Dog guard

04th April 2008

We all know the importance of using a seatbelt while travelling in a car, but it’s easy to forget your pet’s safety. Thanks to the latest addition to Halfords’ new Advanced range, you can make sure you’re both secure on the move. The Mesh Headrest Dog Guard will keep your pet restrained in the rear.

The guard is simply attached to the headrests, and can be fitted to the back seats or, unusually, the fronts. The latter means your dog can travel in comfort on the back bench while not being able to distract the driver.

In the event of an accident, the mesh acts as a safety net, restraining your pet in the rear or the boot. It can also be used to protect passengers from loose luggage. The whole mechanism can be constructed and fitted initially in around 10 minutes. Once it’s set up, it can be removed and installed in a few minutes.

The mesh comes in three pieces and can be adjusted to fit most cars. Plastic attachments fix the guard in place, so you don’t have to drill any trim, and it should not leave any permanent marks.