Summer is on its way and we are all thinking of day trips out and picnics with the kids.  Of course the dog comes too - why should he miss out on all the fun? 

Firstly we pack the car with rugs to sit on, baskets or rucksacks full of sandwiches, crisps, cakes and drinks and the brightly coloured plastic picnic plates from last year which you’ve recently found in the back of a cupboard that’s not often used.  Don’t forget the waterproofs just in case it decides to rain !! 

The car’s packed, the kids are strapped in the back seats and lastly there’s the dog.  How can we stop him from getting at the sandwiches which are neatly crammed between the kids on the back seat? 

Easy, invest in a dog guard.  Dog guards are easily fitted and you don’t need any tools to do the job because there are no holes to be drilled and no permanent fittings required.  They are also just as easily removed when you no longer need one.

Choose from wire mesh or tubular dog guard - a tubular one is ideal for a larger type dog or the wire mesh ones, made from 2″ square welded mesh are fine for smaller dogs or those types of dog who can get aggressive.

All the dog guards on ideas-4-pets site are made from welded tubular steel for maximum strength and are also height and width adjustable.  Depending on the type and age of your car, the dog guard sits either on the parcel shelf or goes to the floor of your car.  Because they are vehicle specific you know it will fit!!

Whichever you choose, you will have peace of mind knowing that your dog will be kept safe and contained in the back of your car and you will be free to drive safely with the bonus of having your picnic intact when you arrive at your destination !!