streetfire

Couldn't find any threads on it. Thinking about getting a CLS55. I have a 25lb terrier-mutt. I have a CTS-V and put his crate in the car when I transport him but I don't think the crate will fit in the CLS.

Curious how you guys transport your dog. Don't tell me to get a second car for the dog. I already have a second car, a 65 Cobra (replica), not exactly a good dog car either.

juicee63

My dog hops in the passenger seat.
He is a 36lb terrier and always rides shotgun

spinsonic

both of mine sits on the passenger seat. their only 8lbs each

streetfire

Don't they scratch up the leather or does it hold up ok? How about the doors?

j_belll

i would worry about that

juicee63

keep the nails trim and sometimes on long rides I will cover the seat with a sheet or small blanket or towel. Car never gets damaged from the dog. He can go in the back or front and I think in your case the crate will fit in the front or back seat.

JH04E55

100lb + Bernese rides shotgun!

StealthAuto

You could either:
a) get a smaller carrier that hopefully fits if your current one doesn't
b) get a large blanket for the backseat which the dog can sit/lay on.

Just some ideas..

lakai

I have a 50lbs+ dog and he usually rides shotgun for one reason. Its alot easier to clean up all that doghair. Although there is one other thing that is un-avoidable, the wet nose of my dog against the windows!! one time he drew a smiley face on the window with his nose which i though was pretty funny

BlackC230Coupe

My 75lb. Golden Retriever sits in the back seat. Although I am crazy. I cover the ENTIRE back seat with towels even the floor so she does not scratch the seats of get hair anywhere!

mlbmd

My 16 pound Dachshund rides on a blanket in the passenger seat or back seat. Or to see the view lies across my shoulders. Yes, nose marks on the windows.
But he commutes with me daily.

cyclrder

my 75lb Black Russian Terrier sits all the way in the back... if I didn't have her.. I'd be in a CLS !

IngenereAMG

My 2 Newfoundlands ride in all my cars. I think I have the only Newfy that has seen the far side of 200mph. Lately they have been enjoying the M3.

chutia

shotgun in the passenger seat up front; 18# Bishon; doubled-up towel on the seat cushion. Keep your hands on him/her when making sharp turns and accelarating.

kip

Short trips (in a hurry) the dog goes into the leg compartment of the passenger side! Sleeps there instantly...

At longer trips the dog goes in the back seat with a harness attached to the seat belt. The seats are protected with special waterproof dog cover. No damdge in any car, but you do get nose smudges on the windows (trademark) .

mtnbenzer

MB makes a rear set cover for such purposes. Had one in an 01 E-class and it fit so well you could seat passengers there after sponging off. But my Golden sheds so much I hesitated to take him in that car.

Also I would highly recommend a dog car restraint. A dog can hit the driver or passenger or go through the windshield or out the window in an accident. Can't remember the name of the Boulder dog restraint company but the founders had their dog go through the front windshield in an accident and killed. You don't want a 50-100 lb missile loose in your car for you and the dog's sake. Get a restraint! You'll be more comfortable as well knowing if you have to go to hard braking that the dog will be ok. I was in EMS for 30 yrs. and know of where I speak. I imagine most of you use seat belts - your dog should as well.

chutia

mthbenzer-
affirmative that, bro! If you love your dog, protect him and yourself/family in the car.