's in and out of kennels. In my opinion, the best method of transport is inside a properly sized kennel/crate. I believe in this so much, I had a custom Kennel made for my new T4R 2013 Trail. It's 42 x 28 inside. This will accommodate even a large GSD or Mal. I work a Labrador and a Bloodhound for the department and have tossed the dogs around in the back. Never once has either of my dogs had any problems inside the kennels. Once again... just my opinion!

Here is my new Kennel...

Sorry but this is the best way to transport your dog.

 

[claytorr]

Where did you get the kennel made we have a mal and I would like to get something like this for our 2010?

 

[sandcrawler]

since [MENTION=94991]puckslpr[/MENTION] hasn't logged on in over a year, you're unlikely to get a response, unfortunately.

you must be commended, however, for plumbing the forum's depths to dredge up this old thread and ask your question within it. your post is time-stamped 12:31 AM and you've already won the day, good sir. :hatsoff: