Water-resistant fabric handles a damp dog. It does not handle a Labrador that has just swum in a lake, and that is when water reaches the seat foam and stays there. This is the heavier build: a waterproof backing rather than a coating, reinforced against claws, and side flaps covering the door cards that a standard hammock leaves exposed.
Key Benefits
- Genuinely waterproof backing, not a water-resistant coating
- Side flaps protect door cards, which most hammocks leave bare
- Reinforced fabric resists claw damage on entry and exit
- Non-slip backing stops it creeping across the seat
- Mesh window lets you see the dog in the mirror
- Wipes down or hoses off rather than needing washing
Best For
- Dogs that swim, or walks that end wet
- Large and giant breeds
- Protecting an expensive or leased interior
- Muddy country walks year round
- Owners who found a standard cover soaked through
How It Works
Fit it to both sets of headrests, then tuck the side flaps down over the door cards before the dog gets in. Hose it or wipe it down after wet trips and hang it to dry fully before refitting, because waterproof fabric folded away damp will smell within days.
Pros and Cons
Pros: Actually waterproof, covers the door cards other hammocks miss, stands up to claws, and cleans with a hose rather than a wash.
Cons: It is one of the more expensive items in this category and is heavy and bulky to remove and store. Waterproof fabric does not breathe, so it can feel warm underneath on a long summer drive.
Things to Consider
- Considerably more expensive than a standard hammock
- Bulky and heavy to remove and store
- Non-breathable, so it feels warm on hot days
- Dry it fully before folding it away or it will smell
- A cover is not a restraint — use a tether as well
- Prices, availability and shipping times are set by the AliExpress seller and can change
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