What vehicle (van or SUV) can fit a dog crate in it plus 4 passengers?

kcoley2126

I am going to be renting a car to drive to the beach for a weekend with my family. It's a surprise trip for my mom and we will be bringing her dog along. We need to bring his crate so we can leave him at the beach house while we go out to dinner. He will not necessarily be traveling in the crate on the trip down to the beach. So I just need a car that is big enough to hold the crate in addition to having seating for 4 adult passengers.

I was thinking a mini-van and hoping that stowing the 3rd row of seating would give me enough room for the crate. Does this seem reasonable. I am waiting on the exact dimensions of the crate, but right now I am estimating that it is 54x35x45.

I would appreciate information on specific cars that you have been able to fit crates into and if you think I will need to go up to an SUV (vs. a minivan) to have enough room.

Thanks!

Answer
A SUV will be more comfortable for all of you - In addition to the dog crate, you'll also have luggage.

Hertz rents Ford Expeditions - That would be nice and roomy for all of you and all of your stuff.

The crate is actually the BEST place for the dog when traveling. In case of an accident, he will be less likely to be seriously injured (Same concept as a seat-belt - Make sure you strap down the crate) and can't escape onto the highway in case of broken windows.

Dog crates and car travel?

Michele

We are looking at getting a new car soon - it will be a 4WD or SUV type vehicle with an enclosed tray, large enough to sleep in as we love camping.

We are fairly new dog owners (of 5 months or so), so haven't ever been camping with dogs before. I was looking at getting two crates to go in the back of the car so the dogs would be safe, but I know virtually nothing about crating dogs. In Australia (where I'm from) crating is almost unheard of. However, from what I see on YA, it seems pretty big in the States though. So can you give me some advice?

What do I need to know about crating dogs?
How do I train them to enjoy the crate?
How do you transport your dogs when you travel with them?
Has crating worked for you?

I know nothing!! Please inform me!

Oh and by the way this is what I was looking at:
http://www.petsplus.com.au/pet-shop.asp?id=659
Any good?

Answer
If you plan on transporting your dog in the crate, you need to use a non-folding molded plastic airline-style crate (http://www.dog.com/prodimages/P2627.jpg) or a rigid aluminum crate (http://www.gundogsonline.com/Img/EStore/Products/11606.jpg) for safety reasons.

Collapsible crates and wire crates are not safe for car travel. Collapsible crates, if impacted in car accidents, can fold down on your dog. Wire crates, if impacted, can come apart at the welds, the wire can bend inwards or break, and your dog can be injured or escape.

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