DrRick
Member Since: 05 Jan 2011
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So, I've used the search and I've read a host of posts and almost more confused than before..
Storage options for a to-be large (based on family) chocolate lab. We occasionally travel up to 250 miles in a couple of stints (due to children). We have a 3-mth child and a 3-yr child and all the baggage that they require.
I see the options as:
1) Crate: I'm tempted by the TransK9 as I can stack stuff on top and I retain the space to the side.
2) Cargo Divider: Can't decide whether I need the [expensive] option with the door, or the [cheap] option that is just the divider
3) Dog Bag: Not sure that travelling with this would be good as going round a corner would entail doggy being buried under the carefully stacked luggage, but it could be packed away easily.
HELP ME!!! Dr Rick
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 17th Apr 2013 11:45 am |
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nighthawk
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I use a standard foldable wire crate securely tied down to the lashing points when travelling for more than 1 day. Works well for me as when I get to my destination, I can easily take it out of the car as it is light and portable, and plant it wherever I might need it, such as leaving dog in hotel room while we eat in the restaurant below etc etc.
But out of your 3 options, I would take option 1 as the best. It is the safest one for the dog, and compared to option 2 it is cleaner where dog hair, drooling etc on seats/carpets is concerned.  Dennis
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| 17th Apr 2013 11:55 am |
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NJSS
Member Since: 06 May 2009
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My Flatcoat Retriever travels in a TransK9/B24 which takes up half of the boot space.
He clearly feels secure in it, and is eager to jump in; he never tries to jump into the other half of the boot - enough said?
Don't forget that TransK9 are site sponsors (again):-
http://www.transk9.com/index.php/dog_cage/...04_-_2009/
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| 17th Apr 2013 12:33 pm |
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outofyorkshire
Member Since: 27 Apr 2009
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If you have read other posts you will always see me vote for a crate.. Lintran in my case
We have had dogs for years and always used to use guards / dividers until one of our puppies decided to eat its way though various bits of CRV trim 
Crates keep them safe, keeps your boot clean (& intact  ) and our crate is now on its 3rd car & is still as good as new, just replaced a couple of mattresses...
As NJSS says too.. dogs seem to love 'em Cheers Ian
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| 17th Apr 2013 12:41 pm |
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Paul White
Member Since: 27 Jan 2012
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I've got a TransK9 B12 for my black lab. Bought a used one off their site which was virtually brand new.
Brilliant box, silent and very spacious for the dog plus shooting/fishing kit kept in the other half (the divider is removable), plus a storage shelf on the top.
It is very robust, therefore quite heavy, but once in the car there is no box to equal it, and I've had 'em all over the years! Buy a Hatchbag as well and the whole of the back is well protected!
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| 17th Apr 2013 12:45 pm |
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DrRick
Member Since: 05 Jan 2011
Location: Edinburgh
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NJSS wrote:My Flatcoat Retriever travels in a TransK9/B24 which takes up half of the boot space.
He clearly feels secure in it, and is eager to jump in; he never tries to jump into the other half of the boot - enough said?
Don't forget that TransK9 are site sponsors (again):-
http://www.transk9.com/index.php/dog_cage/...04_-_2009/
NJSS
I can't see them as a Site Sponsor anywhere. Other than their pages are there any contacts here? Dr Rick
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| 17th Apr 2013 12:59 pm |
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GoBeyond
Member Since: 12 Jan 2009
Location: Eddleston
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There is 1 on e-bay
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/transk9-B24-box-...417284a560
I've got the dog guard and divider. Takes up too much room when trying to fit bikes, scooters bags etc in....
Wish I had gone for something like this instead ! There is no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothes.
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| 17th Apr 2013 1:14 pm |
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WorkingCocker
Member Since: 26 Oct 2011
Location: Berkshire
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NJSS wrote:My Flatcoat Retriever travels in a TransK9/B24 which takes up half of the boot space.
He clearly feels secure in it, and is eager to jump in; he never tries to jump into the other half of the boot - enough said?
Don't forget that TransK9 are site sponsors (again):-
http://www.transk9.com/index.php/dog_cage/...04_-_2009/
NJSS
Has to TransK9 box all the way, keeps dog safe, gives him his own space and more than enough of it, and keeps the rest of the car clean! You can leave him locked in it whilst you load unload etc, quiet when travelling, no rattling.
I've got a couple of them and would not be without.
If you are going to put things on top or stack your luggage up on the other side, I'd recommend a half height guard as well to stop things falling forward.
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| 17th Apr 2013 1:18 pm |
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DrRick
Member Since: 05 Jan 2011
Location: Edinburgh
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All good, I was kind of heading towards a TransK9, but wanted to pick the brains of the experts. I've sent them an email for a new price, and also the eBay one for a delivered price.
Thanks all. Dr Rick
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| 17th Apr 2013 1:20 pm |
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| 17th Apr 2013 2:57 pm |
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DrRick
Member Since: 05 Jan 2011
Location: Edinburgh
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I'm heading towards the TransK9 one because I've only got the one dog, but have 2 kids and therefore would benefit from having half the boot left over to use for packing. Dr Rick
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| 17th Apr 2013 3:03 pm |
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NJSS
Member Since: 06 May 2009
Location: Catherington, Hampshire.
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TransK9 + Cargo barrier will allow you to pack to the roof, without endangering passengers.
It's what I do.
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| 17th Apr 2013 5:30 pm |
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Crost
Member Since: 29 Jan 2013
Location: Croston, Lancashire
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I too wasn't sure, id had the dog divider on my freelander and it kept him in the boot but the dog hair was an real issue even with a liner in place.
So I plumbed for the dog bag option. Its lightweight foldable and easy to store. Its great as a kennel when you get to you location as well. Best of all is it keeps the dog hairs at bay. and with a white coat lab its a saviour!!
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| 17th Apr 2013 5:35 pm |
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Katoom
Member Since: 28 Feb 2013
Location: Devon
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Croston wrote: and with a white lab coat its a saviour!!
So you're a scientist ?
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| 17th Apr 2013 5:52 pm |
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