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Doggie Strollers? I have seen these really cute dog strollers and was wondering if anyone has one and if they ever use them. My husband and I have friends who always walk their goldendoodle puppy...we would like to walk with them, but their puppy is still very rambunctious and I do not want my new furbaby to get hurt. I am thinking of getting a doggie stroller to walk with them after she has had all of her vaccinations. Any thoughts? BTW..my husband thinks I am nuts!!:animal-pa |
Down with doggie strollers! :thumbdown I'm with your husband. I have seen people out with them and they look even more ridiculous then I even thought possible. BUT having said that, I do know that that there are people on here who have them ~ that's just my opinion. We're all entitled to our own! |
I love mine & your reason is the perfect reason. Dogs need exercise but there are some times where they can come out with us but cant be on the ground This is alot better then them being in a tiny bag or stuck at home. |
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I'm kinda a neutral party when it comes to strollers. I don't really understand the purpose but am starting to. I was at the doggy mall this past weekend and a lady with 3 dogs (a bit much for her to handle) had them in a stroller which I guess would make it easier to bring all 3. But when I see people walking dogs in a stroller, I wonder why the dog isn't walking as well. I realize the dog could be injured, pregnant etc though. I used to think carriers were semi-strange as well and look at me now!! I am buying outfits to match my new fab Kwigy Bo carrier & scheming where I can sneak Snickers into LOL!!!! He is very comfortable in his carrier and now gets excited when he sees it!! I would not put him in if he felt squished, and believe me-he would let me know! I'm anxious to see other responses. Smiles- Snick & Viv |
3 Attachment(s) I have one and LOVE it. I'm sorry but, there are times a 3-4 pound dog gets tired much quicker than you do. We do a lot of stuff in the summer and I love the fact that I can take all of them, put them in the stroller (there are also 4 safety hooks) and not have to worry about someone snatching them, or people touching them and wanting to pick them up and they can rest if they want to. People can make fun if they want, I really don't care. I get made fun of all the time because of how much I love my babies. I think about their comfort and well-being more than what people think about me. Post people just go crazy at how cute it is. :D I attached a couple pics of mine from the first day I got it. |
IMO if your dog has all its shots and you introduce the dogs appropriately and keep them a leash-distance apart you wouldn't need a stroller. It would be great for your pup to walk and get exercise. I know some people have them for elderly or injured dogs who can't walk long distances, but with a puppy that probably wouldn't be a problem. I have a 4.5 pound and almost 6 pound yorkie and they both walk a 4 mile circle with no problem.... the puppy still has energy to play after:rolleyes: |
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I have this same stroller and love it!! It is very hard sometimes to shop at the pet store with 4 babies. The stroller is great! With 4 hooks they can all be in there and I can get what I need. I also take them with me to more places. I can now take them to flea markets and out door events. Where as, many of those places wont allow dogs otherwise. My hubby plays baseball and they say no dogs on the field, but when they are in the stroller it is no big deal. I love it & I dont care who thinks it is stupid. I have found it to be very valuable!!!! |
I have a baby stroller that i put mesh over because i have 3 dogs and my boyfriend has 2 small ones and we love to take them to the pet store and out to the walking track in the park and out door events in the summer i love the stroller (there are pics in my profile) i only use it if we are going out somewhere i would not substitute a stroller ride for a normal walk but its better to be safe then sorry when dealing with pups. |
I didn't think that I would every need a stroller when I had one, but with 2 it makes it so much easier to handle both of them when I take them out. There are times that a stroller is nice if you want to take them with you. Walking and strollers are 2 different things. For me, a stroller is used when I need to keep an eye on them in a situation where having them running around is not a smart thing, not for taking them out in, in place of their daily walks. |
I just love my stroller and don't know what I'd do without it! I have 3 small one's who love to go for walks, But, Sophie Kennedy wears out first and I put her in the stroller and the boys walk on either side. I secretly think she thinks she the PRINCESS and they're job is to pull her!! She sits in there as proud as can be looking around @ everyone...She's our Queen Bee! When we go to the Park or out other places it's a safe place for all 3 where people don't ask to hold them,Pick them up or take them! I feel they're much safer in there with the mesh closed and zipped around them and 4 secure hooks to keep them all safe and happy when out in a crowded area! I said I'd never use one But, It's better to be safe than sorry! These are the first small dogs I've ever had and they're alot more likely to get stepped on,dropped or worse, So, IMO their stroller is a God Send for us!! Thank-You to Sophie Kennedy's first Mommy Linda for sending it to us!! It is the nicest gift we've recieved and is used all the time!:):) |
I have a pink stroller for Roxy, and trust me... it is one of the best things I ever invested in, it even has cupholders! lol The reason its so great is not only because sometimes Roxy just gets tired of walking and needs a rest and we still want to walk...BUT... There have been MANY situations where irresponsible dog owners did NOT have THEIR dogs on a leash. Plus, who knows if the other ppl got their dogs shots and whatnot. I dont take the chance at ALL! Then, it also lowers the chance of someone coming up and stealing your baby! Roxy is always on a leash to prevent that... but the stroller is just one more obstacle that can keep their hands off my little baby. The stroller keeps her safe from another dog coming up and grabbing her or getting too close... After what happened with my Chico, no chance I would go somewhere heavily populated with dogs and not take my stroller, especially on hot days. We usually just do the leash/harness, but the stroller is ALWAYS a great option when we need it... or when we want to sneak her into a store by pretending she is a sleeping baby and putting a blanket over the front... lol. But more for her protection than anything, thats whats important... I dont care if ppl think I look ridiculous. At least I know my baby is safe. |
I agree with Roxie's Mommy... I've had people say things about my using a Stroller! It's tan and doesn't look any different than a Child's Stroller. But, Let them talk. I know my guys are safe and it takes alot of stress off when you have them outside! It's better to be safe than sorry! So, Let them talk!!:) |
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I for one just can't get into the doggie stroller thing. Makes no sense to me. Just my opinion. 4 legs to walk on. I ordered a travel bag for Jemma and with it they sent me a free stroller. Out in the garbage it went. Didn't even open it. But everyone has to do what is right for them. |
i have one and its brill! perfect for when im out shoppinh on hols and at home! going round markets ect, my dogs are tiny so they will get stepped on, safer when they are in the stroller, cant carry them and look and cant have all of them in a carrier, stroller is the best, even if it is pink with 2 boys in haha |
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I don't own a stroller but i think that they would be a great investment and you all have gave very good reasons for owning them love,saftey & comfort i know some have small children so the stroller has to make it so much better when you are out with all of them together |
In 2008 I wanted to take my then 6month old Bryan to an all day doggy even in Cranbury NJ...a fellow yorkie owner told me you better get him a stroller, which I thought was ridicious but the morning of the event I stopped at a Petsmart on the turnpike and brought one...I said to me self if we don't use it I can always return it...well after 15 minutes at the event I was walking back to the car to get it...Bryan was soo overwhelmed by all the other dogs it was hot and be would crawl under the vendors tables and pant...well when I put him in the stroller he sat in there like he was the king of the hill and no one can touch him there..it helped to block the sun and it was easier for me to give him water...I think they are wonderful |
We have a pink stroller and I wouldn't say we use it a lot, but I'm so glad we have it! There are certain crowded events we have been to and it's really come in handy! I think just the nature of their size, in big crowds I worry about them getting stepped on. Also, since people (especially kids) like to run up to cute little dogs, I don't have to worry about them getting spooked and possibly biting anyone! |
I own a doggy stroller because I LOVE TO GO Antiquing and to outdoor markets,farmer markets during the morning hours is ok for my Prada to walk around but once the summer sun comes out the asphalt gets really hot, I put her in the stroller and she is safe, cool and off the reach of sweaty little hands..:p:p I only take one or two of them out at a time, only walking in my hood I take the 4 together.. hugs, Carmen in nj |
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Dogs have four legs and can walk. Even your puppy can play and go for a bit of a walk with the goldendoodle. I'm sorry but strollers for dogs who aren't handicapped I think is a waste of money. |
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OMG!!! I LOVE that plaid!!!:D Can I ask where did you find that one? It's so cute!!! |
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I agree 100 percent. Putting your dog in a stroller to take them for a "walk" is NOT execise for them, its excercise for you. Dogs were given 4 feet for a reason.. to walk, run and play on them. Stroller's for dogs IMO are quite silly, but I guess if your one of those people that are petrified for your dog to touch grass or absoulty need to take your dog shopping with you, then I guess a stroller would serve a purpose. |
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We have a stroller, and like others, use it a lot when we're in a big crowed and Sophie tuckers out!!!! She also gets a little overwhelmed if there are a lot of big dogs or children around, so it comes in very handy!!!! Besides, my daughter loves to push it around to get all the oohhs and aaahhhs from other little girls!!!! To each his own! :p |
I just purchased one a week ago and used it for the first time this weekend. I'm so glad I did! When it was only Sophie, I'd take her for a good 30-45 min. walk most mornings of the week (She weighs 8.4 lbs. and can easily handle this) But when Ivan came to live with us back in July, the daily walks stopped as Ivan couldn't go that far and cried when left behind. We had times we carried him, but Sophie never did get back to a 30-45 min. walk. Now we have our 2nd Biewer (3rd dog). I just attended our Specialty in Orlando and a stroller was being used there by an owner to transport several dogs to the show venue. It was an extrememly helfpul tool. With our Regional coming up in Reading, Pa. in March I decided to buy a stroller so that I can take ALL THREE dogs to the show. And not only that, Sophie is back to walking most days and is VERY happy while the other two ride in the stroller. I soon got over feeling "goofy" pushing it when I realized how great of a tool it is! I say go ahead and buy one. I bought a cheaper version off of ebay and figure if I find that I use it regularly then I will invest in a more expensive model. |
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