[Wingman335]

I have a E92 335i. I also have a Jack Russell Terrier. Whenever I take him to my friends' place, to the park, or to any other place, I always take my 11 year old Audi A4.

But sadly, the A4's days are coming to an end. I was looking for suggestions on how I can carry my dog with me in the coupe, without making a mess. He sheds quite a bit, but is well behaved while in the vehicle. How do you all with pets transport them? Do you have special covers/seats that you use?

Any suggestions short of 'get a beater car' would work!

Thanks!

[ScaredOnce]

My Yellow Lab rides top notch! But, she has to stay in the back - which I think she's pretty cool about.

I usually just wrap a beach towel over the center console so she doesn't scratch the wood. The girls at the car wash have vacuums, so my Lab's incessant shedding doesn't bother me. If I have the windows up and slightly cracked, I do end up with some nice schnozz marks all over them. But, she prefers cruising with the windows open anyways - her and I have talked about this at length...

Dogs are great. Love my dog...

[ceb]

You can a few things. First, you can use something like this

http://www.petsmart.com/product/inde...ductId=2753713 or just use a blanket to protect the seats.

Then, you'll want some sort of leash like this

to keep Fido from whacking you in the back of the head should you be in an accident. More importantly, it may just save his life as well during an accident.

I actually use an old dog bed instead of a blanket. The pooch feels comfy and safe and the leash doesn't seem to bother him.

[PeteW84]

My two year old Golden ''Toby" usually rides shotgun in the passengers seat on his blanket. Just make sure you drive more carefully, no sudden acceleration or braking and you'll be fine. I usually clean quickly afterwards, I hate the dog hair allover the car.

[Forcefed3]

Kennel and towel beneath it.

[MatchesMalone]

This is a tough one. If I needed to transport a dog, the only way I would do it is if it was tightly wrapped inside of a large plastic bag. And make sure to seal it well so that it is airtight, you don't want any stray hairs finding their way out and into your car.

Or do you have a roof rack installed? There might be some nice options available there as well.

[madeinhongkong]

ever since i bought my e92 335i saddle interior... i cannot take my pug around. he sheds too much... so sad...

[ceb]

Originally Posted by Pete84

My two year old Golden ''Toby" usually rides shotgun in the passengers seat on his blanket. Just make sure you drive more carefully, no sudden acceleration or braking and you'll be fine. I usually clean quickly afterwards, I hate the dog hair allover the car.

Bad idea. Any airbag activation will kill your dog. Any accident avoidance maneuver may well kill you when he smashes into you and causes you to lose control.

Like children, dogs should only be in the back seat.

Keep some window wipes handy to remove nose prints from the window.

[anerbe]

Originally Posted by ceb

Bad idea. Any airbag activation will kill your dog. Any accident avoidance maneuver may well kill you when he smashes into you and causes you to lose control.

Like children, dogs should only be in the back seat.

Keep some window wipes handy to remove nose prints from the window.

Not sure on the side airbags, but I do believe the front passenger airbag is activated when it senses a reasonable amount of weight in the passenger seat. I guess it depends on how heavy the dog is.

[Chriztofor]

Try this http://www.lowellpet.com/pet-transpo...-lwtc0003.html

[PeteW84]

^ Both of you are right, but I'm not doing it on daily basis so I'm not really that worried. Once, twice a month maybe if I'm lucky. I live pretty close to several parks, walking paths so we usually walk. The only time I use the car is when we go to the vet, or it's time for some grooming.

[MOTO69JOE]

Both of my German Shepherds ride in mine from time to time.

[jaybird124]

a purpose built dog safety harness is best: http://www.ruffrider.com/

put an old quilt down. My Doberman does fine in the back of my 3.

[ZoomZoom]

Originally Posted by gbreeE90

Kennel and towel beneath it.

+1

For a jack russell I'm sure petsmart has a small enough kennel to fit in back seat and still be comfortable for you boy.

[xxp0loxx]

The trunk. Lol jk.

I've had my boston terrier in my car when we were moving. Held him in my lap the entire time. he didnt mind, and my leather seats/console lived to see another day. the best bet is the blankets/seat covers listed above.

[Trojan4evr]

how about the OEM bmw seat covers?
http://accessories.bmwusa.com/ItemVi...&productId=185

[07E92TT]

pets mart makes a cover for the backseat, it was like 25 bucks and works great. I keep my windows up to prevent hair from flying everywhere

[renaultf1]

Originally Posted by gbreeE90

Kennel and towel beneath it.

+2. The safest place for a dog (and you) in case of a car accident, is for the dog to be in a crate. For a JRT, you probably can get away with a small vari-kennel or wire crate. If you don't want to crate him, then one of the harnesses shown would work. Just be careful he doesn't chew the seatbelt he is restrained with - heard of that happening lots of times (very expensive repair). I would definitely not allow the dog in the front seat because of the air bags.

FWIW, I ordered the e91 because I needed more space for my dogs. I have 4 basenjis, with the MINI I could only fit 2 crates in the back. Now 4 crates can fit in the car. I use 200 size wire crates mostly, but also have the plastic vari-kennels (I use vari-kennels in the car if it is really cold).

[jaybird124]

Originally Posted by renaultf1

+2. The safest place for a dog (and you) in case of a car accident, is for the dog to be in a crate. For a JRT, you probably can get away with a small vari-kennel or wire crate. If you don't want to crate him, then one of the harnesses shown would work. Just be careful he doesn't chew the seatbelt he is restrained with - heard of that happening lots of times (very expensive repair). I would definitely not allow the dog in the front seat because of the air bags.

FWIW, I ordered the e91 because I needed more space for my dogs. I have 4 basenjis, with the MINI I could only fit 2 crates in the back. Now 4 crates can fit in the car. I use 200 size wire crates mostly, but also have the plastic vari-kennels (I use vari-kennels in the car if it is really cold).

How is a crate safer for a dog (than a harness) in an accident? Any of the studies I've read say your dog will be toast because he'll hit the wall of the kennel. In some cases with plastic kennels, their carcass will blast through it hitting you.

[lucas.kent]

Originally Posted by Trojan4evr

how about the OEM bmw seat covers?
http://accessories.bmwusa.com/ItemVi...&productId=185

I have this and it works great. Relatively easy to install, and fits perfectly. However, it is pretty expensive.

[FSUSeminoleGirl]

I take a bed sheet and pretty much completely cover the backseat and down to the floor. I tuck the sheet under the headrests and close the edge into the doorjam so it doesn't move.

I like the pet car carrier but my lab/pit mix likes to stick his head out the window too much. :-( How do you say no to this face?



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[IN54NITY]

^I couldn't say no to that face.

http://accessories.bmwusa.com/ItemVi...&productId=554

Expensive? Yes. I found mine though for $260. It's set and forget. It's even comfortable for human passengers (my two Brittanys don't shed much fortunately). It will still work with dog restraints, too.