Top 7 Cars For Dog Owners

Dog owners know, without a doubt, that having the right vehicle can make all the difference in the world when travelling with dogs and there are some vehicles that are simply better than others when it comes to pet travel.

Whether you’re taking long trip or just zapping around town, if you’ve got a small dog, large dog or multiple dogs or even those with senior dogs, all want and need something different from their vehicle that is suitable for your fur babies.

Subaru Outback: With loads of pet friendly accessories especially for dogs along with plenty of room in the cargo area, combined with Subaru’s superior traction makes the Outback ideal for traveling in colder climates and for outdoors dogs that like snowy terrain and wintery conditions.

Nissan Juke: Offering plenty of space and a large rear hatch, this compact coupe/SUV crossover delivers a smooth ride and is great for small-to-medium families.

Volkswagen Tiguan: A roomy interior with rear seats that fold completely flat, this is another compact SUV with enough room for dogs of all sizes and even has the option of a pet barrier to keep your dogs safely in the back.

BMW X3: With a cargo area the right size for small-to-medium sized dogs the BMW X3 maximizes canine comfort with soft, heated leather seats, a sunroof and rear climate control.

Volvo V60: With tons of cargo space, optional pet barrier and rear climate control, the Volvo V60 is perfect for pet travel and as always from Volvo, you can expect only the best in safety.

Kia Soul: This compact urban cruiser has plenty of headroom to comfortably accommodate big and tall dogs and the large rear hatch allows for quick and easy entry and exit.

Honda Odyssey: With a wealth of room, comfortable seats, rear ventilation and underfloor compartments the Odyssey may just be the ideal vehicle when it comes to driving with your dog and even includes an innovative vacuum system that lets you clean up quickly and effectively for dogs that shed excessively.

To help with the choices, and considering the unique needs of dog owners, Auto Trader has compiled a list of the Top 7 Cars For Dog Owners to consider when buying a new car for you and your fur-kids and used the following criteria for their evaluations:

• A rear lift gate allows your dog to jump in and out of the car easily; it also makes for more convenient loading in/loading out of pet carriers, crates and kennels.
• Fold-flat seats create a spacious area for your dog to sit while keeping the actual surface of the seats clean from hair or scratches.
• An airy cabin is especially beneficial for large dogs to stretch out.
• Rear cargo-attachment ringlets help keep carriers and crates from sliding around.
• A containment barrier/divider keeps your dog from jumping up to the front seat while the car is in motion.
• A low ride height helps dogs — especially older ones — get in and out with ease.
• Rear climate control keeps your dog cool and comfortable in transit no matter what the weather is like.
• A sunroof brings fresh air and sunlight so you can keep your dog from hanging its head out of the window.
• Underfloor storage gets your things out of the way so your dog can ride more comfortably.

These, combined with the critical features of comfort and convenience, were used to compile the list of Top 7 Cars For Dog Owners.

Subaru Outback: With loads of pet friendly accessories especially for dogs along with plenty of room in the cargo area, combined with Subaru’s superior traction makes the Outback ideal for traveling in colder climates and for outdoors dogs that like snowy terrain and wintery conditions.

Nissan Juke: Offering plenty of space and a large rear hatch, this compact coupe/SUV crossover delivers a smooth ride and is great for small-to-medium families.

Volkswagen Tiguan: A roomy interior with rear seats that fold completely flat, this is another compact SUV with enough room for dogs of all sizes and even has the option of a pet barrier to keep your dogs safely in the back.

BMW X3: With a cargo area the right size for small-to-medium sized dogs the BMW X3 maximizes canine comfort with soft, heated leather seats, a sunroof and rear climate control.

Volvo V60: With tons of cargo space, optional pet barrier and rear climate control, the Volvo V60 is perfect for pet travel and as always from Volvo, you can expect only the best in safety.

Kia Soul: This compact urban cruiser has plenty of headroom to comfortably accommodate big and tall dogs and the large rear hatch allows for quick and easy entry and exit.

Honda Odyssey: With a wealth of room, comfortable seats, rear ventilation and underfloor compartments the Odyssey may just be the ideal vehicle when it comes to driving with your dog and even includes an innovative vacuum system that lets you clean up quickly and effectively for dogs that shed excessively.

There are many great choices of vehicles for driving with dogs and each brings its own set of dog-friendly amenities and characteristics and it’s up to you to decide which are the most important to you when buying a car for you and your dog.