Dog Guidance Blog

If you are considering buying a bicycle dog carrier there are some things you must consider before making your purchase. Let’s face it, you want to be sure that your faithful friend is safe and secure and not confused and dazed half a mile back up the road.

• The first thing to consider is the weight of your dog, as most dog carriers on the market today only cater for dogs up to 24 pounds. If you are unsure of your dogs weight there is an easy way to weigh him. Stand on the scales yourself and take note of how many pounds you are, next, lift your dog and get back on the scales and the difference in the two weights is the weight of your dog
• If it is your intention to attach your bicycle dog carrier to the rear carrier rack on your bicycle try to buy one that has reflective tape attached to it. It just helps make you more visible to motorists.
• Try to find a washable dog carrier. Bicycle rides can sometimes leave you caught in a shower of rain and everyone knows what a wet dog smells like. If you and your dog do happen to get wet the carrier will retain the smell of the wet dog so you need to be able to wash it.
• A fleece lined dog carrier will keep your little pet as comfortable as possible. Don’t forget if he is sitting over the top of the back wheel he will feel every bump along the way so that more comfy the carrier the more he will enjoy the ride.

Bicycle dog carriers are especially great for older dogs that might not just be as fit as they once were, but ideally when your dog is young is the best time to introduce it to a dog carrier. Bicycle rides with your dog safely in its carrier are great fun and much safer than having your dog run alongside.