Review: Zerimax Doggie Seatbelt
January 18, 2012 by Paris and John
Filed under Collars & leashes, Our Reviews
Product: Zerimax Doggie Seatbelt
What it is: Automobile seatbelt extension for dogs
Manufacturer: Zerimax, Chicago, IL (Made in USA)
DogTipper Review: Some dogs love to ride in cars, some not so much, but all dogs do have to ride with us on occasion. As passengers, dogs are just as susceptible to injury in an accident as are our other family members. It’s up to us to ensure our furry buddies are as safe as possible when getting out on the road, whether on a short trip to the vet or on a family vacation. That’s where the Doggie Seatbelt comes in, working with your car’s existing seat belt system to keep your dog secure in case of accident or an emergency stop which could throw him against the car’s interior surfaces.
The Doggie Seatbelt is designed to be used with a properly fitting harness, not with a traditional neck collar. To hook it up, just slide the car’s seatbelt and shoulder strap through the loop on the bottom of the Doggie Seatbelt, then place your dog on the seat and clip the metal clasp onto his harness. The length of the Doggie Seatbelt can be adjusted to conform to the dog’s size. The Doggie Seatbelt is intended for dogs up to 25 pounds. The backseat is always the safest location for dog passengers.
The company says that the Doggie Seatbelt is “safe, snug, and secure” and we could add one more adjective to the description: it is “simple” to use. It takes just a few seconds to hook up, which should encourage its regular use. By consistently hooking up your dog every time he travels with you, you both will get in the habit of using the system.
If your dog resists being buckled in for safety, the Zerimax website has some great tips on how to help him get accustomed to the system.
The Doggie Seatbelt is a quality product made in the USA with substantial hardware and polypropylene strapping and has been tested to withstand 450 pounds of force by an independent testing service. Though not reviewed here, the company also markets the ROADIE® Seatbelt, a system suitable for larger dogs.
Price: The Doggie Seatbelt sells for $25 from the company’s website or through Amazon.com’s vendor network.
For More Information:
- visit www.mydoggieseatbelt.com
- on Facebook
- call (877) 319-5550
Disclosure: We received a Doggie Seatbelt for review; we were not paid for our review and all opinions are entirely our own.
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