There are many back seat hammocks, but in my opinion, the Kurgo Back Seat Hammocks are by far the best on the market.
Made of durable, washable, waterproof canvas, this hammock fits most back seats by attaching around your head rests. It is a great and easy way to keep your seats free of dirt and damage.
Unlike most other hammocks, the Kurgo Back Seat Hammock can also accomodate a passenger as well as a car seat, along with your dog. Just unzip the the zipper in the middle of the hammock and you have legroom! And of course, there are openings for your seat belt and dog's safety harness.
While we do recommend you buckle up your pet for safety, in the event you do not, the hammock can prevent your dog from sliding off the seat onto the floor and possibly being injured by a sudden stop.
The Back Seat Hammock is available in Khaki or Black and comes with its own carrying case and water bottle.
Retail price $59.99. Buy here!
If your have have an older dog, try sitting in the car with the engine off for a short period of time. Reward with a treat. When this is no longer challenging, sit in the car with the engine on and reward with a treat. The next step is a quick car ride and then hopefully you will soon have a nice, calm Furry Traveler.
If these steps don't work, there are all-natural stress relievers such as Rescue Remedy for Pets you can try. These work by gently calming your dog's nerves. You can administer directly or put a few drops in the water bowl.
If your dog is used to a crate, traveling in the crate can be comforting as well as safe. Put a familiar blanket or toy in the crate and secure it from sliding around while you drive.
Make sure you bring plenty of water to keep your pet properly hydrated.
Of course, NEVER leave your pet in an unattended vehicle.
You can find some great travel items at www.furrytravelers.com/11.html!
The Susan Lanci Travel Sling is one of my favorite products for small dogs. If you have a little one that loves to be held, this will really make your life easier. When you use this pet sling, your dog will still feel the comfort of being held right next to your body, but you will have the convenience and comfort of having both arms free.
I use this pet sling with Cookie (9 lbs.) whenever I take her to a consumer or trade show. She settles right into the sling and barely moves until I take her out. She will even tuck her little face in it and take a nap. It is so cute!
Because the sling is lightweight and breathable, it is very comfortable for both you and your pet. It folds up very small to easily pack for traveling or throwing into your bag. It is washable and made in the USA!
The designer told me that the sling can hold a dog as heavy as I can hold. The largest dog I have sold a sling to was 19 pounds. Cookie is 9 pounds and I can keep her in it for hours at a time.
If you have a small dog, you will love this product!
I am getting ready to go to Orlando for the International Auto Show so thought this week I would review another product I don't travel without: The E.B.D. Carry All Bag (E.B.D. stands for Everything But the Dog).
This great bag has so many pockets you probably won't use them all, but it is nice to know you can if you need them (great for medications, waste bags, water bottles, cell phone, etc).
This bag also includes collapsable food and water bowls, 56" x 48" indoor/outdoor fleece blanket with nylon backing and a freezable gel pack Dimensions 12"h x 15"w x 5"d.
The E.B.D. Carryall Bag is available in Brown with fun printed interiors in Blue, Green and Pink.
Since my older dog Sammy is on many medications and both dogs have their own treats, food, toys, bones, this bag really helps keep me organized!
For more details, click here.
This is the first of many products that I will be reviewing for Furry Travelers. The reviews will be posted weekly, so please check back with us. If there is a specific product you would like us to review, please let us know!
I chose the Wander Carrier because it is one of the travel products I use most, and absolutely love. I travel quite a bit with my little Bichon Frise, Cookie (below), and we have found this carrier to be very sturdy, versatile, convenient and comfortable.
Sturdy: The Wander Carrier is made of luggage grade fabric with a solid top, waterproof bottom, and the sides are reinforced with a steel rods. You definitely feel your pooch is protected in this carrier.
Versatile: Of course I have used the Wander Carrier to carry Cookie from place to place, but I have also used it as a crate for short periods when I had to leave her alone in a new location such as a hotel room. Having this familiar carrier helps Cookie feel at home wherever we may be. Finally, and maybe the best safety feature, is that you can strap the Wander Carrier into your car by putting the seat belt through the handle and around the carrier. What a great design!
Convenient: While there are many carriers around, this is the only one that I know of that is both sturdy and also folds down to approximately 2 1/2 - 3 inches for easy storage. There is an interior tether to attach to your dog's harness and even a side pocket to keep a dog leash, car keys, cell phone...
Comfortable: What good is a carrier if your Furry Traveler isn't going to be comfortable? The Wander Carrier comes with a washable soft fabric pad and the adjustable carrying strap is padded, too.
I have used my carrier for over a year and it still looks good enough for me to use as a display item when I have a booth at a Pet Expo or Dog Show.
The Wander Carrier holds dogs up to 18 pounds and is 17" long by 11" high. See more details or order yours by clicking here.
Those in search of canine companionship without the commitment of fulltime ownership can reach a happy medium at the Aspen Boarding Kennel and Shelter's program Aspen, Colorado. The program offers travelers and citizens of Aspen the opportunity walk dogs and even take them on overnight trips. The program is the No-kill shelter's attempt to provide better quality of life and ultimately increase adoptions but can also serve as a fun activity for tourists.
