Have you been dreaming of your next road trip? The lure of the open road is especially tempting right now, but longer road trips in a car with your dog, while fun, can also be challenging. A few tips and tricks to make a road trip easier for both pet and owner will be appreciated by your readers.
SEAT COVERS or CAR HAMMOCK
Animals, especially dogs and cats, can wreak havoc on a vehicle seat. Cat claws will ruin leather, while dog hair will cling to cloth seats. Cloth seats get dirty from oils and dirt from animal fur and become stained. A convenient way to prevent this and protect the vehicle’s original upholstery is to buy a seat cover designed especially for pets. These durable options covers the entire back section of your car protecting it from hair, drool, food messes and anything else your pet can throw at it.
CAR FLOOR MATS
One of the best ways to keep the floorboards of the car clean from muddy feet is by buying a good set of car floor mats. That way, when a muddy pet jumps into the floorboard of the car, it will land on the mat rather than the actual carpet underneath.
Floorboard mats can easily be pulled out and sprayed clean in case your pet has an accident; or they can be conveniently removed and vacuumed to remove dry messes like hair or dog treats. Not to mention, mats protect against rips in the carpet from claws and nails. Car floor mats make your car ready for easy cleanup, no matter what.
CAR DETAIL
Even with all the possible preventative measures you can take to keep your car somewhat dog-proofed during a road-trip, the only real way to consistently and completely keep your car free of evidence of your dog ownership is to get a detail. While it might be costly, professional detailers have the right tools and experience to keep your car safely and effectively in tip top shape so you can keep your dog as your co-pilot.
Pro-Tip: You should always keep a supply of lint-rollers, an old blanket, and a never-ending supply of air fresheners and odor eliminators close by.
A car is a significant investment that people tend to keep for years. Most people take pride in such an expensive investment and therefore would like to keep it in good condition for as long as possible. Not to mention, the resale value of the vehicle will be much greater if it has not been damaged by the family pet. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to protect the car from pet damage. In conclusion, when traveling with pets, it is important to invest in products that will keep a vehicle looking nice for years to come.
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