Pets And Cars: Protecting Both (From Each Other)
We love our pets. We love our cars. And we love to put our pets in our cars and take them with us to the park, to the beach, on vacation.
But pet fur and paws can do a number on our car's interior. Luckily, it doesn't have to. There are several ways to protect a car from canine (or feline) family members. A seat cover is a great way to do this; you can find them online or at most large pet supply stores.
Depending on the type of vehicle you own, you may also want to check with your dealer to see if they sell a seat cover as an accessory.
For example, the Isuzu Ascender 5-Passenger offers a rear seat protector as an option to protect the second or third row seat upholstery. The Isuzu's seat protector is a heavy-duty, water-resistant poly-cotton fabric that can be easily washed in a washing machine.
Keeping your car in pristine condition is important, but so is the safety of your pet. Letting your dog or cat move about the car without being strapped in is like letting a child sit in the back seat without a seatbelt. Even a minor accident could cause your pet to be injured.
The best way to prevent injury to your pet during a car accident (or even routine driving in which quick stops might be unavoidable) is to install a pet car seat. Several different models exist. For dogs under twenty pounds, you may want to consider a car seat that mounts temporarily to the front or back seat using the seat's existing seat belts. Many of these types of car seats mount high enough that the dog can look out the window but will still stay protected during an accident.
For larger dogs, we suggest the hammock style back seat protector which prevents the animal from being thrown to the floor or into the front seat in the event of an accident. Hammock style protectors mount to the back of the front seats and to the front of the back seats, and run the entire width of your vehicle.
Pet seat belts are also an option. The seat belt is worn like a harness and attaches to the regular seat belts in your vehicle.
Should you get into an accident with your pet in the car, the restraint will prevent him or her from flying into the front seat area or out a window.
For a cat, the safest option (for both pet and driver) is a soft or hard case pet carrier. Push the seat forward just enough to fit the carrier on the seat and behind the dash. Too much space will allow the carrier to slide forward or even off the seat altogether on impact. Many vehicles can now sense when there is something in the front passenger seat other than a person, and if so, a mechanism prevents the air bag from deploying during an accident. If your vehicle doesn't have this feature, it's best to keep your pet in the back seat since the force of an air bag is likely to severely injure a small or medium-sized dog.
The all new 2008 isuzu pickup http://www.isuzu.com/ line will have you excited to buy a truck. Isuzu's light duty trucks http://www.isuzu.com/owners_driving.jsp are the best we have seen in a long time. Visit a dealer today!
Related Articles:
A Look at Discount Bird Cages
Buying a pet bird can be quite an investment. After spending money on your bird and its supplies, you might be looking to save a little on the cage.
Vaccinating Our Pets
I'd like to talk to you about pet vaccinations. I cannot tell you legally what to do since I'm not licensed but I can share with you what I do with my own pets – or in had done!I actually believe several things happened to my own dogs due to the practice of overvaccinating.
Travel Barriers You Encounter When Bringing Your Pets With You
Pet services have come a long, long way in the last few years. With the popularity of pet daycares, spas, pet clothing, and much more, pets and their owners have never had it so good! There are a lot of options for pet owners out there ? no matter what it is that they want to do with their pet. However, there are still some difficulties in certain areas when it comes to pets, and traveling is probably the biggest area in which there are barriers for people with pets.
New Stationery Collection Takes "Pets are People Too" to the Next Level
She's So Creative launches adorable pet greeting card collection featuring stylish, sophisticated cats living the purrfect life at the theater, country club, fancy parties and more.
Immune System Booster for Your Pets
Many chronic diseases commonly seen in pets result from immune suppression. Diabetes, allergies, breathing difficulties, thyroid disease, inflammatory bowel diseases, recurrent ear infections, and even cancer, are all examples of an immune system gone wrong.
Spookily Clad Pets to Participate in PETCO Contest
PETCO?s annual Howl-O-Ween costume contest will take place in all PETCO locations nationwide on Saturday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m.
New PetIntact Product Helps Pets Live Longer, Healthier Lives
All processed pet food is exposed to high temperatures in production that reduce the content of nutrients, enzymes, and "good" bacteria that are critical to a pet's health. Ionic and trace minerals play an important role in the function of the liver and kidneys, digestive system, muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons in both dogs and cats. These minerals and herbs also reduce the risk and severity of poor appetite, stress, allergies and nervousness.
Virtual Pets
Virtual Pets The virtual pets also known as the digital pets have mostly taken the place of the real animals like the dog, cats, hamsters and few more similar to it. The virtual pets are artificial human companion and are kept for enjoyment and companionship. Nowadays people prefer a digital pet in the place of real pet. The virtual pets are gaining popularity simply because keeping a real pet is sometimes practically impossible due to lack of time. The pet when added in the family becomes the responsibility of the owner to look after it in every sense. For this real virtual pet cab be the better choice and can give a sense of owning a pet.
Migration - How do those birds do it?
Bird migration is a fascinating phenomenon that has intrigued humans for centuries. The picture is now becoming clearer on how these creatures get from colder climates to more temperate climates every year. According to an article by Charles Walcott, Professor, Neurobiology and Behavior, Cornell University, and former director, Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, it is through a combination of: 1) sighting features like rivers, coastlines, and mountain ranges; 2) monitoring the Earth's magnetic field (apparently using not only their visual system but also tiny grains of a mineral called magnetite in their heads); 3) they observe the stars and use the sun for guidance; 4) smell; and 5) probably by simply following their neighbors as large f...
Feed the Birds
Elaborate and decorative or simple and functional, birdhouses and birdfeeders are lovingly coveted by many people (and birds)!The collector seeking a new piece for the den or study need only consider personal taste and aesthetics- many who enjoy the careful art and craftsmanship of a beautiful birdhouse or feeder would never think of placing their precious gift outside in the rain and other elements.The serious or novice birder, on the other hand, has just a bit more to consider.
Calling All Fat Cats (and Dogs): Halo, Purely for Pets® Helps Owners Tackle Pet Obesity With a Line of Holistic Pet Products
America loves its pets -- and wobbly, fat cats and dogs are no exception. Chubby pets may be cute and cuddly, but they are also at risk for health problems. Halo, Purely for Pets has developed a line of holistic pet food products designed to keep pets lean and healthy.
Joy To The World, And Our Pets
ASPCA Offers Alternatives to Pet Store Purchases;
Reminds Pet Owners How to Keep Cats and Dogs Happy, Healthy this Holiday Season.
Wimpy Google and Michael Jackson: Birds Of A Feather
Google Inc. is suing a Houston-based company for allegedly clicking on sponsored links to fraudulently boost advertising revenues.
House Rabbits are Fun and Cute Pets
House rabbits are a perfect pet for many people, regardless of whether they live on a farm or in an apartment. House rabbits are small, easy to take care of, and don't require any expensive supplies like some other pets do.
1-800-PetMeds Warns That More Than 118 Million US Pets Are Vulnerable to Heartworm Disease
Heartworm disease affects both dogs and cats coast-to-coast in the United States, yet only 55% of dogs and only 4% of cats are currently on heartworm preventative medication, leaving over 118 million US pets vulnerable to the disease. Most pet owners don't know that using a simple, monthly, heartworm preventative such as Heartgard Plus ®, Interceptor® or elect Revolution® can virtually eliminate the risk of a pet developing the disease.