2009 August

Snoozer Console Lookout Booster Review

August 28, 2009 by Jodie L

Looking to see if the Snoozer Console Lookout Booster Pet Car Seat is the right pet travel solution for you and your dog? Look no further. The Dog car seat team have tried and tested this dog car seat. If you are in a hurry, here’s our best priced Snoozer Console Lookout:

>>>>Find out more about Snoozer Console Lookout Booster Pet Car Seat here

If you like the idea of driving in your car with your puppy or dog by your side, then this is the right product for you. The Snoozer Console Lookout Booster seat fits safely on to the console area of the car between the driver and passenger seat. The Snoozer Console seat comes in two sizes, and is suitable for a dog up to 12lb.

There are many great testimonies about the Snoozer Console seat. Here’s just one of the stack that we have:

“ I have a Ford Explorer and it fits on my console [...] Sophie (my dog) likes it. It seems to be made very well.” S. Sos from Chicago

Whilst there are lots of console pet seat options on the market, Snoozer Lookouts are definitely our winning range for durability and safety features. Here’s one other console pet car seat that we reviewed.

>>>>Go to Console Dog Car Seat

Whilst it is stylish, it would not be easy to keep this product looking clean and new as the covers are fixed, allowing wipe cleaning only.

One of the great features of the Snoozer Console Lookout Booster seat is that the lamb’s wool interior cover is removable for cleaning in the washing machine. Great when your pooch has muddy paws! The lamb’s wool in the console pet seat will keep your pooch both warm in winter and cool in summer.

The Snoozer Console Lookout Booster Pet Car Seat also features an extra safety strap to secure your pet in the car. There are 17 colour choices for you to choose from, so you can match your car or choose a wilder pattern!

The team at Dog Car Seat love the Snoozer Console Lookout Booster seat. Nothing competes on build quality, design and safety. The small dog console car seat is so easy to install and remove, so it won’t delay you. Your dog will also love you for it. What could be better than travelling up front in the car with his/her master!

>>>>Find out more about Snoozer Console Lookout Booster Pet Car Seat here

Additional Dog Console Car Seat Information

Good pet console seats will also be booster seats, allowing your dog to see out of the front windshield. When buying a dog front carrier, you should ensure that it is compatible with all types of cars. All console pet seats should also include an additional strap that will fix to your dogs leash. The will ensure that your pet is totally safe.

A dog console car seat will fit to the car with two straps that fit underneath the passenger and driver seat, as well as slotting under the cars console lid. It is often a good idea to choose a fabric that is close to your pets hair colour if your dog sheds a lot of hair. Alternatively, make sure that the fabric is easy to clean.

Additional Dog Console Seat Information

Dog Car seats?
I have a couple of the snoozer console car seats. I have one that is a high back and one that is the regular quilted fabric. They are both the larger size and I love them. What kind of vehicle do you drive?

Snoozer Console Lookout with Hot Pink SL Cover
Snoozer Console Lookout Dog Car Seat with Hot Pink Simulated Leathere Cover. The Console Lookout is designed for small pets up to 4 pounds.

Snoozer Dog Car Seat
A Snoozer dog car seat can definitely mean safety for your canine companion. This dog loving company has some great car seats to choose from.

pink snoozer console car seat
I’m selling my car so i no longer have use for milo’s snoozer console seat. since the new car we will be getting will probably not allow us to drive with one.

Filed Under: Snoozer Console Seat Tagged With: car, dog, pet, seat, small, snoozer. console

Snoozer Lookout II Review

August 25, 2009 by Jodie L

Looking to see if the Snoozer Lookout II is the right product for you and your dog? You’ve come to the right place. The Dog Car Seat team have reviewed a range of dog car seats, and have found the Snoozer Lookout II to be our winner hands down. If you are in a hurry, here’s a link to our best priced Snoozer Lookout II:

>>>>Find out more about Snoozer Lookout II here

The Snoozer Lookout range has the best quality dog car seats on the market. Whilst there are many options such as this Luxury booster pet car seat, nothing competes on price, durability, safety and style like the Snoozer Lookout II. This Oversized version is perfect for your dog to relax in, he can even lie down and snooze.

There are lots of brilliant reviews on the Snoozer Lookout 2. Here’s just one of the stack that we have:

“For safety and convienance you can?t beat it. The multiple sizes make it a perfect fit for any small dog. I have a Dachshund who used to get tossed around on the back seat. He was a good boy in the car, but was always unhappy. I bought him the Snoozer” From Houndlover at petco.com

Snoozer Lookout II is an oversized pet car seat for your pooch, giving your buddy more room to relax in. Lookout 2 is designed for one pet or a few pets weighing up to 25 lbs. The other difference between Lookout 1 and 2 is that the Lookout 2 has a neat pull out tray to store your dogs leash, water and food trays and other doggie paraphernalia.

Another feature of Snoozer Lookout’s is that the interior lamb’s wool lining detaches from the seat for easy cleaning. It also comes in an amazing choice of 17 colours and designs, so you could match it to your car or choose the wildest pattern to show off to your friends.

A unique benefit of the Snoozer Lookout 2 is that it is a booster dog car seat, so your dog or puppy can have a great view out of the windows. Imagine your pooch with the wind in his/her hair as you drive into the sunset. Bliss! Pet booster car seats also help combat doggie travel sickness.

The Snoozer Lookout II is really easy to install into the car. You will simply need to slot the car seat belt into the seat belt slot of the Lookout. There is also a connecting strap included if you want to add a harness as an extra safety measure for your pet.

>>>>Read our best dog harness review here

The last thing I want to mention about the Snoozer Lookout ii is that you can buy a nifty Travel Rack attachment that can simply slot onto the pet car seat. The Travel Rack holds a water and food tray so that your pooch can refresh him/herself on the journey. This way, you won’t have to stop as often to feed and water your dog.

The Dog Car Seat team thoroughly recommend the Snoozer Lookout II as the best dog car seat solution on the market to date. Check it out for yourself and read more reviews…

>>>>Find out more about Snoozer Lookout II here

More Snoozer Lookout II resources

Console Lookout Large Khaki
Dog Car Seat- 1, 083 results like the Kyjen Outward Hound Pet Lookout Car Booster Seat.

Washing the Lookout II Car seat cover
I have two My Buddy Snoozers and a Snoozer Lookout II. Wash the covers without any problems. On a side note…..I do find the construction of the Snoozers quite interesting.

Booster Dog Car Seats
Snoozer Lookout 2 Dog Car Seat The Snoozer Lookout Dog Car chair is a lush upholder car seat, which comes in micro suede or mistake leather. The inside is utterly lined with a thick sheepskin lining.

Filed Under: Snoozer Lookout 2 Tagged With: booster, car, dog, II, Lookout, pet, puppy, seat, seats, snoozer

Dog Booster Car Seat| Best Dog Car Seat Reviews

August 21, 2009 by Jodie L

Dog Car Booster Seat If you are looking for a dog booster seat, but you are unsure of which one is best, our dog booster seat review will help you make the right choice. In a rush? Here’s our favourites for the UK and US:

>>>>Learn more about Snoozer Lookout (US)

>>>>Find out more about Trixie Dog Car Bag For Small to Medium Dogs here (UK)

>>>>See Alexia Dog Car Seat For Larger Dogs (UK)

There are many different pet carriers and pet seats on the market. There are pro’s and con’s for each option. Firstly, Dog Crates are a viable option for transporting pets in the car. These crates will usually need to be placed in the boot of the car as they are quite large. To see a dog crate, click the link:

>>>>Get ideas on dog crates

Whilst a dog crate offers optimum safety for your pet, most dogs will find them difficult to get used to as they may feel claustrophobic and unsettled. The other downside is that your pooch will not be able to see out of the windows or benefit from good ventilation from air conditioning or open windows.

My dog Scoobie really likes to be able to sit in comfort, see out of windows or snooze in his dog booster car seat. He loves to snooze in the soft lamb’s wool fabric of the Snoozer Lookout booster seat. The Snoozer Lookout utilizes the seat belt of the car to strap it securely in place. It is also designed to give your pooch height so that he/she can see the best views.

If you are in the UK, you will enjoy the Trixie dog car seat that I mentioned above. Trixie is a sister company to Snoozer, so there is no compromise on quality! The Trixie Car Booster Seat Is also lined with wool for your pets comfort, as well as a slit for the cars seat belt to secure the seat.

If you have a medium sized breed, then you may like the Alexia pack down dog car seat. This one is a cheaper option, but we really love it because it flattens to the size of a briefcase for people with busy lifestyles that need a convenient product.

For added safety with the dog booster seat, you can add a dog car harness that will also link with your cars existing seat belt port. To read our dog harness review, click on the link:

>>>>Dog Car Harness Review

The Snoozer Lookout dog booster seat is the best dog car seat that I have ever purchased. I have had many that have been bad quality and not very practical. The Snoozer Lookout dog booster seat provides my dog with comfort and safety, whilst being lightweight, easy to fit, and easy to clean with its removable cover. I found lots of glowing reviews about the Snoozer Lookout. Here’s just one:

“It’s hard to find, even to envision, a car seat for dogs that will boost it, that’s attractive, and safe for the dog to use. The lookout is held to the car seat by the lap part of the seat belt, and a strap, like a leash, hooks from the seat belt to a harness of your doggy. Looks great in the car, easy to put in and take out, washable cover.” Snoozer Lookout Customer at Review Centre.com

We also found some great reviews on the Trixie Dog Car Seat. Here’s one for your reference:

“absolutely wonderful product,wasn’t sure about it and ordered it with some apprehension. i neednt have worried,the product is top quality,well thought out,my dog(maltese) loves it,the raised storage part is great for putting all his things in,and even better for my small dog, he loves going in the car in it so he can look out!the seller together with amazon gave a very prompt speedy service, no negatives at all,wouldn’t hesitate to order from this manufacturer again,if your considering it, go ahead you will not be disappointed, and i have looked into other dog seats eg outward hound etc, they are not a patch on this product,i’m happy my dog is even happier!” R. Uruttia

The selling point for me is that it also has a pull out tray for storing your pets leash, water tray, food, toys and more. There is an extra inexpensive accessory that you can buy that clips onto the top of the Snoozer Lookout so that your dog can have access to his/her food and water tray so that you don’t have to stop your car so often to tend to your pet.

>>>>Learn more about Snoozer Lookout (US)

Find out more about Trixie Dog Car Bag For Small to Medium Dogs here (UK)

More dog car booster seat tips

Be sure to check the weight of your dog before you buy a booster car seat. You will need to get the right size seat for your pooch so that he/she does not have restricted movement.

Bear in mind how easy the product is to clean, and how it attaches to the interior of the car. Some car seats require headrests to attach the seat straps onto, so this will need to be compatible with your car.

It is a good idea to get a dog car seat that gives your dog height in the car. He/she will be much happier with a better view. If travel sickness is an issue for your pet, then the booster seat will really help to alleviate or even cure this.

Additional dog booster seat sites

Keeping Your Dog Safe On The Road
Dog booster seat Booster Seats: If you need more than a seatbelt clip or if your dog is smaller, this may be the solution for you. Working similar to a baby car seat, these canine booster seats elevate your pet to see out of the window [...]

dog car booster seat
Whether you are on a vacation that will take you away for a few days or you just want to go on a drive to some unbeaten back road, having your dog with you will make your trip complete.

Driving with Dogs in Cars
All dogs, especially small ones should be in the back. Small dogs just like children are safer in the back. If your dog can’t see out the window get her a booster seat, one that can be secured with the seat belt.

Filed Under: Pet Booster Seats Tagged With: booster, car, dog, doggie, pet, puppy, seat, seats

Dog Car Hammock Review| Choosing The Right One

August 18, 2009 by Jodie L

If you are looking for a dog hammock then this will be the most important article that you have read all year. If you are in a hurry, this is our number 1 choice for the UK and US:

>>>>Find out more about Hammock Style Pet Car Seat Cover (US)

>>>>Learn more about Heavy Duty Rear Seat Cover (UK)

This hammock style pet car seat cover is the most versatile product that we could find. It is made from a specialist material called Solvitex, a heavy cotton twill fabric that is soft to touch but extremely hard wearing.

The Hammock Style Pet Car Seat Cover is the easiest product to clean. The fabric is waterproof and is pre-treated with a stain blocker to prevent heavy spills and dirt from seeping into the fabric. In almost every case, a simple wipe clean with soapy water does the trick.

The rear seat dog hammock winner fits ANY car. Every other product that we sampled says that it fits most cars. This means that you cannot not be certain that the product will fit until you try it. You may be very disappointed.

Our favourite backseat dog hammock also comes with storage pouches to keep all of your pet paraphernalia to hand.

If you live in the UK, you may want to take a look at the UK dog car hammock winner – Heavy Duty Rear Car Seat Cover. This one ticks all the boxes for us:

a) It fits any car, and folds in two to allow a passenger in the back of the car

b) It’s durable with its anti ‘claw and paw’ technology

c) It is waterproof and will wipe clean easily, as well as being machine washable

d) It’s affordable, coming in at one of our lowest priced items at just £19.99.

Here’s just one of many happy customers that have bought the Heavy Duty Rear Car Seat Cover:

“I bought this product so that I could take my dog with me up and down to uni and not have to worry about the mess he would make in the back of my new car. It is definately heavy duty as my dog sheds a lot and as he is not used to travelling, is frequently sick while I am driving. Despite all of this my seats are left spotless and the cover is incredibly easy to clean which is also a relief. This product was a great buy, is cheaper than similar items on offer and it fits a range of differnet sized cars considering I drive a Peugout 107.”
Mr Steve Williamson

The Dog Car Seat team have researched and sampled a large selection of dog hammocks that are on the market right now. There are many fleeced varieties that are designed to keep your dog warmer during the winter months. See the link below to get an idea.

>>>>self warming quilted hammock

Whilst this style of dog hammock offers benefits of keeping your dog warmer in winter, we found that it is not be suitable for hot weather, and so would be unusable during the spring and summer months. We also tested how easy it would be to clean a fleeced dog hammock. The bottom line is that it is very difficult to clean, and will soon have a grubby appearance that will be difficult to remove unless it is taken to a specialist cleaners.

Having said that, the self warming quilted hammock does have some good features. It looks great, and you have a choice of 3 colours. If you like the design and the self warming feature, then this might be the right choice for you. Just be mindful that cleaning will take longer with this product.

The Hammock Style Pet Car Seat Cover ticks all of the boxes, that’s why it’s our winner. It s durable, so your dog will not be able to chew or scratch it to death. It s also easy install and remove, and super easy to clean.

If the only downside is that the fabric is not fleeced, and you are worried about how warm your pet is, you can simply throw over a dog fleece blanket or turn up your car heater to keep your pooch warm.

>>>>Hammock Style Pet Car Seat Cover

More Dog hammock info

Dog hammocks or dog car seat covers are essential if you have a medium to large dog. The main benefit of having a dog hammock is that you can protect your car upholstery or leather from doggie hair, doggie drool, muddy paws and in the worst cases, doggie vomit and other lovely things!

Dog hammocks also offer a comfortable and soft surface for your dog to settle on whilst on a road trip. They are so easy to clean as you can simply just remove them from the car and shake off the pet hair, or wash if necessary.

Many dog hammocks will clip easily onto the back seat and front seat headrests. These hammocks will prevent your pooch from getting onto the floor, and will reduce the risk of injury in the case of an accident by cradling your pet.

Hammocks style dog car seat covers are definitely better than standard bucket seat covers. The Hammock has the added benefit of stopping your pet from jumping into the front seat or console area of the car, whilst allowing you to still pet your pooch.

Dog Hammock Blog News

Dog Car Seat Covers
Hence, there are a variety of dog car seat covers that are easy to use, wash and maintain. There are hammock style car seat covers, seat covers with paw prints on them and even quilted car seat covers.

Travel Dog Car Hammock
Travel Dog Car Hammock This great fitting hammock creates a complete back seat compartment barrier that s easy to install and easy to clean.

dog car hammock
If you like to go outing with your dog, two things will keep th fef em from messing the insides of your car. One is a dog booster seat. Another is a dog car.

Dog Car Seat Covers
Luxury Dog Couches – Give Your Dog A Couch To Let Him Sleep Well; Dog Car Seat Covers – Take Your Dog With You In Style; Caring For Dogs Professionally; Useful Bits Of Advice You Should Follow When Purchasing Elegant Dog Carriers.

Choosing a Dog Car Seat:
Extra large dogs enjoy sitting in hammock seats. A large hammock seat attaches to the front and back seat headrests of your car. Many come with straps and clips to secure the seat to the vehicle.

Filed Under: Car Hammocks Tagged With: backseat, car, cover, covers, dog, dogs, hammock, hammocks, protector, rear, seat

Dog Car Harness| Best Dog Harness Reviews

August 17, 2009 by Jodie L

If you are in search for a dog harness, then you have come to the right place.

The Dog Car Seat team have researched dog harnesses for small to large dogs, in search for the safest and most comfortable dog car harness for your pooch. If you are in a hurry, here is our number 1 dog harnesses in the UK and US:

>>>>Find out more about Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Small US

>>>>Find out about Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Medium US

>>>>Go to Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Large US

>>>>Learn more about Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Extra Large US

>>>>See more on Ancol Car Harnesses for small dogs (UK)

>>>>Learn more about RAC Dog Car Harness for medium dogs (UK)

>>>>Find out more about Ancol Car Harnesses for Large Dogs (UK)

>>>>Find out more about Ancol Car Harnesses for Extra Large Dogs (UK)

Dog Car Harness Review

These dog car harnesses were a great find as most dog harnesses are advertised as one size fits all. As you can see, there is a large range to provide you with the correct size harness for your pooch. We know that our dog is a specific size and weight, and he/she deserves the perfect fit when it comes to a dog harness. If the harness is the wrong size, it could choke your pet or make/him her feel uncomfortable. And of course, if your dog is uncomfortable, he/she will let you know about it! You won t have a relaxing road trip that s for sure!

Imagine being able to set off into the sunset, car packed, passengers on board, pooch happily strapped into the car. You will enjoy your car trips 100% more with the peace of mind that comes with having your pet in a safety dog harness.

Read this great review from a happy customer from the States:

I use these whenever travelling with my Shelties. I know they are safe in the backseat and they are comfortable knowing they will not lose their balance while the vehicle is moving. I’ve recommended these to everyone I know that has dogs. The range of dog harnesses that the team at Dog Car Seat have found are fully adjustable, and so can be used either with a dog car seat or directly into the car belt buckle receptacle if you have a larger dog. SierraGirl, LA

Here is just one of many glowing customer comments from the UK RAC range:

“Fantastic product, fits my jack russell perfectly. Easy to use, keeps him in one place sitting nicely on the backseat of the car. He has no problem with me putting it on him so must be comfortable enough. I feel much safer having him harnessed in the car and cannot recommend this product enough, just be careful with the sizing as i bought a small as well and it was absolutely tiny. A medium is definitely required for a jack russell sized dog.” TuttiFruiti, Scotland

I admit that these dog harnesses are not the cheapest out there, but you pay for quality of course, and they really are superb quality. My colleague Dan bought one just the other day for his Staffordshire Bull Terrier. He says that even though Terence the dog is boisterous, and sometimes pulls on the harness before he gets settled, Dan has confidence that Terence is not hurting himself as the dog harness is very well padded. It is also made of really strong materials so it definitely won t break.

You will notice that the smaller harnesses have a padded front panel so that your pooches little frame does not get damaged. Larger breeds do not require this, and will be perfectly happy with these safety car harnesses for dogs as the straps are all padded for his comfort.

Another great feature of these dog harnesses is that they have a dual function of turning into a walking harness. Great for dogs that pull and need that bit of extra training.

>>>>Find out more about Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Small US

>>>>Find out about Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Medium US

>>>>Go to Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Large US

>>>>Learn more about Solvit Pet Vehicle Harness Extra Large US

>>>>See more on Ancol Car Harnesses for small dogs (UK)

>>>>Learn more about RAC Dog Car Harness for medium dogs (UK)

>>>>Find out more about Ancol Car Harnesses for Large Dogs (UK)

>>>>Find out more about Ancol Car Harnesses for Extra Large Dogs (UK)

Additional Dog Harness Info

Dog training and dog safety experts recommend that you use a dog harness whilst traveling with your pooch in the car. Whilst dog car seats offer a lot of protection for your dog, a harness will provide you with that added security in knowing that your dog cannot leap out, or in case of an accident, be thrown out of the dog car seat or off the back seat of your car.

If you own a large or medium dog that will not fit into a dog car seat, then a large dog harness can be used with your existing car seat belt to keep you, your passengers and your beloved pet safe. If you have a smaller dog and you already own a dog car seat, there are small dog harnesses on the market that are specifically designed to work with a dog car seat.

From The Blog Network

Ancol Dog Car Harness
Ancol Dog Car Harness The dog car harness is becoming increasingly popular in line with car safety regulations. It is important to restrain your pet.

Dog Car Harness Highwaycontrol
A dog harness is indispensable for the safety of dog and owner in the car where no crate is used. The dog harness will keep your dog fixed during the drive.

Car harness
I was wondering what age is safe to use a car harness? Bessie is only 10 weeks can I use them from this age? I brought one in the pound.

Dog Travel: Safety First!
A dog car harness is available in different sizes, and it is important that you choose the right one in order for it to fit correctly. If it s too loose, the dog may slip through in an impact.