Might Get A Dog In The Truck

Callum

Might Get A Dog In The Truck.

I’m seriously considering getting a dog. I love dogs and would love to have one ride with me. What should I take into consideration when looking for one? A shedding dog would be a problem, so I’d want a short hair breed. Thinking of getting a rescue dog that is already house trained, but not too old. Maybe 40,50 pounds give or take. Any suggestions on what to look for and where to look for one?

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Ayden

03.11.2024

Check out them trucker groups on social media, folks are always sharin’ tips on where to find the best road companions.

Duke

06.14.2023

Get yourself a rescue, partner. They got plenty of love to give and are usually grateful for a second chance.

Tamsin

01.05.2023

Look for a pup with a chill vibe, don’t need no yapper when you’re trying to focus on the big road

Moon

12.02.2022

One of the butane drivers I’ve seen around has a small Doberman. She’s super sweet and has a ton of energy and seems to be great in the truck. We unload our trucks in a secure facility so he lets her run while inside the fence. The little dogs are great but they sure do bark a lot. The dog would have to be ok around lots of different people too if you’re frequently in the truck stops. I’d love to have a co-pilot but a dog is a little much in a day cab.

Keanu

12.02.2022

I'd recommend the smaller, the better. It's going to be a huge chore picking up a 40+ pound soaking wet dog after taking it for a walk in the rain, so I would go small, to be easier to get back on board. Something with short hair that doesn't shed; something that doesn't drool; something that doesn't chew up the truck.

Benito

12.01.2022

Here's a picture of Laura's Rat Terrier at home, happily rolling on the lawn.

Mulder

12.30.2022

Smaller dog means less food to store. Don't lose them in 2 foot deep snow though lol Think about chewing... there is a difference between house broken and house trained. Rescue dogs also may have been abused and may need adjustment to the sounds of the truck.

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