Hi. This might be a stupid question but I will soon be the owner of a new pup. I have a Chevy Colorado short bed pickup. Now, I know from experience that if I had a cap on it, a dog (not a pup) would be fine back there. However, I'm I don't really want to get a cap for it. I also surmise that huskies are not good in pickup beds as they can easily jump out. So, have any of you ever used or see used something in the bed that the husky could be attached to while still providing limited movement? I guess using a crate that's strapped in is one option but I thought about a strap going between the front tie downs and then something going to the dog. The vehicle is a lease and if I ever used this method it would only be occasional. TIA!

Don't use a tie down. It's a good way to hang a dog if they decide to jump out the back. I've seen where some will have the sliding back glass and run the leash up through it but you would have to keep the leash short enough that he couldn't get to the side of the bed which is hard with how small the bed is. Best to use a crate. Far safer, much easier on them. The more closed in ones similar to what airlines use cut some of the wind that can bother some dog's ears. If you had a car accident the dog will be far safer. People can actually steal your dog at a stop light pretty easily if you just have them tied in the bed.

TwisterII wrote:

Don't use a tie down. It's a good way to hang a dog if they decide to jump out the back. I've seen where some will have the sliding back glass and run the leash up through it but you would have to keep the leash short enough that he couldn't get to the side of the bed which is hard with how small the bed is. Best to use a crate. Far safer, much easier on them. The more closed in ones similar to what airlines use cut some of the wind that can bother some dog's ears. If you had a car accident the dog will be far safer. People can actually steal your dog at a stop light pretty easily if you just have them tied in the bed.

Thanks. I was almost thinking of a tie down that had something in the middle to keep a short leash from moving sideways but, you're right. An animal carrier might be my best bet. Thanks!