Dog Protection for Leather Seats
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Dog Protection for Leather Seats
I purchased a new 2010 TSX in Palladium Metallic with the Taupe interior. I chose Taupe vs. the black interior because I have 2 dogs... one with white hair.
I have been looking online for seat protectors to place on my back seats for the dogs.
Does anyone have any recommendations or personal experience they can share on what I should be looking for to protect the leather?
Thanks!
Rose
I have been looking online for seat protectors to place on my back seats for the dogs.
Does anyone have any recommendations or personal experience they can share on what I should be looking for to protect the leather?
Thanks!
Rose
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yea my dog makes a mess everytime i take her to the vet
#6
Eh, I wouldn't waste the $. I've never taken my pup in the car, and if I did I'd probably be more worried about her nails digging into the perforations...she doesn't shed much. I'd throw a towel over the seat, though. Perhaps an old blanket you can keep stowed in the trunk at all times just for the dogs.
Excellent color choice, btw! PM is fastest.
Excellent color choice, btw! PM is fastest.
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The hammock seat cover idea would work but you will not be able to use the seat at the same time as the dog. I have a lab and border collie mix. Most of the seat covers out there (non hammock) do not connect very well at the bottom of the seat, and with the leather will tend to slid up as the dog moves (thereby not covering the seat bottom). I encountered this, and to add some extra protection I got an LLBean pet blanket and put that under the car seat cover on the seat bottom. It seems to work (doesn't move), and the seat cover protects the seat back. I have also thought about modifying the dog seat cover itself to better attach.
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Thanks for all of your input. I need it to take my dogs to the vets, groomers, etc. Prior I had a Honda Prelude with black cloth seats that I did use a large towel, etc. About a year ago, I had an elderly dog who had surgery and the wound started to bleed. Since then, I have given serious thought that I could once again in the future, have a wounded dog that was bleeding or even diarhea...the thought of it turning up on my taupe leather seats...well, I would just like to be safe than sorry.
The hammock seat cover wouldn't work for me as I use harness seat belts for both of my dogs.
I did find this which does allow for the seatbelt harness. I'm not sure if I could find anything more reasonable in price that would suit my needs.
http://www.autoanything.com/seat-cov...id=11767835563
It does state "Stops pet hair, claw marks and "accidents" from wrecking your vehicle's interior". The Consumer Reviews aren't bad. I would hope 29 people wouldn't all lie.
I need to do something fairly quick, as my new pup is getting neutered soon.
The hammock seat cover wouldn't work for me as I use harness seat belts for both of my dogs.
I did find this which does allow for the seatbelt harness. I'm not sure if I could find anything more reasonable in price that would suit my needs.
http://www.autoanything.com/seat-cov...id=11767835563
It does state "Stops pet hair, claw marks and "accidents" from wrecking your vehicle's interior". The Consumer Reviews aren't bad. I would hope 29 people wouldn't all lie.
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#10
Congratulations on your new car. A dog(s) is really a part of the family and it's nice to see that they have products to help protect your nice new car.
That said, I do not own a dog and I would not allow it to ride in my new TSX even if I did own one. The seat cover would work fine, but I always see dogs rubbing their noses on the windows... and that would be too much for me.![Tomato](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/tomato.gif)
I say go for the one with 29 reviews. You usually can't go wrong with that many reviews.
That said, I do not own a dog and I would not allow it to ride in my new TSX even if I did own one. The seat cover would work fine, but I always see dogs rubbing their noses on the windows... and that would be too much for me.
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I say go for the one with 29 reviews. You usually can't go wrong with that many reviews.
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Again here is a link to well made products. I use the basic "hammock" style. Not perfect, but way less costly than the "honda" item listed above.
I am a big fan of this companies well made products!
http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/d...cessor=content
I am a big fan of this companies well made products!
http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/d...cessor=content
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MrOtocinclus...Thanks for your comments! As a non-dog owner I was surprised to read your recognition that a dog is part of a family.
As I do not have children, they truly are my kids! I don't make a habit of taking my dogs everywhere; but, I do need to take them to the vets and groomer in my only vehicle available. And, yes, you are correct, their rubbing their noses against the windows isn't one of their finest points
Up until now, I could just use some glass wipes to clean it off. That was on an older car, I need to find out if the product would damage the windows on my TSX.
RKeatF1....I certainly like the price of the Duluth better! When I looked at it yesterday, I admit that the color turned me off. Burlap would make the seat cover stand out, instead of blend in, with my light gray seats. That's the woman in me. I have a brand new car that I want to try and make things "nice inside".
On the other hand, I am aware of Duluth's quality, as I have purchased items for my husband in the past. I took a 2nd look today and read the consumer's comments and yes, they appear to be happy with it. I am not ruling it out yet. However, I have 2 questions that maybe you can answer?
One person commented that to be sure that it fits your back seat as it didn't completely cover their seats. Do you have a 2009 or 2010 TSX that I could compare seat size coverage?
The company states that it has a zipper that allows for using a seat belt. I cannot visualize how that works and cannot tell by the photos. Could you tell me where the zipper exactly is and if it would be possible for a dog's paw to open the zipper further and touch the seat leather's? I am thinking of when I first unharness them as they get a bit excited and not always as cooperative as I like. I have a new pup that I am trying to train.
Appreciate your help!
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RKeatF1....I certainly like the price of the Duluth better! When I looked at it yesterday, I admit that the color turned me off. Burlap would make the seat cover stand out, instead of blend in, with my light gray seats. That's the woman in me. I have a brand new car that I want to try and make things "nice inside".
On the other hand, I am aware of Duluth's quality, as I have purchased items for my husband in the past. I took a 2nd look today and read the consumer's comments and yes, they appear to be happy with it. I am not ruling it out yet. However, I have 2 questions that maybe you can answer?
One person commented that to be sure that it fits your back seat as it didn't completely cover their seats. Do you have a 2009 or 2010 TSX that I could compare seat size coverage?
The company states that it has a zipper that allows for using a seat belt. I cannot visualize how that works and cannot tell by the photos. Could you tell me where the zipper exactly is and if it would be possible for a dog's paw to open the zipper further and touch the seat leather's? I am thinking of when I first unharness them as they get a bit excited and not always as cooperative as I like. I have a new pup that I am trying to train.
Appreciate your help!
#13
I know people who own dogs, so I have spent a lot of time with and developed an affection for them. That said, I'm a neat freak and also slightly allergic, which is why I don't own a dog.
FYI, I have used both Windex and Stoners Invisible Glass on my interior glass without any problems.
FYI, I have used both Windex and Stoners Invisible Glass on my interior glass without any problems.
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MrOtocinclus.
RKeatF1....I certainly like the price of the Duluth better! When I looked at it yesterday, I admit that the color turned me off. Burlap would make the seat cover stand out, instead of blend in, with my light gray seats. That's the woman in me. I have a brand new car that I want to try and make things "nice inside".
Appreciate your help!
RKeatF1....I certainly like the price of the Duluth better! When I looked at it yesterday, I admit that the color turned me off. Burlap would make the seat cover stand out, instead of blend in, with my light gray seats. That's the woman in me. I have a brand new car that I want to try and make things "nice inside".
Appreciate your help!
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MrOtocinclus...Thanks for your comments! As a non-dog owner I was surprised to read your recognition that a dog is part of a family.
As I do not have children, they truly are my kids! I don't make a habit of taking my dogs everywhere; but, I do need to take them to the vets and groomer in my only vehicle available. And, yes, you are correct, their rubbing their noses against the windows isn't one of their finest points
Up until now, I could just use some glass wipes to clean it off. That was on an older car, I need to find out if the product would damage the windows on my TSX.
RKeatF1....I certainly like the price of the Duluth better! When I looked at it yesterday, I admit that the color turned me off. Burlap would make the seat cover stand out, instead of blend in, with my light gray seats. That's the woman in me. I have a brand new car that I want to try and make things "nice inside".
On the other hand, I am aware of Duluth's quality, as I have purchased items for my husband in the past. I took a 2nd look today and read the consumer's comments and yes, they appear to be happy with it. I am not ruling it out yet. However, I have 2 questions that maybe you can answer?
One person commented that to be sure that it fits your back seat as it didn't completely cover their seats. Do you have a 2009 or 2010 TSX that I could compare seat size coverage?
The company states that it has a zipper that allows for using a seat belt. I cannot visualize how that works and cannot tell by the photos. Could you tell me where the zipper exactly is and if it would be possible for a dog's paw to open the zipper further and touch the seat leather's? I am thinking of when I first unharness them as they get a bit excited and not always as cooperative as I like. I have a new pup that I am trying to train.
Appreciate your help!
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![Why Me](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/whyme.gif)
RKeatF1....I certainly like the price of the Duluth better! When I looked at it yesterday, I admit that the color turned me off. Burlap would make the seat cover stand out, instead of blend in, with my light gray seats. That's the woman in me. I have a brand new car that I want to try and make things "nice inside".
On the other hand, I am aware of Duluth's quality, as I have purchased items for my husband in the past. I took a 2nd look today and read the consumer's comments and yes, they appear to be happy with it. I am not ruling it out yet. However, I have 2 questions that maybe you can answer?
One person commented that to be sure that it fits your back seat as it didn't completely cover their seats. Do you have a 2009 or 2010 TSX that I could compare seat size coverage?
The company states that it has a zipper that allows for using a seat belt. I cannot visualize how that works and cannot tell by the photos. Could you tell me where the zipper exactly is and if it would be possible for a dog's paw to open the zipper further and touch the seat leather's? I am thinking of when I first unharness them as they get a bit excited and not always as cooperative as I like. I have a new pup that I am trying to train.
Appreciate your help!
#16
Just thought I would check back in and tell you which pet protector I chose, since so many of you were so kind to take the time to respond. And, possibly this may be helpful information for someone else in the future.
I chose this style...
http://www.autoanything.com/seat-cov...id=11767835563
After pondering so long, I felt since investing $30,000 for a vehicle, do I really want to cut corners and risk the leather on my back seat? AutoAnything chooses the exact size I need based on my TSX. Hopefully, since I have 2 dogs this will give me a bit more protection and won't move around since it is sewn for my seat size.
Since it is customized, I won't receive it for two weeks. I ordered it in the Wet Sand color as my interior is Taupe.
Since AutoAnything does regularly have specials, free shipping and no sales tax for PA, I found theirs was the best price.
If anyone is further interested, they can post back or send me an email with any questions.
I chose this style...
http://www.autoanything.com/seat-cov...id=11767835563
After pondering so long, I felt since investing $30,000 for a vehicle, do I really want to cut corners and risk the leather on my back seat? AutoAnything chooses the exact size I need based on my TSX. Hopefully, since I have 2 dogs this will give me a bit more protection and won't move around since it is sewn for my seat size.
Since it is customized, I won't receive it for two weeks. I ordered it in the Wet Sand color as my interior is Taupe.
Since AutoAnything does regularly have specials, free shipping and no sales tax for PA, I found theirs was the best price.
If anyone is further interested, they can post back or send me an email with any questions.
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