Getting out the door with a giant-breed dog is an adventure all by itself. Here are some of the things that can make walks, car rides and traveling with a very large passenger a whole lot easier.
PetSafe Gentle Leader Headcollar
For When Your Dog Has Somewhere Else to Be
WHY WE LIKE IT
When your dog outweighs some adults, a casual stroll can turn into an unexpected upper-body workout. We like the Gentle Leader because it gives us a little more control when Waylon decides he's got somewhere to go—and apparently we're coming with him. Learning how to use this was a GAME CHANGER for me! Teaching Waylon to walk nicely was so much easier than with any other dog I have had.
Giant Paws Tip: Take the time to get the fit right and let your dog get used to wearing it. Check PetSafe's current sizing guide before ordering, especially for extra-large heads.
Joyride Premium Advanced Dog Harness 2.0
For When 140 Pounds Has Somewhere to Be
WHY WE LIKE IT
This is the harness we actually use with Waylon. It's easy to put on, adjustable for that giant-breed chest, and the handle on top gives us a little extra control when Mr. Independent has other plans. We also like the reflective detailing for walks when the light isn't great.
Giant Paws Tip: Measure around the widest part of your dog's chest before ordering. Giant-breed sizing is its own special adventure, and the number on the scale doesn't tell the whole story.
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Walk & Travel
4Knines SUV Cargo Liner for Dogs, Fold Down Seats, Black XL
Because Giant Dogs Take Up Giant Space
WHY WE LIKE IT
A ride with a giant-breed dog comes with a few extras: hair, slobber, muddy paws and approximately one entire dog's worth of dog in the back of your vehicle. We like the 4Knines liner because it helps protect the cargo area and makes cleaning up after Waylon a whole lot easier.
Giant Paws Tip: Measure your cargo area before ordering. The right size depends on your vehicle—not the size of the furry passenger taking over the back.
74" Extra-Long & Extra-Wide Dog Ramp
When you're dealing with a giant-breed dog, I really like the extra length and width of this ramp. At 74" long and 20" wide, it gives a big dog more room to maneuver and creates a more gradual climb than a shorter ramp.
It has a non-slip walking surface, folds for storage and, according to the manufacturer, supports dogs up to 250 pounds—which makes it an option worth looking at for our seriously big passengers.
A ramp can also be handy when jumping in and out of a tall SUV or truck simply isn't practical for your dog.
Why I like it: 74" long • Extra-wide 20" surface • Non-slip traction • Folds for storage • Supports up to 250 lbs.
Check your dog's weight, your vehicle height and the manufacturer's measurements and weight limits before purchasing.
Extra-Long SUV Cargo Liner
Big dog. Big paws. Big slobber.
What I like about this cargo liner is the extra coverage. It doesn't just protect the floor of your cargo area—the raised side walls help protect the sides of your SUV from muddy paws, wet fur, scratches and, yes, the inevitable giant-breed slobber.
It's made from heavy-duty waterproof material, has a non-slip backing, and the extra-large version is designed for full-size SUVs and minivans. The side panels give you more protection where a basic flat cargo mat simply doesn't.
Why I like it: Extra-long coverage • Protective side walls • Waterproof material • Non-slip backing • Helps contain fur, dirt, mud and slobber
Be sure to check the measurements against your vehicle before ordering.