Is this harness safe to use to tether a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring?
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Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling. Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely... » Read More Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling. « Show Less
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Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling.
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Yes, it can. It is basically just a seatbelt strap with a hook in to your car seat belt on 1 end, and a clip to hook to your dog on the other. I usually clip it to a harness, but have also clipped it to a collar for short trips. Length is adjustable, so dog can wander a bit or be kept in 1 spot. Hope this helps!
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This buckle really would not help. The harness on your dog is the genuine factor. You must have a harness that displaces the force of the accident and momentum and around the rib cage of the dog. You cannot attach this to a regular collar, gentle leader, or standard harness that loops around body and neck. If you are looking to buckle in your dog over crate or gated travel, there are leashes with a "traffic control" loop about 1 to 1 1/2 foot from the clasp you can just use your actual car seat belt through the loop.
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If your harness attaches to the seat belt attachment, it will work in the back seat. There are velcro slots in the bench seat protector that allow the harness to clip into the seat belt base. If you use it in the front seat (which I would not recommend), it will also work if you lift up the side of the protector and tuck in behind the belt attachment-but if you have airbags you likely will kill your pet in an accident
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I think it would be best for you to contact the seller of this harness. I no longer use the harness. Previous answer by David is excellent. Give that loving doggie a bit hug for me.
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not sure of the question but this is what I bought http://www.amazon.com/P26o-Adjustable-Safety-Leads-Seat I bought a harness at a local pet store and that is all you need the item fits right into the seabelt lock in the car and is very secure and you can make it as tight or loose for the dog to be able to move around or not. Hope that helps.
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As long as the seat can b pulled down to connect the security strap that goes around the seat itself.There are two needed straps..the one around the headrest and another one that straps around the seat itself. If the dog is light enough and not too jumpy you could probably get away with just using the headrest strap I suppose but it is intended to have the seat strap used.I have a 30 pound king charles spaniel I (lazily) just threw the headrest strap for one day..it collapsed and poor thing got so scared so I know he is too large to get away with that lolSo my suggestion is if you are able to open the back seat to use that seat strap it would def work.Hope I was some help.. As long as the seat can b pulled down to connect the security strap that goes around the seat itself.There are two needed straps..the one around the headrest and another one that straps around the seat itself. If the dog is light enough and not too jumpy you could probably get away with just using the headrest strap I suppose but it is intended to have the seat strap used.I have a 30 pound king charles spaniel I (lazily) just threw the headrest strap for one day..it collapsed and poor thing got so scared so I know he is too large to get away with that lolSo my suggestion... » Read More As long as the seat can b pulled down to connect the security strap that goes around the seat itself.There are two needed straps..the one around the headrest and another one that straps around the seat itself. If the dog is light enough and not too jumpy you could probably get away with just using the headrest strap I suppose but it is intended to have the seat strap used.I have a 30 pound king charles spaniel I (lazily) just threw the headrest strap for one day..it collapsed and poor thing got so scared so I know he is too large to get away with that lolSo my suggestion is if you are able to open the back seat to use that seat strap it would def work.Hope I was some help.. « Show Less
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You will. Break your dog's neck if you use just the collar. A harness is the safe and recommended way to use this. Check with your vet or read the cautions.
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That would depend upon your car and if there is a latch on the front of your seats. I've got a Britax and haven't read that anywhere. Using the top tether rear facing would be going over the car seat and a danger in my eyes.
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No, but there are ringlets on the left and right interior bottom that allow you to hook a leash. I use an old leash that is knotted up to a length that allows the dog to move without leaving the carrier. If your dog rides in your car and it knows its boundaries, it shouldn't be a problem. I leave the top open so my dog can sit and watch the world go by. If you really need straps, I'd use bungy cords. Buy two and hook them around the outside.
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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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Hi Ashley, The seat belt does restrict to a certain point. My 80 lb. mixed breed is able to sit up or lay down on my back seat with no problems. One of the real stabilizing factors for the Clikit are the 2 straps that are supplied with the harness. The 2 straps will connect to your back seats 2 metal rectangular braces. These straps hold your pet in place and in conjunction with the seat belt will prevent your pet from falling forward. Take a good look at the video on Clikit's website to get a really good view of how this all works. I hope this helps you make a more informed decision about the safety of your pet. Hi Ashley, The seat belt does restrict to a certain point. My 80 lb. mixed breed is able to sit up or lay down on my back seat with no problems. One of the real stabilizing factors for the Clikit are the 2 straps that are supplied with the harness. The 2 straps will connect to your back seats 2 metal rectangular braces. These straps hold your pet in place and in conjunction with the seat belt will prevent your pet from falling forward. Take a good look at the video on Clikit's website to get a really good view of how this all works. I hope this helps you make a more informed decision about... » Read More Hi Ashley, The seat belt does restrict to a certain point. My 80 lb. mixed breed is able to sit up or lay down on my back seat with no problems. One of the real stabilizing factors for the Clikit are the 2 straps that are supplied with the harness. The 2 straps will connect to your back seats 2 metal rectangular braces. These straps hold your pet in place and in conjunction with the seat belt will prevent your pet from falling forward. Take a good look at the video on Clikit's website to get a really good view of how this all works. I hope this helps you make a more informed decision about the safety of your pet. « Show Less
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not directly. A strap goes around the headrest and a second strap goes around the seat and clips together at the back. there is a tether that attaches to the seat belt with a clasp that attaches to your pet's harness.
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Yes it will. Any harness is better than a collar around a dog's throat. What I especially like about this is you aren't fumbling with a buckle. With this one you just slide the locking device and release the button. Hold down the button and slide it to loosen again and it slips on and off easily.
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I have a 5lbs Chihuahua. The harness goes around her neck, down her chest, up around her belly, and there's a strap that connects between the neck and belly on her back. It works great to hold her and not choke her, should I need to hit the brakes a little harder than normal. There's a metal hook in the center of her back that attaches the hook on the car seat and keeps her dog tag on, as well.Every time I get the harness out, she knows we're going bye bye. :)
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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!
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There is a metal clip that you can attach a tether to ( sold separately) or they recommend purchasing a harness that also attaches to this V shaped metal clip. I purchased this for a puppy that quickly grew out of it so I looped the leash through the clip that then kept the puppy in the seat. If you have a small dog and are going to use this for car use then it would be helpful to either purchase the tether or harness that Kurgo offers.