Curious to see your dog transport solutions, seat covers for S4

[Strief]

Hi all,

Recently got an S4 to replace my aging TT. Curious what those of you with dogs are doing in terms of seat covers, etc.
I have an 8 week old puppy to pick up soon. My last dog passed away in April (70 pound labrador) but this time much smaller with a 35 pound shiba inu.

Front seat, back seat, curious to see it all. Whatever is working well for you and your pal / buddy / princess / euro tuning diva dog.

Going to get the dog a vest/seatbelt setup as soon as it is old enough to wear one, and will have a small crate to use during the first months (or so).

I may get one of those "hammock" style seat covers for the back seat - if any of you are really happy with yours, would love to know brand (sometimes these things don't fit well).

thanks,
Scott

[Schadenfreude]

I don't remember the brand I used (I may still have it, I'll check) but I used a hammock with my Dobie in my B6 S4 and it worked great. After years of her riding in the back, I could not find any marks or damage from her nails and she seemed comfortable (enough to fall asleep).

[Mr.Tan]

i cover my backseat with a sheet designed to be used as a sofa cover. It works well and he doesnt slide around on it, also keeps the seats clean and is strong enough to prevent his nails from going through and scratching. My dog isn't big, I have a corgi

[kobrian85]

Kind of janke, but I use a beach towel, they are big enough to allow you to tuck it in around the perimeter of the back seat and it is thick enough to protect the leather surfaces from doggie nails.

[agent47]

I have an A6. We drive around with our golden lab in our car. I purchased a back seat cover on ebay. It has fasteners that loop around the head rest anchors. Also, its a good idea to use a harness on your dog and hook it up to the seatbelt latch.

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[gdawg'05a4]

In the S4, I have the Audi rear seat cover. Though it's discontinued, they sometimes show up on eBay or forums. PN 4F0061647


In the Q, I got one on Amazon that has worked pretty well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[BillyG]

We had two golden retrievers, after losing one we now have a golden and a French bulldog. We have 2 of these back seat covers from Orvis:

http://www.orvis.com/p/backseat-protector/2ecn

They fit the S4 and our old SQ5 very well. Also fits the wife's new BMW X1 nicely.


We also throw one or two of these into the footwell between the back seat and back of the front seat, helps to give them some extra room when we road trip. The bottom of the seat cover goes right over these nicely.

http://www.orvis.com/p/solid-foam-mi...-extender/90xr

[turbo_junkie]

I have two of these: http://www.orvis.com/p/water-resista...t-hammock/2ecx

I like the hammock as it mostly keeps the pup out of the front seat and helps to contain the hair/mess and keep the car cleaner. My fiance loved it so much she stole the first one I bought to use in her car so I had to get a second for mine. Pricey, but it does a great job at keeping the seats pristine.

[JeriQo]

elite field crate


its collapsible, lightweight and easy to move in and out the backseat plus it keeps all the furs in pretty well.

i highly recommend this.

edit: great for dogs 50 lbs and below. i gave a 35 lb pitbull pup

[4RCFED]

Not an option for me, I have two Danes. Weather tech makes some
http://www.weathertech.com/audi/2012...at-protectors/

[UltraS4John]

I just got something from amazon and make sure to get something that doesn't slide or move around as much. The bottom of my rear seat cover is rubberlike to prevent from sliding.

[Strief]

We had two golden retrievers, after losing one we now have a golden and a French bulldog. We have 2 of these back seat covers from Orvis:

http://www.orvis.com/p/backseat-protector/2ecn

They fit the S4 and our old SQ5 very well. Also fits the wife's new BMW X1 nicely.


We also throw one or two of these into the footwell between the back seat and back of the front seat, helps to give them some extra room when we road trip. The bottom of the seat cover goes right over these nicely.

http://www.orvis.com/p/solid-foam-mi...-extender/90xr

Hey Billy, TurboJunkie, and others who bought orvis -- I am assuming you bought the large, not the XL?

Jeriqo -- thanks for that - very interesting

I'll also keep an eye out for that old Audi cover but not holding out hope =)

[Strief]

By the way, while we're on low-fi solutions (beach towel, etc) -- my parents use bath mats with rubber backings -- their dogs are constantly in the river at the dog park =).

Oh and Gdawg beautiful Shiba =)

[turbo_junkie]

Hey Billy, TurboJunkie, and others who bought orvis -- I am assuming you bought the large, not the XL?

Jeriqo -- thanks for that - very interesting

I'll also keep an eye out for that old Audi cover but not holding out hope =)

Large will work, but I got the XL. It's too big for the car and bunches up, but as a bonus when I open the door I can cover the entire rocker area with it so the dog doesn't scratch the paint on his way out :D

[gdawg'05a4]

By the way, while we're on low-fi solutions (beach towel, etc) -- my parents use bath mats with rubber backings -- their dogs are constantly in the river at the dog park =).

Oh and Gdawg beautiful Shiba =)

Thanks!

[adk_audi]

Hi all,

Recently got an S4 to replace my aging TT. Curious what those of you with dogs are doing in terms of seat covers, etc.
I have an 8 week old puppy to pick up soon. My last dog passed away in April (70 pound labrador) but this time much smaller with a 35 pound shiba inu.

Front seat, back seat, curious to see it all. Whatever is working well for you and your pal / buddy / princess / euro tuning diva dog.

Going to get the dog a vest/seatbelt setup as soon as it is old enough to wear one, and will have a small crate to use during the first months (or so).

I may get one of those "hammock" style seat covers for the back seat - if any of you are really happy with yours, would love to know brand (sometimes these things don't fit well).

thanks,
Scott

NAC & ZAC, It has the side flaps so the nails don't get the sides of your seats. You need non-slip if you have leather. Also, make sure to get one with the seatbelt holes cut out. Lastly, the one I have has a zipper down the middle so you can remove one side if you have a rear passenger, which is handy. Good luck with your search.

[BillyG]

Hey Billy, TurboJunkie, and others who bought orvis -- I am assuming you bought the large, not the XL?

Jeriqo -- thanks for that - very interesting

I'll also keep an eye out for that old Audi cover but not holding out hope =)

Pretty sure I went with large. It doesn't bunch up like TurboJunkie describes with the XL.

I did have the Audi OEM seat cover for my first golden. It was made of a slick material on top, she slid all over when I turned and didn't like it at all. The Orvis cover, with its microfiber surface, prevents slipping.

[Strief]

NAC & ZAC, It has the side flaps so the nails don't get the sides of your seats. You need non-slip if you have leather. Also, make sure to get one with the seatbelt holes cut out. Lastly, the one I have has a zipper down the middle so you can remove one side if you have a rear passenger, which is handy. Good luck with your search.

Wow nice prices on those Nac & Zac. Orvis around 160 CAD landed cost. Nac and Zac 38.99! Unfortunately their Amazon store doesn't ship to Canada - investigating =).

[JandS]

I had a Canine Covers Custom Rear Seat Protector for my 2006 civic coupe from Canine Covers. It fits nearly perfectly into the rear seat of my 2015 S4. Not sure if they make one specifically for the S4 but I'm very pleased with the quality of their product. I also have one in the rear of my Acura MDX. They are quite expensive though.

[Gusman1]

I use the Soggy Dog cover in my GTI for my 70lb bulldog, but it can easily be used in the back seat of the S4.
Its a great quality, comes in different sizes, and is washable.
The have specific ones for bucket seats, back seats, and SUV/Hatch areas.
I would definitely recommend it.

http://www.soggydog.ca/

[torinalth]

My solution was a little expensive, but worked out best for getting two dobermen.

[CE B8 S4]

Duluth Trading Scout's Convertible Seat Saver. This works like a charm, highly recommend.

http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/p...cessor=content

[Acejam]

He prefers the soft touch of Magma Nappa Leather:

[sebgreen]

Wagon - he goes in the back.


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[Matthew_VA]

In the S4, I have the Audi rear seat cover. Though it's discontinued, they sometimes show up on eBay or forums. PN 4F0061647

I actually just bought one off eBay. And very pleased with it--it fits well and even extends to cover the floor/floor mats.

[gdawg'05a4]

I actually just bought one off eBay. And very pleased with it--it fits well and even extends to cover the floor/floor mats.

Nice! I also like how it has the cutout for the driveshaft hump vs the one we got on Amazon for the wife's car, which doesnt.

[beckmaster]

Perfect solution: My wife's car.


I love my dogs, but they will never sit in my car.

[Midnight_Rider]

Duluth Trading Scout's Convertible Seat Saver. This works like a charm, highly recommend.

http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/p...cessor=content

How does this work with the S4 seats? The front seats don't have a place to tie it down?

[Cogitur Ignace]

Anyone know of a (reasonable) source for the Audi Rear protective cover, black

Part.-No. 8X0061680

It's around 100 euros.

https://shops.audi.com/en_GB/web/zub...ck-8x0061680-9

[s14roller]

Any of the seat covers will work, I had gotten a generic one from Ebay that was long enough to also help cover some of the carpet.

The carpet is the issue...I end up throwing down towels, etc to try to create another barrier against the hair.

[Strief]

Eventually went with the Orvis seat cover a couple folks mentioned. Turned up today - very nice quality. Fit the 2016 S4 perfectly. I'll post pictures when I get a moment.
You do need to expand the loops for the front seat "headrests" to the max as they are not really headrests ... just curvy bumps on the top of the sport seat.

ALSO got - and I highly recommend - the DOOR PROTECTORS. Wow these are good (if expensive). They have 4 plastic tabs that fit down the windows, and protect your doors with micro fiber.
Toshi is 12 weeks old tomorrow so was all over the place in the car, standing in the back seat looking out the window, etc.
http://www.orvis.com/p/interior-car-...rotectors/2ecs

All in all ... quality stuff that is a nice fit. The seat cover you could get away with a few other options (and save $$) but the door protectors really put it down.

(For anyone curious, here is Toshi's photo album =))
https://goo.gl/photos/3E6HSnnqVey4a7tB6

"Car conditioning" with the new setup went sort of ok today. Limited "shiba screaming" -- google that if you haven't seen/heard it before ... goes along with the breed and they use it to try to manipulate you.
I'll post a picture of his complete "padded cell" in the back seat when I get a chance.

Thanks again for all of the recommendations.

[Cogitur Ignace]

I'll post a picture of his complete "padded cell" in the back seat when I get a chance.

Thanks again for all of the recommendations.

I look forward to seeing your picture. I need a solution like this ... In particular, I am curious how well the door protectors fit our cars.

[Strief]

Ok here we go ... took a couple pictures tonight (last 2 in album):

https://goo.gl/photos/fa18pWjYDJACQYA28

Also got the Kurgo "direct to seatbelt" tether (you can see in the pics) from Pet Valu tonight. Handy piece of kit - just a carabiner + tether that snaps into the seatbelt receptacle. With a squirmy dog (3 month old), threading the belt through the back of a dog vest is a pain. Will try it out tomorrow, as I am still getting him comfortable just being in the car in the first place.

The door protectors have paid for themselves already. Toshi is ALL over the doors while we're moving. Heh ... he still tries to sort of squirm between the front seats of the frame ... at least his neck. Starting to stop as that's the only thing I'll yell at him for -- he seems to get my sense of urgency. Once he is a bit bigger he won't fit and this setup should be perfect.

[KRp220]

i've found the best thing to use is just a blanket or even just the hammock style covers NOT tied to the seats but just tucked in enough to cover the bench. putting the hammock thing over the headrests takes too much time. my golden sheds too much to leave anything in there for any length of time: with the windows down, fur flies everywhere so i just take it out and fold it in my trunk each time.

the alcantara is BULLETPROOF. i can;t tell you how much slobber i've wiped off and left no trace

i like tucking the blanket into the seats because the hammock style covers move around enough where the ends (by the doors) aren't always covers. another nod to audi's leather too. despite a few times she has had her bare claws on the leather (at 85#) they barely leave a mark

[Cogitur Ignace]

Ok here we go ... took a couple pictures tonight (last 2 in album):

https://goo.gl/photos/fa18pWjYDJACQYA28

Also got the Kurgo "direct to seatbelt" tether (you can see in the pics) from Pet Valu tonight. Handy piece of kit - just a carabiner + tether that snaps into the seatbelt receptacle. With a squirmy dog (3 month old), threading the belt through the back of a dog vest is a pain. Will try it out tomorrow, as I am still getting him comfortable just being in the car in the first place.

The door protectors have paid for themselves already. Toshi is ALL over the doors while we're moving. Heh ... he still tries to sort of squirm between the front seats of the frame ... at least his neck. Starting to stop as that's the only thing I'll yell at him for -- he seems to get my sense of urgency. Once he is a bit bigger he won't fit and this setup should be perfect.

Thanks for the pictures! I wasn't sure about the door protectors but I'm now convinced.

PS Nice car. And dog.

[Moto One]

We have a water/dirt proof full seat cover (rear) with a shag carpet runner on top for foot traction, we also have a harness and strap to the center head rest that tethers Mr. Wilson yet still gives him room to put his head out the window and lay comfortably. Seat cover is a generic cover. In the Corvette he is in the front seat, harness clip into seatbelt with a (old range rover fowl weather seat cover), airbag turned off.

Mr. Wilson is an Aussi 50lbs.

Mark.

[nate.the.great]

This one worked really well for my S4 ($50). I'll include some pictures during the day.

http://amzn.to/2dqfgXj

I haven't tried the straps, but this is what I like about it.

1. The size is perfect for the S4. On the ends, there is a flap that covers the side of the seat. You can actually tuck it in between your seat and the side plastic molding.
2. There are these seat anchor things. They go into the rear seat in the crack between the upper and lower seat. You just jam it in there until it pops into place and it holds the cover in place.
3. The bottom of the dog cover is made out of a rubbery material so the cover stays in place even when my 70 lb dog jumps in.
4. The straps that loop over the headrests are wide. This is a big deal for me because I don't want it to leave marks on my front seats since I have to basically loop it over since we don't have detachable head rests.
5. It's only $50 and it's high quality. I used to have a super cheap one which lacked the above features, and I didn't want to spend $100 on a dog cover.

[icehockeyfan99]

I'm so glad you posted this! I have a really tall great dane and am ready to turn in my Q5 for a smaller car, but worried that Eddie Munster might not have enough room :)

[raudiace4]

https://www.amazon.com/Hammock-Water...eat+cover+cars

I use this one, it works great most of the time if your dog isn't super hyper or isn't bigger than 80lbs. Might not work for big breeds, but this protects the door sides too.

[Estoril4]

https://www.amazon.com/Hammock-Water...eat+cover+cars

I use this one, it works great most of the time if your dog isn't super hyper or isn't bigger than 80lbs. Might not work for big breeds, but this protects the door sides too.

Adding for a hyper breed (aussie) - they sell a seatbelt buckle that attaches to the dogs collar/harness that is very good at encouraging them to stay put