Laws and rules of the Road

full control of the Vehicle (no distractions).

SA traffic regs say you may not let any person, animal, or object sit in a position that stops you from having complete control or from signalling. It is always advised to keep dogs and pets in the back, separated, and secured so to prevent distractions when driving

Back seat only

We care about clean cars but we care more about safe rides.
Keep pets out of the front seat to avoid airbag injury risk and from and driver distraction.

Our mesh barrier helps maintain a safe front-to-back boundary.

Clip to a harness NEVER to a collar or chain.

Attach any tether to a proper harness, not a neck collar or choke chain.
A sudden stop can load the neck and cause injury; harness-style seat-belts spread the forces safely across the chest.

Hot cars are a cruelty offence.

Leaving an animal to suffer (e.g., in a hot car) can be prosecuted under the Animals Protection Act 71 of 1962.
Municipalities can fine owners for leaving animals in distress (example: a Western Cape city by-law used to fine owners for dogs left in hot cars).

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ONLY use a proper harness, never a collar, choke chain, or neck-only device. In a sudden stop, collar pressure can injure a dog’s neck.

Our hammocks have Velcro pass throughs for seatbelts/tethers, and we offer a seatbelt tether that clips to your car’s seatbelt buckle/clip.

  • The Original: Everyday protection + ¾-length zip so you can drop a section for a passenger/seat-down—without dismantling the setup.
  • The Easy Clean: Removable base for ultra-fast rinses, zip-up sides (bucket mode), and a zippable mesh for quick front access.
  • The Aluminium Pro (flagship): 3 aluminium plate inserts in Velcro-flap pockets for a more composed, heat-savvy feel (resists summer warping unlike perspex; won’t snap like wood), plus zip-up sides and a zippable mesh. (Aluminium can flex—that’s normal.)

Install the hammock → thread the seatbelt up through the Velcro slot → clip our tether to the harness → adjust length so your dog can sit/lie but not wander. Zip the side flaps (bucket mode) when you want extra containment.

Yes, we do!
The Boss Beds Pet Seatbelt (Harness Tether).
It clips to your seatbelt buckle/clip and to your dog’s harness (not collar). Stainless-steel hardware; colours: Black, Blue, Pink, Lumo Green (reflective).

We don’t recommend it.
Airbags + distraction risky combo. Keep dogs in the rear bench; our hammocks create a calm, defined space with a see through mesh so you can always see them and they can always see you

Pack like a pro 🎒

  • Water & shade first. One bottle per 1–2 hours of driving.
  • Treats + chew. A busy mouth = a calm mind.
  • Throw towel / small blanket. Great under bellies after swims and for quick cleanup.
  • Spare lead + tag. Leads vanish. Tags don’t lie.
  • Emergency mini-kit: Vet number, basic first aid, extra poop bags, wet wipes.

And have fun!

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Boss Beds shares this info to help you travel safely with your pets, but we’re not lawmakers and we don’t speak on behalf of any authority. This page is general guidance, not legal advice, and it’s not a complete list of every rule or by-law. Laws change, and they can differ by city, province, or country—so please check the latest local regulations (and your vet’s advice) for your specific trip.By using this info, you agree that you are the one responsible for how you transport your pet and for complying with applicable laws and rules of the road. Boss Beds can’t accept liability for fines, incidents, or outcomes that arise from how this guidance is used. Above all: use common sense—keep your focus on the road, keep your pet secured and comfortable, and make choices that put safety first.