Submitted by: Tom Blackman

According to the Human Society of the United States, there are more than 77.5 million dogs in this country. That s a lot of dogs.

Many of those dogs are bound to take a ride in a car at some point or another. Having a dog in your car can have its problems. Dogs can claw and even chew the interior of your car. Additionally, they leave behind hair and dirt.

Having a dog in your car can also be a safety issue. Dogs can jump out of the vehicle or distract you from driving.

To help keep you safe and to help protect your car, you should consider getting some of the following car accessories for your dog.

Dog Barriers

Dog barriers are a great way to keep your dog confined to a certain area of your car or sport utility vehicle. Dog barriers help section off a part of your car to keep your dog out. Dog barriers can be a canvas barrier that separates the backseat from the front seat. They can also be a metal fence you install that separates the back of your SUV from the rest of the vehicle.

Seat Covers

Seat covers are a great way to protect your car s seats from a dog. This is especially important if your dog rides in the back seat. A canvas seat cover will keep hair and dirt from becoming embedded in your car s seat. Seat covers also protect your vehicle from clawing and ripping the seats.

When purchasing a seat cover, be sure to measure your car s backseats to ensure you get a seat cover that properly fits.

Dog Tents and Kennels

Pet tents and kennels are a great way to keep your dog confined to a particular area of your or SUV. Pet tents and kennels are great for dogs that may get nervous when riding in a car. Pent tents and kennels are crates in which you can house your dog.

Pet tents are typically made out of canvas where as kennels are made out of a hard plastic or wire.

Dog Beds

If you plan on going on a long road trip, you will want to have a dog bed in your car. This will allow the dog to get more comfortable during long road trips. A dog bed for long road trips also helps to make your dog feel more secure and safe.

Water Bowls

Having a water bowl is especially important if you plan on leaving your dog in the car for an extended period of time or if you are going on a long road trip with your dog. It is important to note that if it is very hot outside, you should not leave your dog alone in an unattended car.

Summary

Any of the accessories mentioned above will help make your ride more enjoyable with your dog. It s also important to note that none of these accessories replaces proper training. Every dog riding in a car should be able to obey basic commands.

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