Hi Everyone,

I think I saw a post about this at some point, but I can't find it again. I'm getting a bike again soon, for exercise, just fun trips out, and shopping. I have a 10 lb dog who loves going out with me, and I love taking her out with me. Sometimes it's even *important* too, like the vet or petstore (I don't own a car). I've searched for dog bike carriers, but ALL are soft carriers and uncovered carriers...clearly dangerous if there is any kind of even minor accident or a big swerve, curve, bump etc. I do feel because of my dogs small size and good temperament, and that I ride a quite upright stable bike that having her on the back in an appropriate carrier would not be a problem.

What I have found is this http://www.road-hound.com/ , carriers designed for motorcycles, bikes, scooters, etc, that are designed to actually protect a dog in case of impact. These are very expensive (about $300), and will soon no longer be made.

Has anyone found other solutions or ideas? or know a place that has these in stock or possibly at a lower price? I was thinking in some ways a trailer might be a greater risk in busy streets, and none have impact protecting carriers.

Thanks,
Softie

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PS
I've seen some strong reactions on other forums to this topic, so I want to put this waiver up just in case. I know for some people this is a sensitive issue, who think a dog should only be walked, moved in a car, or left at home. Please keep in mind I'm trying to find the safest was to transport my dog on a bike, and many people driving cars etc, do not put in the same effort (just think of what 50 mph accidents do to un-seatbelted or just kenneled dogs). Please keep that in mind if you do not happen to support the idea of biking with a dog, but also feel free to mention if you think there are other specific concerns to think about.