Dog Barrier Recommendations

[Infrared013]

Just curious if other T4R owners had any suggestions/recommendations for a dog barrier that would keep my pup in the back versus deciding to come up front? I have one but it was given to me and isnt very effective (comes loose, rattles, marks up the head liner etc) so - anyone found something that works?

thanks in advance

 

[marlin driver]

Just a thought, and I'm not trying to be a wise ass, but you could train your dog to stay where you put him. It really doesn't take long and will be much easier to live with than a barrier. If you aren't sure how to do it, a pro dog trainer should be able to teach both you and your dog in a couple of sessions, then you just have to follow through.

Feel free to disregard. Sorry, I don't have any info on a good barrier.

 

[mace.]

I agree on the training, but training won't keep your pooch contained in the rear in the event of an accident. I'm using a raingler cargo net strung across the back and attached to the plastic trim above the windows. I'm not a fan of how it looks so I'll switch it up soon. Someone posted one that attaches to the the rear headrests and doesn't touch the headliner at all. Not sure if it rattles or not. When I get back to a computer I'll try and search it out.

 

[Kubena]

i bought one from petsmart and modified it with 1" pipe insulation and a larger wooden base to secure it better and the foam doesnt mess up the headliner it work for my 140 lbs dog

 

[nw_4Runner]

Have you considered a crate, that's how I roll. It ensures the hound is secure, as are my passengers if there's an accident, and allows me to pack a lot more gear in there when camping/skiing, etc., and it's very easy to remove and use at other locations (again, such as camping).

 

[Infrared013]

as far as training goes...thats all well and good - hes actually fine in the back when we are driving but its if I get out do I come back and hes in my seat...im sure there re people who could train him to stay in the back but for the money and effort i could just use a barrier...

as far as the crate suggestion...one of the reasons I bought the T4R was for the rear window so he could enjoy it being down...crating him back there is a bit counter productive to that...and I'm not sure entirely how the addition of a crate affords you the space for a lot more camping/skiing gear...seems like it would occupy quite a bit of space

 

[gbell210]

i bought one from petsmart and modified it with 1" pipe insulation and a larger wooden base to secure it better and the foam doesnt mess up the headliner it work for my 140 lbs dog

Do you happen to have a photo of this? I think I may have the same barrier, but I can't envision how you used the 1" pipe insulation. I assume it was against the roof to prevent maring the headliner?

 

[SVBIED]

This is what I'm using for now...



Nature's Miracle™ AdvancedSingle Door Port-A-Crate - Dog - Sale - PetSmart

Strapped down in the back, pretty well ventilated being mostly mesh. Folds down mostly flat when not in use, keeps the bulk of the pet hair contained. I'm sill looking for something more secure, but this works for now.

This one is Joey, in his crate, giving me stink-eye.

 

[VT4runnin]

I had the same issue with my dog. I went through 3 barriers and he'd always find a way to barge or wiggle his way through it. I just started to leash him in the back. There is a small loop in the corner near the bumper. I hook his leash through there and give him some slack. He's to the point now where I can just put the leash on him and he thinks it attached so he stays put. Maybe try that?

 

[WaySlowWhitey]

I agree on the training, but training won't keep your pooch contained in the rear in the event of an accident. I'm using a raingler cargo net strung across the back and attached to the plastic trim above the windows. I'm not a fan of how it looks so I'll switch it up soon. Someone posted one that attaches to the the rear headrests and doesn't touch the headliner at all. Not sure if it rattles or not. When I get back to a computer I'll try and search it out.

I've thought about the Raingler net but have never seen a T4R installation. Do you have any pictures of your install?

 

[G8RB8_12SR5]

I have a dog barrier that I picked up off the internet somewhere, it's tension based but has suction cups at the top and bottom to disperse the pressure so it doesn't mar up your headliner. I don't use it anymore because I switched to a two crate set up and the fact that my 18 month old German Shorthair figured out just how to pull it down when I'm not in the car (he also knows how to open his crate from the inside). It's definitely solid, I'll probably sell it since I don't use it anymore, just have to find a box to put it in for shipping, PM me if you're interested and I'll try and get a pic of it in the 4R to give a better idea of how it looks.

I tried that one from PetSmart, and returned it because it had no top support, but didn't think of the pipe insulation to prevent marring at the time, nice idea.

 

[Skeletor03]

Do you think raingler could make a net for the back window for my pups? Something like a Nascar window.

 

[Kubena]

Do you happen to have a photo of this? I think I may have the same barrier, but I can't envision how you used the 1" pipe insulation. I assume it was against the roof to prevent maring the headliner?

i hope this attachment goes through if not PM me and i can send it off my phone to you

 

[4RBob]

we don't have kids, except for our two dogs. so we travel with back seats down. we use a tied-down crate for the smaller dog (45lbs) and the bigger dog (75lbs) travels outside the crate, but we have this on the FRONT seat headrests.

Pet Barrier For Cars / Backseat Area Barrier -- Orvis

 

[Infrared013]

awesome 4RBob - i literally just found this on amazon and about to purchase it. Before I do that can I ask your opinion of it? Would you recommend?

 

[nw_4Runner]

as far as the crate suggestion...one of the reasons I bought the T4R was for the rear window so he could enjoy it being down...crating him back there is a bit counter productive to that...and I'm not sure entirely how the addition of a crate affords you the space for a lot more camping/skiing gear...seems like it would occupy quite a bit of space

Only meant that if you put in the barrier, basically the entire cargo area becomes the crate, and then you're placing dog on gear, or gear around dog. That said, my dog is only 55lbs, and her crate isn't that big. Once she's secured, I can put in gear around crate, and even some on her crate, knowing she's safe - and my kids in 2nd row are too.

All that said, sounds like you're giving dog full freedom back there - which is great, esp. since you're putting up the barrier. Am sure she/he will also love the fresh air from the rear window. In all cases, let us know what you find that works and best of luck.

 

[Infrared013]

"fresh air" fro mthe rear window...except when i get a little too heavy on the foot and fill the entire car with carbon monoxide... sigh

 

[4RBob]

awesome 4RBob - i literally just found this on amazon and about to purchase it. Before I do that can I ask your opinion of it? Would you recommend?

it's not bad, keep in mind it will look lopsided if using on front headrests if the seats are in different positions. it will look better on rear headrests. also, if using on front headrests, they make a mesh attachment to fill the space below the carrier and above the center console. i don't have that because our bigger dog likes to rest his head there.

really a pet restraint (seatbelt, etc) or tied down crate is probably the safest bet. we use a wire crate (with everything zip-tied together) for the smaller dog so she can look out the back window. but, we don't normally drive with the rear window down (seems like it could be dangerous for the dogs back there long term).

 

[bofa]

There was another thread in another part of the forum that suggested this:

1" Utility Net - Large

I plan to order it for our big trip later this year to keep my two labs in the back.

Edit: And the reason I'm leaning this way is because of all of the other possible applications... so I don't feel like I'm dropping $100 just for some divider that has a specific use.

 

[TOPDECK]

There are these: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Speski-OffRoad-LTD/206822032669347

It is a cargo barrier but will work for dogs too. I guess they don't have a website right now, only a FB.