Pembroke & Cardigan Welsh Corgi

sweetlychee · 08-01-2006, 06:50 PM

Hi All,

I was wondering what is the best kind of safe car seat for a corgi. I have seen some that is just a seat that attaches to the buckle of a car. It keeps the dog from scratching the seats and surrounds him like a basket. I also have seen some that is just a harness covering his chest.

Are there any that's both? Or any good recommendations out there?

Thank you!

Chip's Mom · 08-01-2006, 09:10 PM

This is the description of one I just bought for Chip on Ebay. It is called the travelin car seat. I paid $60 including shipping. You can also order these through a catalog for $70 plus shipping. I will let you know how I like it when it arrives.

Durable plastic construction
Secures easily to vehicles seatbelt
Elevated design allows your pet to see out the windows
3-way strap for safety
1" foam pad with fleece cover
Comes with food/water dish with cover
Legs are foldable and adjustable from 6" to 10"
Ideal for pets up to 30 pounds
Padded area measures 16" x 18"
Seat measures 19" x 18" x 14" tall max
Under seat storage

Bonnie

dcole · 08-02-2006, 01:38 AM

I bought this restraint system for Trevor (size small):

http://www.champk-9.com/CCSS.htm

I purchased one harness and two restraint straps (one for each vehicle).
I looked at the various car seats but the one shortcoming they all seemed to have was that they all utilized your dog's own walking harness. Since most walking harnesses snap closed using only a plastic buckle, this would create a weak point, possibly coming undone, during a crash. This Champion system
seems to address that weakness. I just placed the order a few days ago, so it hasn't arrived yet, but I think it is going to work out well. Oh, and the restraint harness can be used as a walking harness, as well, once you reach your destination.

-Debi

sweetlychee · 08-02-2006, 09:45 AM

Wow, great suggestions, guys! Please let me know how it looks like when it arrives.

Chip's Mom - What is the name of the brand that you purchased on ebay?

We found this Cozy Car-go Soft Carseat by Global on Petsmart.com
http://www.petsmart.com/global/produ...seat&N=2023689

Please tell me what you guys think of it.

Chip's Mom · 08-03-2006, 08:05 PM

You can view it on DrsFosterSmith.com. It is called the travelin pet seat. After reading other posts though, I am going to have to get a strong harness for Chip. I didn't think of the clasp being weak.

Nigel's Dad · 08-03-2006, 09:05 PM

We've used something very similar to the champs harness on both of our dogs. Cloud who's calm and relaxed does just fine with it in the car. nigel on the other hand, we worry will stangle himself from trying to jump up and down in his seat.

Nigel in my car is a wind addict though....I've never had a dog try and stick himself so far out th window, I have to keep the window rolled up so he can only get his head out or else he rests his upper torso and legs out the window as well.

dcole · 08-04-2006, 02:00 AM

Fortunately, Trevor is pretty calm while riding in the vehicles. Supposedly, the Champ system utilizes some sort of "floating" mechanism where the restraint strap attaches, to give the dog more freedom of movement and lessen the chance of getting tangled up in the strap. I got a conformation email today saying that it's shipped, so we shall find out, soon enough.

-Debi

sweetlychee · 08-04-2006, 10:46 AM

Milo is semi-calm when riding in the car. He loves to lay down and relax but once in a while will stick his head out to enjoy the wind. He doesn't stick it too far out. I think he senses it as not being as safe.

Finding a good car safety seat/buckle is like some homework!

sweetlychee · 08-09-2006, 10:15 AM

I found this seat cover - http://www.upco.com/cgi-bin/Upcol.st...ct/View/512486

What do you guys think?

dcole · 08-10-2006, 12:40 AM

Hmmm, wonder if they make those to fit the split bench seat in my Ranger?

Still waiting to receive my Champ K-9 harness, after receiving notification that it shipped on Friday (grrr...

)

-Debi

corgimom · 08-10-2006, 06:33 AM

I didn't get to anything except the main page. What seat cover is it?

linda

sweetlychee · 08-10-2006, 09:51 AM

This is the seat cover

Description: Protect your automobile upholstery and give your pet a comfortable place to ride. Attaches to head rest for snug fit, works with all seat belt styles. 100% polyester outer shell, with a layer of foam for cushion and comfort. Tan soft pile reverses to gray

This for $20. Worth it guys?

dcole · 08-11-2006, 01:59 AM

Today I FINALLY got the Champion K-9 Auto Restraint system in the mail. It looks like it is extremely well made, and the harness is completely adjustable to fit Trevor's body (unlike some other brand of auto harness I tried from Petco.)

I will get the system setup in our trucks this weekend and post a review, for those interested in auto restraint systems.

-Debi

sweetlychee · 08-15-2006, 01:52 PM

Can't wait for the review!

dcole · 08-15-2006, 03:01 PM

Just a quick lunch-time reply before getting back to work...

We've been using the Champ K-9 system for a week now, and it is working out very well. Extremely well-made, completely adjustable harness. The strap that attaches to the harness is also heavy-duty. A screw-locking, carabiner-style connector on the other end of the strap allows for multiple attachment- point options. The strap length is adjustable, and I keep it long enough to allow Trevor some freedom of movement, but short enough so he won't fall on the floor or hit the dash.

This weekend, I will take pictures with the digital camera and post a full review. So far, though, I would have to say it's a winner.

-Debi

08-01-2006, 06:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
sweetlychee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NY Posts: 407	Best car seat and safety buckle for a corgi Hi All, I was wondering what is the best kind of safe car seat for a corgi. I have seen some that is just a seat that attaches to the buckle of a car. It keeps the dog from scratching the seats and surrounds him like a basket. I also have seen some that is just a harness covering his chest. Are there any that's both? Or any good recommendations out there? Thank you!

08-03-2006, 09:05 PM	#6 (permalink)
Nigel's Dad Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 11	We've used something very similar to the champs harness on both of our dogs. Cloud who's calm and relaxed does just fine with it in the car. nigel on the other hand, we worry will stangle himself from trying to jump up and down in his seat. Nigel in my car is a wind addict though....I've never had a dog try and stick himself so far out th window, I have to keep the window rolled up so he can only get his head out or else he rests his upper torso and legs out the window as well. __________________ www.dogster.com/?356909

08-01-2006, 09:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
Chip's Mom Global Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Northeast TN Posts: 2,362	This is the description of one I just bought for Chip on Ebay. It is called the travelin car seat. I paid $60 including shipping. You can also order these through a catalog for $70 plus shipping. I will let you know how I like it when it arrives. Durable plastic construction Secures easily to vehicles seatbelt Elevated design allows your pet to see out the windows 3-way strap for safety 1" foam pad with fleece cover Comes with food/water dish with cover Legs are foldable and adjustable from 6" to 10" Ideal for pets up to 30 pounds Padded area measures 16" x 18" Seat measures 19" x 18" x 14" tall max Under seat storage Bonnie

08-02-2006, 01:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
dcole Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 290	I bought this restraint system for Trevor (size small): http://www.champk-9.com/CCSS.htm I purchased one harness and two restraint straps (one for each vehicle). I looked at the various car seats but the one shortcoming they all seemed to have was that they all utilized your dog's own walking harness. Since most walking harnesses snap closed using only a plastic buckle, this would create a weak point, possibly coming undone, during a crash. This Champion system seems to address that weakness. I just placed the order a few days ago, so it hasn't arrived yet, but I think it is going to work out well. Oh, and the restraint harness can be used as a walking harness, as well, once you reach your destination. -Debi

08-02-2006, 09:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
sweetlychee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NY Posts: 407	Wow, great suggestions, guys! Please let me know how it looks like when it arrives. Chip's Mom - What is the name of the brand that you purchased on ebay? We found this Cozy Car-go Soft Carseat by Global on Petsmart.com http://www.petsmart.com/global/produ...seat&N=2023689 Please tell me what you guys think of it.

08-03-2006, 08:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
Chip's Mom Global Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Northeast TN Posts: 2,362	You can view it on DrsFosterSmith.com. It is called the travelin pet seat. After reading other posts though, I am going to have to get a strong harness for Chip. I didn't think of the clasp being weak.

08-04-2006, 02:00 AM	#7 (permalink)
dcole Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 290	Fortunately, Trevor is pretty calm while riding in the vehicles. Supposedly, the Champ system utilizes some sort of "floating" mechanism where the restraint strap attaches, to give the dog more freedom of movement and lessen the chance of getting tangled up in the strap. I got a conformation email today saying that it's shipped, so we shall find out, soon enough. -Debi

08-04-2006, 10:46 AM	#8 (permalink)
sweetlychee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NY Posts: 407	Milo is semi-calm when riding in the car. He loves to lay down and relax but once in a while will stick his head out to enjoy the wind. He doesn't stick it too far out. I think he senses it as not being as safe. Finding a good car safety seat/buckle is like some homework!

08-09-2006, 10:15 AM	#9 (permalink)
sweetlychee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NY Posts: 407	I found this seat cover - http://www.upco.com/cgi-bin/Upcol.st...ct/View/512486 What do you guys think?

08-10-2006, 12:40 AM	#10 (permalink)
dcole Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 290	Hmmm, wonder if they make those to fit the split bench seat in my Ranger? Still waiting to receive my Champ K-9 harness, after receiving notification that it shipped on Friday (grrr... ) -Debi

08-10-2006, 06:33 AM	#11 (permalink)
corgimom Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,199	I didn't get to anything except the main page. What seat cover is it? linda

08-10-2006, 09:51 AM	#12 (permalink)
sweetlychee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NY Posts: 407	This is the seat cover Description: Protect your automobile upholstery and give your pet a comfortable place to ride. Attaches to head rest for snug fit, works with all seat belt styles. 100% polyester outer shell, with a layer of foam for cushion and comfort. Tan soft pile reverses to gray This for $20. Worth it guys?

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08-11-2006, 01:59 AM	#13 (permalink)
dcole Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 290	Today I FINALLY got the Champion K-9 Auto Restraint system in the mail. It looks like it is extremely well made, and the harness is completely adjustable to fit Trevor's body (unlike some other brand of auto harness I tried from Petco.) I will get the system setup in our trucks this weekend and post a review, for those interested in auto restraint systems. -Debi

08-15-2006, 01:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
sweetlychee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NY Posts: 407	Can't wait for the review!

08-15-2006, 03:01 PM	#15 (permalink)
dcole Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 290	Just a quick lunch-time reply before getting back to work... We've been using the Champ K-9 system for a week now, and it is working out very well. Extremely well-made, completely adjustable harness. The strap that attaches to the harness is also heavy-duty. A screw-locking, carabiner-style connector on the other end of the strap allows for multiple attachment- point options. The strap length is adjustable, and I keep it long enough to allow Trevor some freedom of movement, but short enough so he won't fall on the floor or hit the dash. This weekend, I will take pictures with the digital camera and post a full review. So far, though, I would have to say it's a winner. -Debi

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