How does it "provide a safer ride in the event of airbag deployment"? Wouldn't an airbag being deployed be harmful to a little dog in any case?
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I guess it could, except the dog is harnessed to the headrest, so the dog wouldn't fly forward in case of an accident. I guess it would do about as much harm as a person who is belted in.
1536067
Maybe because the seat is positioned higher. I really don't think it would help, though.
1536068
i suggest mounting in backseat. i like having my 5.5 lb min pin in the front - but concerned about air bags deploying even with her buckled in -- not risking it.. i say move the dog and seat to backseat.. mine loves it because it actually sits up higher than the front seat. :)
2155607
I just checked it. The straps that hold it in place can be slipped out allowing you to fold the piece down or under. I've never done it because my dog slips her head through the sides of that panel to get to AC. But your idea is better... It will work as suggested allowing that area to remain open. (I never did it because she, the dog, has a tendency to back seat drive then by attempting to join us in front seat!).
1654275
I tent to over protect my baby (he is my baby). I guess it depends on how good of a bike driver/rider you are. I believe this bag was not designed for a bike ride, if you were to crush, your pet would not have a lot of protection. It is great for the car or to roll him or her around at the mall. I love the bag but I would not take a chance with my little one. Hope this is helpful.
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i use it behind my front seat. it took quite awhile to configure it so the sneaky beagle couldn't get thru. several bungy cords and many trials later, he can't get into the front seat. it would be too tall for keeping the dog from getting out of the cargo area of a station wagon. hope that helps.
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There is no seat belt but your Buddy is secure inside the zipped enclosure. I see why you are asking, if you were trundling down the bike trail and a bump is hit, it is going to jostle your little companion. I put a padded bed on the floor of the unit for ultimate comfort and safety and there may be a away to use a safety strap of some type but it doesn't come with one. I must say it has been really handy to have this unit as my Pup can literally go anywhere with me now.
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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
1949256
Air ride is based on using bags instead of springs, so I don't understand the question.
315881
You can make the strap that attaches to the seat belt of your car shorter. This seat belt allows them as much movement as you want by adjusting the straps. My border collie loves it because she can still move around a bit but if I had to stop short - then, I know that she is protected. Much safer for her and for me when I'm driving!
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While I haven't fallen while riding my bike with the leash attached, I could speak to something close. I got off the bike to pick up after my dog, and once or twice my bike has fallen over while he's still attached. He wasn't struck by the bike falling over in either direction - the leash body is long enough that he was still away from it. Same thing happens if you were to just lay your bike down - there's room for your dog to still be clear.This thing really does work great.
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I don't think this is intent of this crate, but I guess you could run the seat belt through the top strap and around the crate to secure it. It would definitely be better than not having the pet secure. It would be better it you were able to set in the back of an suv on a flat surface and then secure.
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This is purely meant to make the animal mobile. The animal needs to be hoisted in and out of this contraption, each and every time they need to rest, lay down, sleep, etc. This is meant to assist during walks and when they need to go to the bathroom. If your GSD is not able to maintain his/her weight solely on its front end, while you hoist their back end and position each rear leg into each rear support, then this is either going to give you/your family members an upper body like the Hulk, or will cause your GSD further injury while positioning into this contraption. Wonderful idea, but not intended for animals that can't be easily lifted/positioned SAFELY. This is purely meant to make the animal mobile. The animal needs to be hoisted in and out of this contraption, each and every time they need to rest, lay down, sleep, etc. This is meant to assist during walks and when they need to go to the bathroom. If your GSD is not able to maintain his/her weight solely on its front end, while you hoist their back end and position each rear leg into each rear support, then this is either going to give you/your family members an upper body like the Hulk, or will cause your GSD further injury while positioning into this contraption. Wonderful idea, but... » Read More This is purely meant to make the animal mobile. The animal needs to be hoisted in and out of this contraption, each and every time they need to rest, lay down, sleep, etc. This is meant to assist during walks and when they need to go to the bathroom. If your GSD is not able to maintain his/her weight solely on its front end, while you hoist their back end and position each rear leg into each rear support, then this is either going to give you/your family members an upper body like the Hulk, or will cause your GSD further injury while positioning into this contraption. Wonderful idea, but not intended for animals that can't be easily lifted/positioned SAFELY. « Show Less
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The zippers do not hold. There is no way to secure it closed, so if the dog pushes on it at all it opens even if they aren't trying to escape. I took mine into a restaurant, with my 7# Chorkie who wasn't tethered but the bag was zipped. I set the bag down my mom for just a minute. Next thing I know she is by my feet at the buffet bar. So no, I wouldn't consider it to be safe for a bike (motorized or pedal).
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Hi, I think that would be a great idea as long as the tether was long enough so the dog was comfortable. You could always hook two of them together to make it longer if needed. I'm glad you asked because this safety harness saved our little chihuahua (Bitsy's) life. I didn't think a car harness was necessary, but we were going on a lot of long trips and my daughter nagged me until I got one. Six months later we were hit by a cab at 65mph on a 3 lane interstate. Bitsy was hooked to my daughters seatbelt (front passenger), unfortunately the seatbelt did NOT lock and airbag did NOT deploy. My daughters head shattered our windshield and she and Bitsy were thrown around as the car spun around 5 times then hit the center concrete divider head on!! We all suffered severe whiplash and Bitsy injured her left leg but we are certain that if not tethered she would have shot out of the car on impact and been dead. I am so grateful she had her harness and if only Toyota's safety equipment had worked properly they both would have not been injured. I wish I could have thought to tether both of them to the anchor but who knew. I will hook Bitsy to it next time. Good luck!
1575890
no one ever advised me of any risk... my dog drinks and eats... The one thing I do caution people is please don't use the shock but one short press... My poor little dog did a flip the first time I used it... and I was trying to be careful because I used it on myself first so I knew how it hurts... and it does hurt... I've had to use the shock a total of 4 times... and then I was using the vibrate when needed... Its been quite some time since I needed to do any thing but say, Girl... come on over here to me... you're getting further than I want you... stuff like that... she understands there can be a consequence so I don't have to do anything else but be there... so please be kind in your use of the shock function and don't use it more than you absolutely have to.
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It's a great device, but I stopped using it for a while. My dog is way too energetic. He chases the front wheels and I never have to pedal! He's so hyper that getting on and off the bike is a challenge. And now we've started to jog with him, so it's not so important to us. This probably didn't answer your question very well. I do think it's a good device, though. Of course, every dog is different.
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The design idea behind this safety belt is anchoring the dog to the anchors already installed in cars today to fit a child safety seat. Since the law requires these seats in a back seat, the anchors are there. If you have anchors installed on your auto for a passenger seat, it would work. The harness straps connect from the dogs hips between the seat and back to the anchors. Slide your hand between the seat and the back and you can feel the "loops or rings" the child seat connects to. These anchors are connected to the auto floor in some manner so they are permanent. I have never seen these for a passenger seat. Lots of words to say no, but you never know how each auto is built. The design idea behind this safety belt is anchoring the dog to the anchors already installed in cars today to fit a child safety seat. Since the law requires these seats in a back seat, the anchors are there. If you have anchors installed on your auto for a passenger seat, it would work. The harness straps connect from the dogs hips between the seat and back to the anchors. Slide your hand between the seat and the back and you can feel the "loops or rings" the child seat connects to. These anchors are connected to the auto floor in some manner so they are permanent. I have never... » Read More The design idea behind this safety belt is anchoring the dog to the anchors already installed in cars today to fit a child safety seat. Since the law requires these seats in a back seat, the anchors are there. If you have anchors installed on your auto for a passenger seat, it would work. The harness straps connect from the dogs hips between the seat and back to the anchors. Slide your hand between the seat and the back and you can feel the "loops or rings" the child seat connects to. These anchors are connected to the auto floor in some manner so they are permanent. I have never seen these for a passenger seat. Lots of words to say no, but you never know how each auto is built. « Show Less
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I use in the back seat since my front seat automatically moves to the passenger settings when the car starts. I don't think it would be a problem if the passenger airbag was shut off. We were extremely happy with the quality and how easy it is to change from one car to another. Our Miss Harley loves it!