Pet Auto Barriers: Screens & Bars

Big, rambunctious dogs in the backseat or trunk area of a vehicle without pet auto barriers, can pose a danger to the rest of the occupants. If your dog refuses to wear a seat belt harness or crate, then try an auto barrier.

Basically, the barrier is either a mesh, plastic, or metal screen that keeps the dog in one area of the car.

It can look something like the bars that divide a police officer’s cruiser.

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Highland Black Universal Pet Barrier

This is a good barrier for big dogs and fits well inside SUVs. The best place to set up this barrier is right behind the back seats in the trunk area.

You don’t even need a screwdriver or any tools, since it’s held in place with tension rods. You can pull the rods up to 45 inches high and 65 inches wide for big cargo spaces.

This barrier wouldn’t work for a skinny dog or small dog that can squeeze through spaces.

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PetSafe Happy Ride Metal Dog Barrier

If your dog is smaller and won’t launch or chew himself through a mesh barrier, then this might suit your vehicle perfectly.

It hooks around the two front seats and provides a nylon barrier for the space between the two seats.

It’s universal enough to fit smaller cars or bigger SUVs, and it’s easy to install and remove. It also comes in two stylish colors to match your car’s interior: black and tan.

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PetSafe Cargo Net Pet Barrier

If you have a hatchback or big trunk area, you can use one of these mesh barriers. It covers the space above the back seats of the car to keep the dog in the trunk.

Mesh is easy to see through to check on your dog, but a dog that likes to scratch and jump might ruin this barrier quickly. It has adjustable side panels and a storage pouch for easy cleanup.

The patented design uses a see-through micro-mesh material which is guaranteed claw-proof. A pop-up wire frame keeps the net from sagging and makes it a snap to install/uninstall.