Best Dog Car Seats for 2022

When choosing a car seat for your faithful hound, you should try and find something which prioritises the protection and comfort of your pup above all else.

This deluxe booster seat from PetSafe provides your pup with a warm, cosily padded booster box to sit in, and the key safety features make it a winner.

The innovative design integrates your own vehicle’s seatbelt to securely fasten the dog seat in place and also utilises a safety-tested tetherable, which has been proven to be able to withstand forces of up to 900kg! This means you can fasten your pooch in place, and be safe in the knowledge that they will remain as secure as possible in the event of an accident.

We found the assembly to be quick and efficient, as Solvit’s plastic panels merely need clipping together to create its rigid and protective internal structure.

It’s ideal for longer journeys and includes a washable liner insert, so you can ensure your pup’s seat is always fresh!

A bucket-style seat like this keeps your pet in one place, so they don’t move with your car and injure themselves or become a distraction.

It fits in the front or back seat of a vehicle (even though they should be in the back ideally), and we loved how it is slightly elevated too which helps with when they want to look at the world go by out of the window. Perfect for nosy pooches like ours!

The quilted plush flannel cover is comforting and warming, and there is a security leash that can go on to their harness and help keep them secure.

It was one of the most budget-friendly we reviewed, and yet one of the best quality, showing you don’t have to spend a fortune on something like this to make a good buying choice.

Helping your car stay hair-free, this foldable deluxe transport box from Legendog keeps canines cosy and owners concentrated while out on the road.

Aiming to keep dogs feeling as at home as possible, the Legendog comes with a luxurious plush cushion insert, which can be removed and washed between journeys. It was really easy to keep clean too – mud was easy to wipe away, then it just hand-washed when it needed a bit more attention.

The waterproof outer layer stops any accidental mess leaking through the box! Because it’s not just car accidents you have to watch out for when your canine’s in the car!

Two strong adjustable straps attach to the back of your car seat and headrest to guarantee your pup’s well-placed and a restraint inside the box allows you to fasten them in with a collar or harness!

It’s your best bet for dinky dogs and puppies, as it only holds mutts of up to 35lbs.

Dog’s love looking out the window on a car ride, and so a booster seat is a great way to help them see the sights.

But giving your dog a great view should never mean sacrificing security!

Offering the best of both worlds, Kurgo’s Dog Booster Seat boasts a seriously secure design that provides an easily adjustable seatbelt tether, meaning you can attach your pooch to their seat via a harness.

There is no assembly required unlike with some of the others we reviewed – the Kurgo simply comes ready as a comfortable bucket-shaped seat, and features metal supports for structural integrity. It can be securely strapped to the front or back seat of your car seat and has steel nesting buckles for its straps, offering you some seriously strong support.

Most suitable for smaller breeds of up to 30 lbs, the Kurgo is your pup’s very own room with a view! We loved the colour choice too, just in case you have to match your decor or their accessories.

Keeping a dog still while driving is a near-impossible task and definitely not a recommended activity while mid-drive. However, there are certain dog seats which can help restrict an excitable pooch’s movements.

This car seat from Zellar ensures safety for you and your canine thanks to its strong and stable basket made of durable rods and a stiff rear board. These help keep your dog still, and your eyes on the road!

One of the basket’s great features is its breathable netting design, which ensures your dog doesn’t overheat on hotter journeys and it also features a waterproof polyester base material to help cater for any accidents!

There are four different ways to strap in and secure the seat, meaning you can pick the installation method you think will provide the best protection for your pet. Simply follow the instructions and attach the two, strong-hooked safety leashes to any car seat in one of the recommended fashions for super effortless installation!

KONG has been a long-established brand in the canine world and like many of their other quality products, this car seat is no different. Kong promises that this product has been designed and manufactured to the highest standards, using high-quality interior materials to withstand friction and features extra padding for more durability.

There are also handy exterior pockets that are ideal for storing toys and treats, and the seat also provides a boosts so smaller dogs can enjoy the view from the window as well.

But the most impressive feature of this car is the built-in tether that ensures you can fasten your dog to the seat securely.

With handles that go around both the rear and front car seat headrests, this is a very stable dog car seat for any wriggly mutts.

It is great for medium-sized dogs who will need a bit of extra support but is also available in larger or smaller sizes. The build of the seat is really stable too, so your dog can lie against the sides to get comfortable however they wish.

Reinforced with four vertical and four horizontal bars, they will even stay stable when you’re taking the corners! The material is waterproof and easy to clean too which helps if they get muddy and wet on their walks.

Good for the safety and security of smaller dogs, this booster seat features a clip for your dog’s harness and it fixes around the head restraint to ensure they are slightly raised off the seat.

There is a padded base for comfort and a removable fleece liner for winter journeys with a mesh panel for summer ventilation. At the back, there is an extended tall panel to protect the seat from hair and dirt.

You also get a storage pocket where you can keep treats and other essentials in one place. When it isn’t in use, just collapse it all down.

Able to carry your little pooch around when you’re out and about, and then pop them into the car without making any changes, this car seat/carrier is ideal for long tiring walks and vet visits.

There is a clip to keep them nice and secure, and because it can be used for carrying, transporting and even sleeping, there is no reason to bother them if they’re comfortable. There are so many openings too – choose the top when you’re in the car and they want to peek out, or the side if you want to give them the chance to come and go when indoors or on a picnic.

Extra pockets will allow you to keep everything in one place, and there is plenty of ventilation.