Would you be able to post a few more pics of your back area setup? I've got 2 pooches and haven't decided if i want to do the backseats only setup (with a seat extender), or lay down the backseats completely.
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Would you be able to post a few more pics of your back area setup? I've got 2 pooches and haven't decided if i want to do the backseats only setup (with a seat extender), or lay down the backseats completely.
cb1111
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Not yet. I always try to research well in advance. I'll probably decide in a month or so.
My GSD will only ride in the hatch area or she'll invariably end up sitting in driver's seat the second I lease the car - never the passenger seat.
cb1111
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Maybe because is that is where the exhaust is?
jwscott79
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You stated in a previous post that you shouldn't have the window down when idling, why? I don't make a habit out of it but sometimes I do find the vehicle sitting at idle with the window down, stop lights, stop signs, parking lots, my driveway on occasion...My question was not meant to be sarcastic or smart assed, I've simply never heard anyone mention this before and thought maybe I missed the memo.
Does anyone else have an answer as to why one would suggest that it is not advisable to have the rear window down while idling?
Cloud9
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English Bulldogs. The good squad!!
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SoCalRunner
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My old buddy, Zeus, passed away a couple of years ago. He had us for 15 years. He was a mini rat terrier. The family decided it was time to bring in a new member so we adopted "Rango". He is a Decker rat terrier and will be slightly larger than Zeus. He should have an easier time getting in/out of the truck.
My old buddy, Zeus, passed away a couple of years ago. He had us for 15 years. He was a mini rat terrier. The family decided it was time to bring in a new member so we adopted "Rango". He is a Decker rat terrier and will be slightly larger than Zeus. He should have an easier time getting in/out of the truck.
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Friggin Idiot
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I actually don't have much of a setup for the cargo area. I mostly adjust around the dog with whatever I carry. My loadout depends on the length of the trip of course, but here's how I handle the dog.
I keep a queen size fitted sheet tucked around my HuskyLiner cargo mat with the end towards the rear seats kept undone.
On short trips I put the loose end over the rear seat with a short bungee cord around each head rest. She rides in the cargo area for these runs. Although if you had 2 similarly sized dogs behind the rear seats, there wouldn't be much room for cargo.
For long trips I fold down the rear seats, and the queen sheet stretches over the rear seats backs even while they lay flat. I take the flat sheet and tuck it in the forward headrests (or throw it over them), tuck some between the forwards seats and the rear seat bottoms folded forward. The rest lays down over top of the rear seat bottoms onto the rear seat backs. I put her bed behind the driver's seat for the long rides, though it is a tall jump to get in/out. She's older (15 now) so can't even jump in the rear hatch anymore.
The sheets really are more to catch dog hair than anything else, though there's still plenty that ends up on & in the driver rear door and on the floor.
cb1111
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Neither was my response - except perhaps it came off that way - sorry
The rear window is a great place for carbon monoxide to enter the car. Read the third bullet in the link and the corresponding paragraph. Then there is this article where the paragraph on "cars and Carbon Monoxide" is on point.
Then there are the aerodynamics of the rear of an SUV (figure 1.3 is a good visual) and then there is this from several years ago.
When moving, the exhaust gets sucked in. When you're standing still, the fumes go upward and sneak right into that back window - something that people often overlook.
My old Typhoon from 1992 had a warning in the owner's manual not to idle with the rear window open.
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Its funny how dogs do that- a tractor forum I was on had lots of pics of dogs sitting in the seat on their owner's tractor.
My Sheperdoodle steals my LazyBoy every time I get up
utctscanr75
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When moving, I would imagine having the front windows open would negate that risk as it would push air through the car and out even with the back window partially down.
BADCLOWN
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We have two shepherds and the first mod I had done was the canvasback liners. Life saver when you have two dogs this big that love to ride with all the windows down. Hair still manages to get everywhere and I usually take a drive down the road after they have been offloaded to get most of the hair out and then vacuum the rest.
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Mudhorn
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We have 2 Okimix (Japanese mutts). IMO mutts are great dogs and there are a lot that need good homes.
I did grow up with a lot of dogs and each breed have their positives. Definitely find a breed that fits your lifestyle and all enjoy the outdoor adventures.
Definitely recommend buying Canvasback regardless of the breed. Even if you don’t have a dog the protection in the cargo compartment is functional and looks good.
I did grow up with a lot of dogs and each breed have their positives. Definitely find a breed that fits your lifestyle and all enjoy the outdoor adventures.
Definitely recommend buying Canvasback regardless of the breed. Even if you don’t have a dog the protection in the cargo compartment is functional and looks good.
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Samus is turning 7 this year, which means she's more than middle aged. Despite being active, she's put on some weight these last 2 years (weighs 100lbs.). She still manages jumping up into the cargo, but it's tough and once in a while she doesn't make it on the first try. Plus, I'm also planning on lifting soon, which would add 1" in the rear. I'm going to buy those collapsible dog steps and hope they can hold her weight because we take her everywhere, and she isn't getting any younger. Any recommendations? I wish I could still lift her up like I used to.
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Thebeastlives
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Wow I have 2 of the same dogs you have. My gs is hand full and I wouldn't recommend a pure quality GS to anyone unless they know the breed well and can deal with their demanding needs. The GS is the smartest dog I've ever owned and that might not be a good thing if you cant give them the time to exercise their brains. They are working dogs and require lots of input and physical challenges. If you are a couch potato or you can't handle a dominant demanding breed look elsewhere. The bulldog is lazy and not very smart but she is the perfect opposite to him. She is stubborn but a ball of joy n sweetness.
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Yah I had the same thought. Every dog is different...as I found out.
We adopted a Staffy/Cattle Dog mix. Generally she is not a bad dog, but she has a mind of her own. She is smart, high energy, and very athletic (she can just about do a back flip) and tough as nails. She is just sketchy looking enough that people leave us alone and a lap dog at the house.
Here's the down side. She has some Staffy in there and her prey drive is very high - watch out squirrels. I wouldn't trust here off leash. Another great feature is she's a puker. She get's so excited when she is in the car she makes herself sick - literally. If we go on a road trip, we slip her few (Veterinarian approved) benadryls and put her in her crate for the ride. Then's she's almost a normal dog when we get there.
My recommendation would be
We adopted a Staffy/Cattle Dog mix. Generally she is not a bad dog, but she has a mind of her own. She is smart, high energy, and very athletic (she can just about do a back flip) and tough as nails. She is just sketchy looking enough that people leave us alone and a lap dog at the house.
Here's the down side. She has some Staffy in there and her prey drive is very high - watch out squirrels. I wouldn't trust here off leash. Another great feature is she's a puker. She get's so excited when she is in the car she makes herself sick - literally. If we go on a road trip, we slip her few (Veterinarian approved) benadryls and put her in her crate for the ride. Then's she's almost a normal dog when we get there.
My recommendation would be
- Get a puppy if you can, there is less baggage. She was a rescue and we don't know what happened to her before we got her.
- Expose to everything and socialize it as much as you can early.
- Get a medium energy dog, not a sloth and not a rocket. In the middle.
- Don't get a small dog if you want to hike. Their little legs get tired quickly.
- Get professional help and go to the training classes. You need to speak dog. Even (especially) little dogs and their owner's need training.
Ask your vet about using Benadryl. She is a bit hyper and it mellows her out too.
I will have to check out the Cerenia. If it works well, we don't do that much traveling but it would be nice to bring the dog. At $10 it's only 2 gallons of gas around here.
The Benedryl and a crate she made it from San Jose to Las Vegas and back with no issues.
