The Buckle-Up-Pup harness system is a dog seat belt designed with your dog's natural behavior and safety in mind.

Why do I need to buckle up my pup?

How does the Buckle-Up-Pup harness system work?

What advantages does Buckle-Up-Pup have?

Is the harness confusing to put on?

What type of vehicle can you use the harness system in?

Why did you design the Buckle-Up-Pup harness?

Why do I need to buckle up my pup?
You need to buckle up your pup for the same reason you buckle up your children and yourself when you drive. A restrained pet helps create a safer driving environment, for you and your dog.

If you were to get into an accident, an unrestrained pet can be injured or killed, by being thrown into the windshield or ejected from the car.

An unrestrained pet can be a distraction to you while driving and become a major hazard. No matter how much you love your pet they do have their own ideas about when it is appropriate to jump in your lap or nuzzle for attention.

An unrestrained pet might jump out of the vehicle unexpectedly. In the blink of an eye, your dog can be out the window or out of the truck bed, chasing after something more interesting. Dogs don't know they can get hurt jumping out of a moving vehicle, and if the jump doesn't hurt them, they can still be hit by other cars.

With the Buckle-Up-Pup harness system your dog is safely secured in your car or truck. Your dog can still move around, but not far enough to be dangerous to himself or the driver.
 
How does the Buckle-Up-Pup harness system work?
The Buckle-Up-Pup harness system utilizes a chest and rear harness to secure your dog's entire body. The dog's front and rear-end are connected by a "V" tie-down to a central anchor point below the dog's belly. The distance the dog can move, or be thrown, is limited to the length of the tie-down. The tie-down can be attached to a seat belt or floor-mounted anchor point. Because the anchor point is located below the dog, the dog cannot get tangled in the straps or the seat belt.

The innovative design of the Buckle-Up-Pup harness system allows your dog to sit, stand, lie down or walk around in small circles to check out the view. The distance of their movement is restricted, and in the event of an accident neither end of the dog can be thrown far from the central anchor point.
 
What advantages does Buckle-Up-Pup have?
1) The Buckle-Up-Pup harness system secures both the front and rear-end of your dog. The distance either end can travel (in forward and backwards directions) is restricted. Chest harnesses only "half" restrain a dog, similar to early lap belts for humans. Shoulder belts were added for humans, Buckle-Up-Pup adds the rear harness for dogs. In the event your vehicle were to roll over, the Buckle-Up-Pup harness is designed to create a hammock-like condition.

2) The Buckle-Up-Pup harness is comfortable for any dog to wear. You will quickly see that your dog does not even notice the harness once it is on. It's unisex, and comfortable for both altered and unaltered animals.

Plus, your dog is able to do their 'potty' business while wearing the harness. Your dog will not need to be undressed for short walks or potty breaks during a long drive. Although you can comfortably leave their harness on, it is not recommended as active wear and should be removed when playing or walking for long periods of time.

3) It's versatile. The Buckle-Up-Pup harness is as functional and appropriate in a truck, as it is in a car, or the back of an SUV. You can easily change your pet's location as needed.
 
Is the harness confusing to put on?
The Buckle-Up-Pup harness is a new concept, but it isn't hard. Read the instructions, have patience with your pup's initial curiosity and you will find the system simple. You will soon discover that the harness is easy for you to dress your dog in and easy for your dog to wear.
  
What type of vehicle can you use the harness system in?
You can use Buckle-Up-Pup harness sytem in any vehicle. Initially, I created the system to work for our dogs when we went off-roading in our Jeep®; but the system is versatile. It can connect to any seat belt or you can install an anchor point in the floor of your truck or van.
 
Why did you design the Buckle-Up-Pup harness?
My husband and I spend a lot of time riding trails in our Jeep®. Most people keep the tops off of their vehicles and many have their dogs along with them. I was uncomfortable with how people restrained their dogs and searched the market for a system that worked. There wasn't anything available that met our requirements, so I designed it myself.