Bundyburger Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) I've just bought a new wagon, and the dogs will be travelling in the back as they need the space. There's 6 tether points but I'm not sure what we should be attatching to their harnesses and the tether points. In our current cars they sit in the back seat, but we bought this car so that they'll have more space to sit in the boot, as two medium sized dogs gets awfully squishy on the back seat (and they get grumpy on long trips when they can't both fit to stretch out properly). The car does not have a cargo barrier, and even if it did, I'd still prefer that they're actually secure in the back and can't do anything silly. A cargo barrier will be installed when I can afford it, but it's a few months away as other things need to be done first. Any suggestions gratefully recieved. Edited August 6, 2011 by Bundyburger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Daisy Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I have my two Goldens on a flat collar with their leads tied to the tether points but for my Shih Tzu (who doesn't lie nice and still) I have her in a harness with the lead a bit shorter. She can still sit up and look out the window and turn around but not reach the back seats and try and hang herself by jumping over the seat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erinonthefarm Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Are you asking what equipment to use or how to tie them? I would be using a harness and not a collar first up, if you haven't already thought about that. Have you thought about a dog trailer, they are suprisingly light and affordable? Not sure what a brand new cargo barrier is worth but you can pick up second hand trailers for under a grand. I know what you're saying about squishy, our 10 month old dobe had to be put in the crate in the back as he takes over the backseat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bundyburger Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) I'm not sure what to use or how to tie them in the back. They'll be wearing their harnesses, and as to a dog trailer, well that's not necessary and is just overkill I only have two dogs, and they're pets. If i can tether them properly i probably won't even need a cargo barrier, I was just answering that question before it got asked... Edited August 6, 2011 by Bundyburger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malamum Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I use a car harness which has a D ring on the back. I then feed a leash, clip through the handle so it's secure around the D ring and then clip the end of the leash to one of the anchor points on the floor of the cargo area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 hey, Bundyburger..to avoid oldies like me having heart attacks about dogs in the boot - maybe adjust the title to 'rear of wagon' or somesuch?? Sorry .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bundyburger Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) I use a car harness which has a D ring on the back. I then feed a leash, clip through the handle so it's secure around the D ring and then clip the end of the leash to one of the anchor points on the floor of the cargo area. Ohh thats a really good idea :D Will try that I think Might even just hunt down some double ended leads, that could work Lol Pers good point Edited August 6, 2011 by Bundyburger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malamum Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I hunted around to find a couple of short leashes (not your usual 6ft ones) and they just stay attached to the harnesses all the time as I never use them for anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJean Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) I've just bought a new wagon, and the dogs will be travelling in the back as they need the space. There's 6 tether points but I'm not sure what we should be attatching to their harnesses and the tether points. In our current cars they sit in the back seat, but we bought this car so that they'll have more space to sit in the boot, as two medium sized dogs gets awfully squishy on the back seat (and they get grumpy on long trips when they can't both fit to stretch out properly). The car does not have a cargo barrier, and even if it did, I'd still prefer that they're actually secure in the back and can't do anything silly. A cargo barrier will be installed when I can afford it, but it's a few months away as other things need to be done first. Any suggestions gratefully recieved. From Bunnings you can get cargo barriers and they are around $60. or dog barrier thingys for the rear sections of 4WDs and stations wagons. Edited August 6, 2011 by lilli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bundyburger Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 I've just bought a new wagon, and the dogs will be travelling in the back as they need the space. There's 6 tether points but I'm not sure what we should be attatching to their harnesses and the tether points. In our current cars they sit in the back seat, but we bought this car so that they'll have more space to sit in the boot, as two medium sized dogs gets awfully squishy on the back seat (and they get grumpy on long trips when they can't both fit to stretch out properly). The car does not have a cargo barrier, and even if it did, I'd still prefer that they're actually secure in the back and can't do anything silly. A cargo barrier will be installed when I can afford it, but it's a few months away as other things need to be done first. Any suggestions gratefully recieved. From Bunnings you can get cargo barriers and they are around $60. or dog barrier thingys for the rear sections of 4WDs and stations wagons. Ohh really? Will have to go look then :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty Miss Emma Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I Have a little one who has eaten through 4 leads while tethered in the back of my car. I got a short length of chain (about 1-1.5ft) and it has a carabiner (or you could use a dog clip) at each end and gets attached to her harness and a tether point in the car. But a double ended leash would do the same thing if yours don't eat through leashes!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Check out eBay for cargo barriers, you can usually pick one up for less than $50 if you keep your eyes open ;) As for tethering I use one of these: http://waggle.com.au/petbuckle-b18/kwik-connect-tether-p272 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakway Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Put them in crates in the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty Miss Emma Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Check out eBay for cargo barriers, you can usually pick one up for less than $50 if you keep your eyes open ;) As for tethering I use one of these: http://waggle.com.au/petbuckle-b18/kwik-connect-tether-p272 That tether looks great!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tilly Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I have a little hatch back ... so I use the baby seat anchor point and a double ended lead. The cheapest lead is the blue and white waterski cord (it comes in two sizes - this is the bigger of the two) available in hardware stores and 2 decent clips - it is easy to do and can be made to any length - this is a photo of a longer one I made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trishm Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 I have a station wagon and a cargo barrier, but I am paranoid about being rear ended and unable to get to the dogs who could be badly injured. So they sit on the back seat in harnesses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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