Things to consider when buying a pet-friendly car

Updated May 29, 2019 | Same topic: Let's Drive Smart!

A lot of dog owners are having challenges when it comes to traveling with their pets. Read on to find some useful tips from Philkotse when choosing a pet-friendly car.

More and more Filipinos nowadays are starting to develop a strong bond with their pets. There are times when you would like to travel with your dogs but you are greatly challenged because most public transportation is not allowing pets especially dogs on board the driver and conductor would advise putting the pets in the cargo compartment which is not suitable due to its lack of ventilation.

pet friendly car

Dog parents have the stress of finding a vehicle that offers space and functionality

You must be realistic and learn to accept the fact that not everyone is fond of dogs. Also, you should understand that some people are more sensitive and they may be allergic to dogs and their furs.

That is why as part of being a responsible fur parent it is important that you find ways on how to make your dogs comfortable whenever you want to bring them to different places. Check out this article from Philkotse.com to get some useful tips. 

1. Nice and spacious interior

We all know that dogs have the tendency to bark loudly and express their discomfort when in small spaces. That we why choosing a spacious cabin is a must for all dog owners.

If you are planning to take your dog/s with you in out of town trips or nature tripping then a reliable SUV is very much recommended as it allows you to accommodate extra baggage as well as your pets at the rear end of the vehicle.

You can check out Honda Oddesey and Hyundai Starex since both car models are known for their spacious interiors and they are available here in the Philippines.

pet friendly car : spacious cabin

Make sure that your car has enough space for you buddy

>>> Worth to note: 9 Must-Have Things in a Pet-Friendly Car.

2. A back door that can open in an upright direction

We want our dogs to comfortably get inside and out of the vehicle. Most dogs tend to get too excited once they realize that we are taking them out for a trip and we want them to feel comfortable at all times. Should you decide to place them inside the crate then these type of vehicle is also the best choice.

Cars in the Philippines like Kia Sportage, Mazda 3 and the Toyota Prius are the best options available in the market at a very reasonable price point.

Pet-friendly car: Kia Sportage

Kia Sportage is not a bad choice

3. Easy-to-clean car

Cars like the FJ Cruiser brought to you by Toyota Motors is meant for off-road use. Thus its seats are made of leather and it also has rubber matting making it easier for car owners to clean up the area.

All you need to do is clean the leather seats with disinfectant wipes or a damp cloth while the rubber mats can be easily cleaned using a brush, soap and running water.

MPV’s like the Isuzu Crosswind, Toyota Avanza and the Kia Sportage can also be considered as pet-friendly vehicles because you can install rubber matting at the rear compartment.

dog cleaning

There is no excuse for not cleaning up dog mess

>>> Click here to get more helpful tips and advice for all car owners.