Dog Car Harnesses & Seat Belt Restraints

Keep your dog more safely restrained while travelling with our range of dog car harnesses and seat belt restraints. Designed to secure your dog inside the vehicle, a suitable car harness can help reduce movement around the cabin and minimise distractions for the driver.

Whether you're making a short trip to the park or travelling on a longer journey, a correctly fitted dog travel harness provides a practical way to keep your pet restrained while still allowing them enough movement to sit or lie comfortably.

Why Use a Dog Car Harness?

An unrestrained dog can move around the vehicle, distract the driver or be thrown forward during sudden braking.

A properly fitted dog car safety harness helps keep your dog in a designated seating position and provides greater control while travelling.

In the UK, the Highway Code states that dogs and other animals should be suitably restrained when travelling in a vehicle so they cannot distract the driver or injure themselves or the driver if the vehicle stops quickly.

Comfortable Restraint for Car Journeys

Unlike attaching a restraint directly to a conventional neck collar, a purpose-designed harness distributes restraint across a larger area of the dog's body.

Depending on the model, features can include:

• Adjustable straps for a secure fit
• Padded chest sections for additional comfort
• Strong buckles and attachment points
• Vehicle seat belt attachment
• Room for your dog to sit or lie down
• Walking lead attachment on selected harnesses

Helps Reduce Driver Distraction

Dogs moving between seats, climbing onto passengers or attempting to reach the driver can become a serious distraction.

Using a suitable dog seat belt harness or car restraint helps keep your dog in the intended passenger area while you're driving.

Dog Seat Belt Restraints

Different products use different methods of attachment. Depending on the particular model, a dog car restraint may connect to the vehicle's existing seat belt or use another suitable vehicle attachment point.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with your particular harness or restraint and check compatibility with your vehicle before use.

Choosing the Correct Dog Car Harness Size

Correct sizing is particularly important with a car harness. The harness needs to fit securely without being excessively tight or restricting your dog's normal breathing and movement.

Before ordering, check the manufacturer's sizing information and measure your dog carefully. Depending on the harness, measurements may include:

• Chest or Girth – Around the widest part of your dog's chest
• Neck – Around the appropriate part of the neck
• Weight – Used as an additional sizing guide

Don't select a harness purely by breed. Individual dogs of the same breed can vary considerably in size and body shape.

Dog Car Harnesses for Small & Large Dogs

Our range includes options suitable for dogs of different sizes, from smaller pets through to larger dogs.

For larger or stronger dogs, pay particular attention to the construction of the harness, adjustment range and the vehicle attachment method.

Walking Harnesses for Your Destination

Selected dog travel harnesses can also be used as walking harnesses once you've reached your destination.

This can be particularly convenient on longer journeys because you don't necessarily need to remove one harness and fit another before taking your dog for a walk or comfort break.

Check the individual product specification to confirm whether a particular car harness is also designed for walking.

Key Features of Our Dog Car Harnesses & Restraints

• Helps restrain your dog during car journeys
• Helps reduce driver distraction
• Adjustable designs for a comfortable fit
• Strong attachment points on suitable models
• Padded designs available
• Options for different sizes of dog
• Compatible with suitable vehicle restraint systems
• Selected models can also be used for walking
• Ideal for short and long-distance journeys

Important Safety Information

Always use a dog car harness and restraint according to the manufacturer's instructions. Check the harness, stitching, buckles and attachment points regularly and replace any component showing significant wear or damage.

Never attach a vehicle restraint intended for a harness directly to your dog's normal neck collar unless the manufacturer specifically states that it is designed to be used that way.

Vehicle compatibility and safety specifications vary between products, so check the individual product description before purchasing.

Need Help Choosing a Dog Car Harness?

If you're unsure which size or type of car harness is suitable for your dog, measure your pet carefully and compare the measurements with the individual product sizing information.

If you still need help, contact CatFlaps.co.uk and we'll be happy to help you choose a suitable dog car harness or travel restraint.

Shop Dog Car Harnesses & Seat Belt Restraints

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