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K9truckNET®
Many of us have witnessed the sight of a joyful dog riding in the back of a truck, with its fur blowing in the wind and a seemingly carefree expression. However, this seemingly innocent scene can have dire consequences. Dogs that jump or fall from the truck bed often suffer severe injuries or even death. Those fortunate enough to survive may face broken bones, joint damage, and, in some cases, the need for amputation.
America Humane Association
AHA - “100,000 dogs die each year riding in the back of pickup trucks by flying out after an accident, falling out accidentally, jumping out, or sliding out the back of an open tailgate.”
"Dogs have gotten lost or killed when they exited the pickup, and the owners didn't realize they were missing until they got home."
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 360
DVM360 - "The greatest boom to veterinary orthopedics hasn't been antibiotics, anesthesia, or even surgical equipment, it's the pickup truck"
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
SPCA - Common injuries that can occur when dogs jump or fall from the back of pickup trucks and survive:
- Head trauma
- Shattered jaws
- Broken limbs
- Injuries to the large nerve bundle in the armpit, which can cause permanent loss of function to the affected limb
- Road rash
- Gruesome “de-gloving” injuries
American Veterinary Medical Association
AVMA - 71% of the veterinarians reported treating dogs for injuries sustained by falling or jumping from a cargo area of pickup trucks. This parentage does not take into account countless dogs that were killed and not treated.
Today's Solutions
Riding in the Cab
- Distracted driving. News Story Link
- Injury from closing the window on them.
- Jumping or falling out an open window.
- Damage to the interior of the vehicle.
- Dirty dog....
Dog Crates (Boxes)
- You have to DIY a way to secure them to truck bed
- Some are mounted to the bed limiting what you can haul
- In 10 minutes the inside temp can rise 20 degrees
- Dogs may not be able to stand, walk around, or sit in the dark.
- PETA - "Crating deprives dogs of the opportunity to walk around, stretch out, and relax."
Truck Cap (Toppers)
- Costly: Prices range from $1,500 to $4,000
- Not a single person installation or removal
- Limits the cargo height
- In 10 minutes the inside temp can rise 20 degrees
- Enclosures are prone to accumulate toxic carbon monoxide
Tether Systems
- The Center for Pet Safety - "They have proven to increase the risk to your pet"
- The leashes have to be just the right length otherwise they can strangle them
- Carrying multiple dogs causes the leashes to become tangled together adding risk of injury
- Dogs still need to be visually monitored
Introducing the K9truckNET®
The K9truckNET is crafted from durable, high-strength, waterproof material that resists fading and is securely stitched with a Box-X pattern. It features adjustable straps, making it compatible with most truck racks, whether for short or long beds. This innovative design helps prevent dogs from jumping or falling out of the truck bed, providing a safer travel space for multiple dogs to stand and move around comfortably.
With its open design, the K9truckNET ensures proper ventilation, visibility, and temperature control, while easily attaching to the truck's rack system for quick installation and removal. It conveniently folds for storage, allowing the truck bed to remain versatile for other uses. Additionally, it enables dogs to air dry after a swim, offers great mental stimulation, and provides peace of mind for drivers.
In-Kind Services
A portion of our proceeds will be donated to animal welfare
