Patent #: US8622431B2

Inventor: Sanjeev Kumar Singh

Description: “For protection of a dog during travel in a motor vehicle, in one embodiment, a seatbelt harness may include a restraint portion coupled to an attachment portion that may have first and second connectors which are either fixedly or removably attached to the restraint portion. The first connector may be adapted to attach to a seatbelt or a first belt connector in their default positions and the second connector may be adapted to attach to a second belt connector or an anchor. The positions of first and second connectors may be selected for aligning them with the restraint portion such that the attachment portion to act in conjunction with the restraint portion to enable positioning of the pet on a vehicle seat at an intermediate point along a longitudinal path between the first belt connector and the second belt connector or between the first belt connector and the anchor.”

Patent #: US20100116221A1

Inventor: Heather R. Falcon-Labry

Description: “An animal restraint system includes a vest configured to surround an animal extending from around the animal's neck. The vest includes front and rear ends, opposed first and second sides, a top, bottom, neck opening at the front end, two leg openings, and first and second shoulder areas. A ring is coupled to the vest at the first shoulder area, a first lateral loop is coupled to the vest at the top, and a first lateral loop is coupled to the vest at the first side. The system includes a first crossing loop. A strap is configured to pass through the first lateral loop and first crossing loop, respectively, the strap having opposed ends with fasteners. The strap extends along the first side when passing through the first lateral loop, the strap extending from the first to the second side when the strap passes through the first crossing loop.”

Patent #: US8931437B2

Inventor: Albert Glenn Aaron, Mary L. Aaron

Description: “A pet restraint harness system for use in a vehicle may be installed in a rear or front passenger seat. The restraint system includes a harness fastened about the pet and a restraint framework fastened about the seat and, in some configurations, to manufacturer latch points provided in the vehicle. The restraint framework includes a vertical strap positioned against the seatback and one or more horizontal supports, such as lateral straps, attached to the vertical strap to resist lateral movement, vertical movement, or both. Ends of the vertical and lateral straps may attach to each other about the seat. At least two restraining straps are attached to the vertical strap, the horizontal supports, or among the combination of both. The restraining straps are configured to attach to an animal's collar, to a harness, or both.”

Patent #: US6588365B2

Inventor: M. Christine Best Wright

Description: “One preferred embodiment of the present invention includes a pet booster seat mountable on the seat of a vehicle. The booster seat includes a frame member with a height, an open top, and an interior area. At least two restraining belt openings are defined in the frame member, and at least one strap attachment point is defined on the frame member. A cushion is placed and held in the interior of the frame member, where the cushion preferably has a height substantially equal to or less than the height of the frame member. At least one harness strap is attached to a strap attachment point on the frame member. In one embodiment, a frame cover is removably mounted over the open top of the frame member.”

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Description:If some-paw-dy has the habit of moving around in the car, trying to find a way onto your lap, you can keep him in line with PetSafe’s Happy Ride Dog Vehicle Zipline. It quickly installs in your car, truck or SUV and works with your Happy Ride Safety Harness (not included) to give him a little bit of freedom of movement between seats. It keeps him in an appropriate place so you can focus on the road, not your pup who would rather be as close to you as possible.

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Description: Driving can be ruff when you have a pup who is determined to make his way to the front seat to sit on your lap. Keep him safely in the back with PetSafe Happy Ride Front Seat Mesh Dog Barrier. It installs easily in your car, SUV or truck and stays securely in its place with straps, a support rod and seat anchors. With the mesh construction, your pooch still has a view of his favorite person, and you can see out of the rearview mirror. PetSafe knows your pooch isn’t always your passenger, so it collapses for easy storage. Simply pop it back up when he’s riding with you again. This physical barrier helps keep your pooch in the backseat but may not stop your dog who is determined to come sit shotgun—training might be required!

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Description: Keep your dog safe while on-the-go with Kurgo's Direct to Seat Belt Tether. This tether will help keep your pup in his seat and prevent distracted driving. Now you can have peace of mind when Fido tags along for a road trip. Simply click the product directly into your vehicle's seat belt attachment. There is no need to undo the seatbelt every time you fasten or unfasten your pup! For great results, we recommend using this dog seat belt with our Kurgo Tru-Fit Enhanced Strength Crash Tested Dog Harness. Incompatible with Volvo. Not recommended for Ford F-Series trucks.

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Description: Secure fido on every trip, in every vehicle, with this heavy duty seat belt tether. Working in conjunction with the Kurgo Tru-Fit Smart Harness this tether offers the same seat-belt security with an easy swivel movement. Best for restraining large dogs in the vehicle who are known to never sit still!