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David & Lorna Schinske (Davidschinske) (67.216.159.159)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2002 - 9:12 am: | |
We will need to install a pet barrier to keep my cat from roaming all over the windshield & driver's area in the bus. She has already figured out how to open the door of the pet carrier and I really don't want to keep her in a small cage while traveling. Also my 60 lp lap dog likes to be petted while driving down the road. While this isn't a huge problem in the jeep (she sits in the back) I think it would be somewhat distracting in the bus. What have some of you done? Thanks
Lorna
Whitwell, TN |
Chris Christensen (164.165.217.254)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2002 - 1:56 pm: | |
Just put them both in a collar and on a short leash.
Chris Christensen
Eagle, Idaho |
Johnny (63.159.197.139)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2002 - 2:39 pm: | |
DO NOT PUT A COLLAR ON A CAT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES!!!!!!!!! They can easily get caught on something and strangle themselves. If yuou need a leash, harnesses are available at any pet store (I got mine at Wal-Mart). |
CoryDane RTSII IL (4.17.253.102)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2002 - 3:57 pm: | |
Traveling in my old RV, the two dogs were collared and on leash in separate areas while on the move. I tried to maintain some kind of padded barrior in front of them in case of the unforseen accident. I now have a Greyhound of Champion bloodlines. These dogs will normally find a nice soft couch to lay on for the duration of the trip. But for an animal that wants to walk around and get your attention, you may need to leash and provide a soft barrior in front of him (forward motion of the bus). You MUST consider the worst to protect your pet and HOPE it never happens. cd |
Peter Broadribb (Madbrit) (216.67.220.106)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2002 - 4:09 pm: | |
All animals should be restrained while underway. Can you imagine being hit it the back of the head by a 75lb dog in mid flight or a cat clawing at you as it passes by. Your animals or as much a danger to you as they are to themselves in the unfortunate event of an accident. They can cause you more harm than a flying table or chair, so secure them in a safe enviroment. I would imagine an unsecured pet carrier is not too safe for the occupants of the vehicle either, as it hurtles towards the front.
Maybe a chest harness attached to a secure point with a short leash, would work, I don't know as I have not seen any safety studies on this matter. Perhaps the Road Transport and Safety Board can offer suggestions?
In fact, the safest place for the animal and all occupants would be to have the animal as far forward as possible in the event of a sudden stop situation as no momentum is gained.
Peter. |
Roger PD4104 (205.188.197.51)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2002 - 5:05 pm: | |
Sounds like it could be the beginning of a commercial venture. Safety Car Seat for your pet. All kidding aside, a portable kennel would be the safest domain for your pet. It will protect them from flying objects and can be securely anchored. |
Chris Sanderson (63.17.43.88)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, July 07, 2002 - 1:08 pm: | |
How about those strap nets like you see in the back of pickups? I have four German shepherds, that's 600lbs folks, so Ive been concerned about something that will catch them and not break, anyway that's what I'm gonna try. |