Dogs and Caravans

Allen758 replied on 17/10/2017 11:43

Posted on 17/10/2017 11:43

When I bought this, my first caravan, I just knew I wouldn't keep the dogs off the sofa-beds but I didn't want to trash the 'van either. So I bought a pair of nice fleece throws thinking I could also snuggle under one on cooler evenings; when used I remembered fleece attracts dog-hair like a magnet. After a couple of uses the hairs are now well and truly entwined within the fleece. So, I bought a couple of cotton throws; partial success as hair does shake off. But even after washing a few times the cotton fabric produces a fluff/flock which adheres to my trousers and I end up looking as if I have just plucked a chicken for dinner.

I don't want the heavy duty protection of tarp or plastic, or the stiffness of stuffed quilts etc. I would like a pair of covers which look reasonably contemporary and are comfortable for me to sit on also. As anyone found such a product?

Kennine replied on 17/10/2017 11:47

Posted on 17/10/2017 11:47

The old advice of " People on furniture and dogs on the floor " is the best advice you can receive. 

cool

DSB replied on 17/10/2017 13:08

Posted on 17/10/2017 13:08

We got some thin throws from the Range which seem to serve the purpose, but we always have a fairly large towel, which she (the dog!!) seems to understand is for her use.

David 

Rocky 2 buckets replied on 17/10/2017 13:09

Posted on 17/10/2017 13:09

I use the cheap Supermarket fleeces, as soon as the nap seems clogged they are binned & replaced. I view them holding onto the Dogs hair as a positivesmile

replied on 17/10/2017 13:18

Posted on 17/10/2017 11:47 by Kennine

The old advice of " People on furniture and dogs on the floor " is the best advice you can receive. 

cool

Posted on 17/10/2017 13:18

Which is fine until you go to the showers and leave the dog in the outfit!

Metheven replied on 17/10/2017 15:28

Posted on 17/10/2017 13:09 by Rocky 2 buckets

I use the cheap Supermarket fleeces, as soon as the nap seems clogged they are binned & replaced. I view them holding onto the Dogs hair as a positivesmile

Posted on 17/10/2017 15:28

Exactly what we do smile

brue replied on 17/10/2017 15:53

Posted on 17/10/2017 15:53

I use cheap single polycotton sheets, folded to size. The dog hairs can be shaken off easily and don't stick,  they're quick to wash. There are lots of colours to choose from that blend in with the van upholstery. I sometimes use a knitted pet blanket but the hairs get into the wool so prefer smooth sheets. smile

Outdoor Lady replied on 17/10/2017 18:38

Posted on 17/10/2017 18:38

I also use cotton sheets, I have cut them to size and sewn the edges so they just fold under the seats, I have made a couple of pairs and as Brue says can be easily washed, also very cheap, you don't need to sew if you can't, just cut the edges with pinking scissors so they don't fray One stipulation OH insisted that the dogs don't get on the seats in the MH, they are allowed on one at home but one of ours just loves wiping her mouth along the seats after she has had a drinklaughing

ChrisRogers replied on 18/10/2017 13:40

Posted on 18/10/2017 13:40

We gave up with covers, we now just make sure the dog gets a rub down before getting into the van!! At least our dog does not have long hair and does not lose any.

ABM replied on 18/10/2017 14:15

Posted on 18/10/2017 14:15

ChrisR,

That  reminds  me  of  a  comic  E-mail  from  niece's  OH  ==>

Dog  comfortably  esconced  asking :-->

You've  been  out  all  morning  and  suddenly  its  YOUR  chair surprised ??

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