Hard-base vs hammock seat covers: what to check before you buy
Back-seat covers for dogs usually come in two styles. A hammock cover clips to the front and back headrests and makes a sling across the back seat. A hard-base cover adds a firm panel on the seat, so the surface stays flatter.
Questions to ask about any cover
- Does it fit your back seat? Measure the seat width and check the maker's fit notes.
- Can people still sit in the back? Some covers block the whole seat.
- How do you clean it? Look for the maker's care instructions.
- What does your dog need while you drive? A seat cover is not a restraint. Use a suitable restraint for your dog.
The one we stock (manufacturer's details): the Floofs & Fluffs Hard-Base Waterproof Back Seat Cover: waterproof quilted fabric with a hard base panel, made for the back seat of most cars and SUVs, no tools needed to fit, machine washable, 3.9 kg, black or blue, A$159.90. Sent from Tarneit, Victoria, with free delivery.
More in our guide to choosing a dog car seat cover and the WA road-trip checklist.