How do you train a dog to not jump out of the back of a truck ?

Question

I have a small pickup and a huge dog he wont fit in the cab so he has to ride in the back but I don't want him to jump out.

Answer 1

You don't. The ONLY way is in a secured crate! (and don't tie him in either, that's just as dangerous - I've seen dogs dragged!)

I work in the animal emergency clinic and I see this OFTEN. It is very dangerous and very stupid. You cannot and will not 'train' him to not fall out if you swerve, or if you're in an accident, BAM he's dead! And dogs are still animals, they jump out for who knows what reason. So many lessons learned the hard way. Don't do it.

Answer 2

You secure him w/a collar or harness  attached to the back and sides of the truck up near the cab.  You put a rug in there so he can lie down if he wants or stand up and sight see.

Answer 3

build you some racks on the side and chain him in.

Answer 4

i'm sorry but people that let their dogs ride in the back of a pick up unattended really irritate me.  if you have to take the dog somewhere like to the vet get someone to ride with you and one of you sit in the back of the truck with the dog on a leash.  try to keep the dog sitting or laying down while the truck is moving and pet the dog so he is calm and not trying to move around a lot.

Answer 5

It's very dangerous for dogs to ride in the back of a pick-up,as if you have to stop very fast,the dog will be thrown out and into the road.I have seen this happen,and it isn't a pretty site. If you want the dog to ride in the truck,build him a cage that is bolted to the bed of the truck,and only take him out when it's not too hot or too cold. Even the best-trained dog in the world has no control over gravity!

Answer 6

Just because YOU'VE ridden in the back of a truck, doesn't mean he's going to have the same experiences. It's hot (or cold), he's exposed to rain, snow, hail etc...and can easily fall out or jump out not to mention fly out if you have to slam on the brakes and could easily get killed if you are involved in an accident.

Answer 7

I have actually witnessed dogs being dragged by their necks off the back of utes on 2 separate occasions.  The first time a Cattle Dog jumped off the back of the ute and was hanging by his neck.  Luckily we warned the owner who rescued him in time.  The 2nd time it was an Irish Wolfhound which was desperately running along behind the ute trying to keep up while the ute was picking up speed.  Again, luckily the ute was still going slow enough but I'll never forget the look of desperation on that poor dog's face and I still want to cry when I think of how things may have turned out if we hadn't been able to get the owner's attention - we were going in the opposite direction.

If you have to have a dog on the back of a ute it should be safely secured so that it can't go off over the side of the ute when it turns, etc.  I hate seeing dogs on the back of utes cos where I live it gets very hot and I can't help but think how hot the metal of the tray must be on the poor dog's feet.

Many piggers have big crates on the back of their utes to keep the dog's contained.  The crate also does provide some shade for the dog.  It is probably the best option for a less than good situation.

Answer 8

A crate is the best way...I had one for my 150lb Rottie and it fit him well.  Before I got married, I took the front seat out of my S-10 so he could ride up front with me.  After I got married, that and many other things changed.

I ended up putting a shell on the bed but there were times when I was in a pinch.  In that case I put a leash on either side of the bed (attached to the front fittings) and made sure neither end would reach over the opposite side of the bed.  With both leashes attached, Copper was safe as long as I was but he would have had it worse if anything happened.

Find a feed and seed store...they'll probably have what you need.

Answer 9

I don't think allow a dog to ride in the back of a truck is legal anymore. I believe you are suppose to have them restrained so they can't fall out if you have to suddenly put the brakes on

Answer 10

I don't know do you love your dog? Does his life mean anything to you? If you're required to wear a seatbelt for your own safety why would you allow you pet to bounce around in the back of a truck tied to nothing? I am apauled that he's EVER been on a ride ANYWHERE like that, it takes nothing for that dog to become airborne and cause a wreck and either die or cause a wreck for someone else by leaping or being thrown out of the vehicle. I'm sorry I'm not trying to be mean but this is common sense. If you can't figure out how to transfer him safely and use common sense just leave him at home, don't risk his life, if you're gonna do it do it right and protect him in a crate or nothing

Answer 11

Riding in the back of the pickup is extremely unsafe, especially if you're worried about your dog jumping out or if you get in a wreck.  If you must do anything, I would suggest securing a crate in the back of the truck and carrying your dog in that.

Answer 12

Get him a crate.  In most states and provinces it is ither illegal or highly unacceptable to have a dog either unleashed or tied in the back of a truck.  It is very unsafe.  A crate is acceptable so long as it is properly and safely tied in.

Answer 13

You don't. A loose animal in the back of a truck is very irresponsible; you are putting your dog's safety in jeopardy. If you insist on having your dog in the back of your truck, get a hard sided kennel (they make them in all sizes, if he that large you may have to special order one) and secure it in the bed of the truck somehow in case of an accident or sharp turn.