My dogs love to lay down in the car but I still would like to keep them safe. Is there enough give in this harness for them to be able to lay down?
27182
Yes, I use this as a tethering system for my dog in the back of the truck and he lays down all the time
27183
My dog love his harness...it work well in the car or out for a walk...there is adjustments on the harness if you need an area looser....The only thing that I dont like is that there is a thick fleese material on the back side of the flap that fits the front part of my dogs chest...If its warm it proabley makes his warmer...but he doesnt seem to mind...he would rather wear the harness then his collor...The harness is made very well, easy to put on, easy to adjust...best one I have ever found....
27184
In my experience, it's more how much play there is in your hook-up than "give" in the harness that will allow for laying down. I think the harness is comfortable in either position, tho'. I have different ways to attach harnesses and tethers in my vehicle - around the seat-belt buckled, directly into the seat-belt latch, and with a cross-tie (I have a Subaru Baja). Since the connection is on the back, this works with the 1st two alternatives. The tether is adjustable and I think you'll be able to find a length which allows your dogs to lay down without TOO much unwanted movement - obviously, the longer the tether, the greater the risk of injury when the dog reaches the end of it in an accident. I hope this rambling answer helps!
27185
Depends on how you attach it to the belt. There is a short loop that can slide along the shoulder portion. Not enough for my dog to move back and forth, but enough for him to sit and put his nose out.
27186
The belt that connects this harness to the car seat is adjustable, so it works for your dog when it lays down. My dog rides in a booster seat and the harness fastens to the back of the booster, he can lay down, sit or stand very easily.
1584634
I use this in the rear seat of my car and it works fine with the different collars or harness I have. It is a little flimsy but as yet hasn't failed, I only use it with my small dog.
142336
Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling.
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If you just use the pieces that come with the Vehicle Safety Harness, he will be able to lay down and move a little, but not from one side to the other, that would defeat the purpose of the harness. If you want him to have the extra ability to move just hook the harness to his leash and attach to seat belt. Hope that helps. I have a wrangle and I hook it to his lease and he has full mobility in the back of my jeep, but cannot jump out..
1368707
To keep your pet in place, have you used a harness with seat belt attachment?
708589
Don't know if that will be a problem. This is not designed as a pet garment. Might be uncomfortable for long time wear. It's not a very soft material. It is tightly woven to be durable. Plus there are lift handles which hang when not in use that may awkward when not in use. I have a very tolerant large dog and I would never consider leaving him in a harness for any longer than needed to get in and out of car or to move him as needed.
1397146
Yes. My dog got very upset and panicked because she could not move with this harness on. She has a longer than average body and I believe this was why the harness did not allow her to lay down and move side to side.
116306
We have the small, which is for our 11-lb. ShihTzu and it's perfect!! Not sure if the medium would be big enough....your best bet would be to measure your dog and compare that against the size of the car seat. You'll want enough space in the seating area for your dog to be able to lie down. It's still easy to see out the window, though, because the platform inside the seat is elevated.
315881
You can make the strap that attaches to the seat belt of your car shorter. This seat belt allows them as much movement as you want by adjusting the straps. My border collie loves it because she can still move around a bit but if I had to stop short - then, I know that she is protected. Much safer for her and for me when I'm driving!
608048
It could BUT if you had to stop sharply it would do damage to the dog's neck, a harness is so worth it, I just leave mine in the car attached all the time, it's so easy to then put it on the dog when needed, there are some very inexpencsive
58253
There is a loop on the outside of the carrier that you can put a seatbelt through. There is also a loop on the inside that you can attach to a dogs harness (not collar) if you want to limit their movement in the carrier. We buckle the carrier in if it's on a seat or put it on the floor of our minivan between the back 2 seats. We don't strap our dog in in the carrier because she tends to lay or sit down anyways. I hope that helps.
52835
Our Maltese is now nine pounds and has plenty of room to lay down in the large seat. While the dogs might fit while sitting, not sure about laying down. Also, I don't know that there is any way to connect two dogs with harnesses to the single strap and clasp attached to the seat.
1243415
Yes, it can. It is basically just a seatbelt strap with a hook in to your car seat belt on 1 end, and a clip to hook to your dog on the other. I usually clip it to a harness, but have also clipped it to a collar for short trips. Length is adjustable, so dog can wander a bit or be kept in 1 spot. Hope this helps!
1988058
Yes. The harness is a little small for my dogs (all 3 are under 15 pounds), it kind of chokes them. But I've started hooking it on something longer and it works now.
869056
You would have to open the seam and pull the belt attachment through it or keep the one side of the cover up so you can attach the belt underneath. The hammock cover for the backseat has the opening already and your dog would be safer in the backseat while you are driving. I even purchased the barrier so my Aussies remain in the back seat and can't try and sit in the front bucket seat. The products are very durable and I've machine washed them multiple times and always hang to dry.
889781
The harness comes with a strap that attaches to the seatbelt. When you put your dog in the car you will need to pull the seatbelt out until it locks and then you can attach the strap. When you hit the brakes the tension on the seatbelt won't let the dog move. It has helped alot with my dog. She used to almost fall to the floorboard when I braked. Now she seems more relaxed and safe...along with myself. ;)
2048385
Yes.. We have a 90 pound male golden retriever and he lays down comfortably in the back of our SUV. The strap is adjustable and hooks right to his collar. This product is amazing and definitely worth every penny!!