How to Ferry Dogs Properly in 4x4 Trucks

Have you noticed that most dogs love 4x4 trucks?

This is especially so when they hear the words "Let's go!" and see you walking out the door and to your truck, because this can mean only one thing... they are going out for their beloved walk!

Yes, 4x4 trucks are great for ferrying dogs around, but it can also be a very dangerous activity. According to some estimates, more than 100 thousand dogs get killed from falling off trucks every year.

Some fall off because the truck swerved suddenly to avoid an obstacle in the middle of the road. Others may be flung out of the truck bed because of an unexpected bump in the road. No matter what the cause, the end result is sure to be serious injuries to the dog, permanent disability, or even death in the worst case scenarios.

Unfortunately, keeping your dog safe is not a simple matter of tying his leash firmly to a metal support structure at the back of the truck. Indeed, there is no leash or dog harness that can keep your dog safe. On the contrary, using a leash or harness may lead to even more harm to your dog. If your dog slips or is thrown about, the leash can end up choking and strangling him instead of protecting him.

That's why you need to use a proper pet carrier if you want to transport your dog around in the bed of your 4x4 truck.

Specially designed to be safe for your dog, pet carriers ensure that your dog can travel in the truck bed without any risk of being flung out of the truck. Not only that, it can also shelter your dog from the hot weather, and prevent your dog's paws from being burnt by the hot metal truck bed.

So not only is it safer for your dog, it's also more comfortable for the dog too.

And as an added bonus, some pet carriers come with special ramps to help make it easier for your older dogs to get into the truck. As your dogs gets older, they are no longer so agile and probably won't be able to jump into the truck like they used to. These ramps help make it easier for your dog to get into the truck by himself, so you don't have exert any strenuous effort to lift your dog in.

But what if you want to transport your dog in your truck's passenger compartments?

In that case, you will want to use dog seat covers or pet pads. These are simple covers made of strong cloth-like materials that can withstand being scratched by your dog's sharp nails. The covers help to protect your truck's seats from being scratched, and they also prevent your dog from dirtying the interior of your truck after a long walk.

If you want more tips on choosing the right pet carrier or pet pads for your 4x4 truck, you can read all the experts' tips at: 4x4 Trucks.