My pup has a hard time during long rides where she drools uncontrollably for at least an hour or two until she decides to finally sleep. I have a Mazda CX9 (Crossover) so I wanted to know from customers who have purchased one if this item would really...
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This pretty much completely covers the back seat of our '99 Nissan Altima. I keep a couple of throws on top of it that take the brunt of any messes (which for my dog is muddy feet). I haven't had to wash the hammock yet. Measure or look up the length of your CX9's backseat. If it's at least close to the size of the hammock, the hammock should save you a lot of trouble (cleaning). I've also noticed my dog seems more comfortable in the car since we've added the hammock, and she will go to sleep sooner than she would without it. Hopefully it would make your dog feel more secure and comfortable also.
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I have a Weimariner. Tall dog. He is next to it all the time. It won't activate unless there is a body part directly above the sensor. He would have to put his head over it. Mine is a food a holic and has never done this. I would say you will have no problems.
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I actually used it in my front seat because my dog would cry if she couldn't be near me. In July I was in a car accident and was hit pretty hard on the front drivers side with my dog in her car seat next to me. This seat saved her life! She flew forward onto the dash but was pulled back into the seat by the car seat so she walked away without a scratch! Now I keep her in the back seat only because if this were to happen again and the air bag deployed I wouldn't want it to hurt her (the passenger air bag was shut off in the last accident). Overall this is a fantastic product and I highly recommend it not just for your dogs comfort but safety too! I actually used it in my front seat because my dog would cry if she couldn't be near me. In July I was in a car accident and was hit pretty hard on the front drivers side with my dog in her car seat next to me. This seat saved her life! She flew forward onto the dash but was pulled back into the seat by the car seat so she walked away without a scratch! Now I keep her in the back seat only because if this were to happen again and the air bag deployed I wouldn't want it to hurt her (the passenger air bag was shut off in the last accident). Overall this is a fantastic product and I highly... » Read More I actually used it in my front seat because my dog would cry if she couldn't be near me. In July I was in a car accident and was hit pretty hard on the front drivers side with my dog in her car seat next to me. This seat saved her life! She flew forward onto the dash but was pulled back into the seat by the car seat so she walked away without a scratch! Now I keep her in the back seat only because if this were to happen again and the air bag deployed I wouldn't want it to hurt her (the passenger air bag was shut off in the last accident). Overall this is a fantastic product and I highly recommend it not just for your dogs comfort but safety too! « Show Less
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I think you will find the four-wheel more stable. My Shih Tzu is getting along in years and has a heart murmur. Living on the third floor of the building, I must take him outdoors to relieve himself. The exertion caused him to cough, so I now transport him in the stroller. It's gone through rain, sleet snow and somewhat rough terrain several times daily for a year now and I have had no problems with it. I'd purchase the same one again if this one ever wore out.
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I use Adaptil a pheromone calming spray for long car rides. You spray it where your dog will be sitting about fifteen minutes before your dog gets in the car, so the alcohol can dissipate first. I also put it on my sleeves and hands to calm my dog when he's panicked about me putting his eye drops or ear drops for a recent infection. Also good for thunder storms or unfamiliar situations. So it's great for anxiety attacks. It comes in plug-in diffusers, sprays, and collars.
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We use this seat for our poodle/shih tzu 7lb mix and she loves it..yes, looking out the window is perfect for her. About sticking head out window? of the car? I would never suggest that. Even though there is a safety clip inside the seat, I Dont think its ever a good idea to let any dog stick their head out of the window of the car...just not safe for pet. The idea of the seat is safety and it does this well. Our pup, like I said loves the seat. She jumps right into it whenever we take her anywhere. She can also put her front legs on the front edge of the seat - we think she really enjoys her ride! We use this seat for our poodle/shih tzu 7lb mix and she loves it..yes, looking out the window is perfect for her. About sticking head out window? of the car? I would never suggest that. Even though there is a safety clip inside the seat, I Dont think its ever a good idea to let any dog stick their head out of the window of the car...just not safe for pet. The idea of the seat is safety and it does this well. Our pup, like I said loves the seat. She jumps right into it whenever we take her anywhere. She can also put her front legs on the front edge of the seat - we think she really enjoys... » Read More We use this seat for our poodle/shih tzu 7lb mix and she loves it..yes, looking out the window is perfect for her. About sticking head out window? of the car? I would never suggest that. Even though there is a safety clip inside the seat, I Dont think its ever a good idea to let any dog stick their head out of the window of the car...just not safe for pet. The idea of the seat is safety and it does this well. Our pup, like I said loves the seat. She jumps right into it whenever we take her anywhere. She can also put her front legs on the front edge of the seat - we think she really enjoys her ride! « Show Less
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Yes, I've had this problem. We bought this for our 11 year old chocolate lab. He loves to go for car rides, but does not like to get in the hound about. Once in, he's fine - it's getting him in that is sometimes a challenge. However, I am extremely pleased with the product and would recommend it.
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Forgot to add to try a distraction... is what I do now..is her favorite toy in car..her bed and some treats... if I could send you mine I would...I was too late to return it
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Dear Madster07, I really think that is a question for a veterinarian as I know dogs have different bacteria in their much shorter length intestines. It may be ok but it also might depend on the weight of the dog as well. Years ago we had pet Dwarf Lop-Eared rabbits. Our favorite one developed terrible seizures at about age 7. I researched and found that Melatonin 3mg daily helped control seizures in children. So I bought a good 3mg brand that was sublingual that had a pleasant fruit taste to it. Then I cut the tablets in 4 quarters as figured the bunny was at least a quarter the weight of a small child. I gave it one every day over the rest of its life and rarely had any seizures again. But since these are capsules and have to be taken on an empty stomach, I don't know how you would work that out. Good luck, hope you find relief for your pet.
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My dog wasn't thrilled either. Maybe you could try contacting wisdom panel about the drool. I doubt it though. They might be able to offer some suggestions on collecting specimens. Maybe your vet could offer suggestions or help. It is so worth it if you can get him/her swabbed.
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It did not fit my Mazda CX7 snuggly. It was slightly loose, and I did not have a way to tighten it further. This was related to the thickness of the roof material it attached to. I cannot say if it would be a problem for you, but I suspect it would. When I attempted to return it, I was told, I would only get approximately 1/2 my money back because it was sold 3rd party. If I were you, I would go with the extra funds to get an aftermarket specifically for your car. That is what I did, and it worked perfectly for only approximately 20% more funds wise.
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my Italian greyhound is pretty petite and it works great on him. I admit tho its a little bulky under his neck. We just use it for car rides etc...not daily around the house as then I think it would be kind of a nuisance to him...but it does the trick...he only got sprayed the first 3-4 times of use and never been sprayed since he knows that if its on he doesn't bark...its calming actually bc I think in general hes a nervous Nellie and I wondered how he'd respond...it calms his over reaction of barks (fast food drive thrus, picking up kids at busstops etc) he doesn't even bark (but he does excitedly go to the window of the car and etc so it doesn't make him sit subdued and shameful at all) my Italian greyhound is pretty petite and it works great on him. I admit tho its a little bulky under his neck. We just use it for car rides etc...not daily around the house as then I think it would be kind of a nuisance to him...but it does the trick...he only got sprayed the first 3-4 times of use and never been sprayed since he knows that if its on he doesn't bark...its calming actually bc I think in general hes a nervous Nellie and I wondered how he'd respond...it calms his over reaction of barks (fast food drive thrus, picking up kids at busstops etc) he doesn't even bark (but he does... » Read More my Italian greyhound is pretty petite and it works great on him. I admit tho its a little bulky under his neck. We just use it for car rides etc...not daily around the house as then I think it would be kind of a nuisance to him...but it does the trick...he only got sprayed the first 3-4 times of use and never been sprayed since he knows that if its on he doesn't bark...its calming actually bc I think in general hes a nervous Nellie and I wondered how he'd respond...it calms his over reaction of barks (fast food drive thrus, picking up kids at busstops etc) he doesn't even bark (but he does excitedly go to the window of the car and etc so it doesn't make him sit subdued and shameful at all) « Show Less
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Actually I stopped using it due to the noise it makes. My dog liked it a lot at first but then, after just a couple of weeks, he stopped wanting to use it, partially due to how noisy it is. I don't know if you could get 2 dogs to use it at the same time. You also need to be very careful as to what food you use because it jams a lot and then you have to un-jam it before it will work again. I don't recommend this product. It was expensive and it didn't work for my dog.
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No...i found this product useless...it only elevated head at best which worried me more than anything because babies airway should remain neutral and she kept sliding down anyways or turning sideways. I found this product useless and dangerous. Mine still sleeps in rock n play and she's 5 months old. I. Love it because she stays in place and doesn't slide down. Good luck! Hang in there
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Some dogs have a tendency to chew their beds, mostly because they are bored. I bought this product to use in my car, when riding my puppy is too busy looking around to want to chew it up. It is very sturdy, but I m sure a heavy chewer could destroy it rather quickly. There really isn't a cure for a dog that chews up bedding. Try keeping a good rubber chew toy in the cage with him, when he gets bored, he might decide to chew on that instead, maybe a kong, put some peanut butter in it and the smell will stay long after the peanut butter is gone and he will keep on chewing. This has worked for me in the past. good luck. Some dogs have a tendency to chew their beds, mostly because they are bored. I bought this product to use in my car, when riding my puppy is too busy looking around to want to chew it up. It is very sturdy, but I m sure a heavy chewer could destroy it rather quickly. There really isn't a cure for a dog that chews up bedding. Try keeping a good rubber chew toy in the cage with him, when he gets bored, he might decide to chew on that instead, maybe a kong, put some peanut butter in it and the smell will stay long after the peanut butter is gone and he will keep on chewing. This has worked for... » Read More Some dogs have a tendency to chew their beds, mostly because they are bored. I bought this product to use in my car, when riding my puppy is too busy looking around to want to chew it up. It is very sturdy, but I m sure a heavy chewer could destroy it rather quickly. There really isn't a cure for a dog that chews up bedding. Try keeping a good rubber chew toy in the cage with him, when he gets bored, he might decide to chew on that instead, maybe a kong, put some peanut butter in it and the smell will stay long after the peanut butter is gone and he will keep on chewing. This has worked for me in the past. good luck. « Show Less
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I do think it's a weird angle for my newborn (now 6 weeks old). He seems kind of uncomfortable, but then again he falls asleep when we start driving so I guess it can't be that bad. He is 21.5 inches long, 9.5 lbs.
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Sorry, I've never used it for long periods of time. Just used as needed. I've been using Liftmode L-Theanine as a daily calmative. It's working really well for my very reactive dog. I got it here on Amazon. I still use composure chews when I need a little bit more on board. One word on dose. I had to use double the dose on my dog to make much difference. She weighs about 35 pounds