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Famcamp
Explorer
Aug 15, 2020

Taking the dogs with

We are packing up and going on the road. Just trying to figure out the beat way for the dogs to travel with us.
Any advice would be great.
We have two dogs 50 lbs and 75 lbs. we are debating on kennels in the bed of the truck with or without a soft top. Or harnessed in the bed with cushions and a soft top.
We have two kids in the cab already.
Thanks for any recommendations
  • colliehauler's avatar
    colliehauler
    Explorer III
    Aug 15, 2020
    Heat would be a major concern under a topper. To hot out especially without air movement. I carry my two Collies in the A/C crew cab. I about lost a Collie carrying them in a topper to heat stroke. First and last time I did that.
  • gbopp's avatar
    gbopp
    Explorer
    Aug 15, 2020
    Ed_Gee wrote:
    I would suggest crates - with solid walls, not wire, if you don't have a camper shell over the bed. If you do have a secure shell with back door, then loose with beds available would be comfortable....but not safe if you were in an accident....
    Also, beware of heat issues if confined under camper shell...

    That's a good idea for the kids. The dogs will be more comfortable in the cab. :B
  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    Aug 15, 2020
    In the Summer in the Midwest in crates during the daytime in an open truck bed? You are kidding, of course.
  • Ed_Gee's avatar
    Ed_Gee
    Explorer II
    Aug 15, 2020
    I would suggest crates - with solid walls, not wire, if you don't have a camper shell over the bed. If you do have a secure shell with back door, then loose with beds available would be comfortable....but not safe if you were in an accident....
    Also, beware of heat issues if confined under camper shell...

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