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Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat: Elevated Comfort & Secure Travel for Smaller Dogs

Give your small dog the best seat in the house (or car!) with the Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat. Designed for both comfort and safety, this innovative car seat elevates your pint-sized companion, allowing them to enjoy the view and making every journey a more engaging experience.

Crafted with a cosy nylon, lamb fur look bed, this seat offers supreme comfort for your furry friend. The bed is conveniently machine washable, ensuring easy cleaning after adventures and making it an ideal travel bed for overnight stays in hotels or camping trips.

Beyond comfort, this car seat is engineered for practical travel. The clever raised compartment beneath the seat provides ample storage for all your dog's essentials – leads, treats, toys, or water containers – keeping your car tidy and organised.

Security is paramount. A robust nylon strap securely fastens the car seat within your vehicle, preventing any unwanted movement. Crucially, a belt slit is integrated, allowing for seamless use of a Universal Seat Belt Restraint and a correctly fitting harness, ensuring your pet is safely secured as per Highway Code recommendations.
When your adventure is over, the Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat packs away to approximately one-third of its size, offering fantastic space-saving convenience when not in use.

Prioritise your pet's safety and your peace of mind. The UK's Highway Code (Rule 57) advises: "When in a vehicle make sure dogs or other animals are suitably restrained so they cannot distract you while you are driving or injure you, or themselves, if you stop quickly. A seat belt harness, pet carrier, dog cage or dog guard are ways of restraining animals in cars.” While there's no direct penalty for failing to restrain your pet, "driving without due care and attention" can lead to a maximum fine of £2,500 and nine penalty points. Furthermore, if an unrestrained pet contributes to an accident, your insurance might not pay out.

Combine the Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat with a Universal Seat Belt Restraint and a correctly fitting harness for the ultimate secure, comfortable, and view-filled journey for your small dog.

Size: 45cm x 39cm x 38.5cm

FAQs About Safe Dog Travel

Q: Why is it important to restrain my small dog in the car, even in a car seat?
A: Restraining your dog is crucial for their safety, your safety, and to comply with the Highway Code. Even small dogs can become dangerous projectiles in sudden braking or a collision if unrestrained. They can also distract the driver, leading to accidents. The car seat provides comfort and elevation, but the primary restraint must come from a separate harness and seat belt clip.

Q: How does the Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat enhance my small dog's travel experience?
A: This car seat offers a fantastic elevated position, allowing smaller dogs to look out the window, which can significantly reduce anxiety and make journeys more enjoyable for them. The comfortable lamb fur look bed also provides a cosy, familiar space, which can be particularly calming.

Q: Does this car seat provide enough security on its own?
A: The Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat has a strong nylon strap to secure the seat itself to your car, preventing it from sliding around. However, for your dog's safety and to comply with the Highway Code, you must use a separate, correctly fitted harness in conjunction with a Universal Seat Belt Restraint, clipped through the provided belt slit. The car seat provides the elevated, comfortable platform, while the harness and restraint secure your dog.

Q: What are the potential consequences of not adequately restraining my dog while driving?
A: If your dog's movements distract you, you could be charged with "driving without due care and attention," which carries a maximum fine of £2,500 and nine penalty points. More critically, if an unrestrained pet contributes to an accident, your car insurance policy may be invalidated, leaving you financially responsible for all damages.

Q: Can I use this car seat as a travel bed outside the car?
A: Yes, absolutely! The comfortable nylon, lamb fur look bed is ideal for use as a portable travel bed when you're staying in hotels, camping, or visiting friends. It provides a familiar and cosy spot for your dog wherever you go.

Q: How easy is the Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat to store when not in use?
A: It's designed with convenience in mind! The seat packs away to approximately one-third of its original size, making it very compact and easy to store in your boot, cupboard, or even under a bed, saving valuable space.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Trixie Friends on Tour Car Seat?
A: The car seat measures 45cm x 39cm x 38.5cm. This size is ideal for small dog breeds. Please ensure your dog can comfortably sit or lie down within these dimensions.