There are hundreds of recognized dog breeds around the world. In Canada alone, there are hundreds of different vehicle models. There’s also a vast assortment of lifestyle, locale and budget questions to consider when you combine those two worlds.
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Author’s PickMy first dog-friendly ride? A Volkswagen Alltrack. Why? At my budget, it combined plenty of things that I like, with plenty of things that Ghost likes. For me, there’s a turbo engine, manual transmission, All-Wheel-Drive , and room for plenty of stuff. For Ghost, there’s a low, wide and easy-to-board cargo area in the back, complete with fold-flat seats that give him plenty of comfortable space to lounge.
If the jump-in height is too high, your dog may not be able to hop in and out comfortably, or may have difficulty as they get older. Check the shape of the cargo opening, too, noting that a lip or ledge at the end of the cargo area may complicate entry and exit for certain dogs.