planetpink Posted June 7, 2014 Share Posted June 7, 2014 We need to buy a new vehicle for transporting our 5 small-medium dogs in crates (plus luggage). I've seen some wonderful set ups at dog shows but did not investigate them at the time because we weren't in the market for a new vehicle. I don't want to use a trailer as I like being able to see the dogs and make sure they have air conditioning etc. I'm also not confident at manoeuvring with a trailer! What do you use? Have you seen any particularly good set ups? Many thanks, Planetpink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espinay2 Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I have a VW Maxi Caddy. If you put in a false floor you can store gear below and dogs in crates above. Even without the false floor there is ample room, but with it you will have a lot more. It is an economical vehicle (I have an automatic turbo diesel). Very manoeuvrable and just as good for commuting. You have the option of more seats if you ned more than two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverStar-Aura Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I've seen a lot of set ups of older Taragos or other newer vans that have had their rear seats removed. They have heaps of cargo space and crates can be stacked 2 high and strapped together for safety. Otherwise, 4WD might suit? A Jeep ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I have a trailer for the gear & to use on hot days when packing as it is cooler than the car .The dogs rarely travel in it but i wouldn't do with out it We have a 4wd & a carnival . The Carnival is great with the seats out & if we put a false floor in would get more use but we don't need it . The air con vents are right down the back to which was important to us. We are looking at a new vehicle & again vents right at the back or a must have . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandgrubber Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) Depends on how many people are coming and how much luggage; and the exact dimensions of the crates. I've often been surprised at how much I could pile into the back of a normal hatchback with rear seats removed. When I was in Oz I had someone custom weld some dividers for a Ford Festiva and was able to carry several dogs, plus a lot of stuff with no problems. Edited June 8, 2014 by sandgrubber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planetpink Posted July 13, 2014 Author Share Posted July 13, 2014 I have a VW Maxi Caddy. If you put in a false floor you can store gear below and dogs in crates above. Even without the false floor there is ample room, but with it you will have a lot more. It is an economical vehicle (I have an automatic turbo diesel). Very manoeuvrable and just as good for commuting. You have the option of more seats if you ned more than two. Hello, I looked into the VW Caddy and found a cheaper option - the Renault Kangoo Maxi Crew. Am just waiting for it to be built and shipped to Oz. Can you recommend a service that will help me convert the four cubic metres of cargo space int a comfortable, but safe travelling area for them? For example, where do you get a false floor? Many thanks, Planetpink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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