PetRide

PetRide, equipment for travelling with dogs in the car

PetRide is an Australian online store focused on hard-base dog seat covers, travel beds and other accessories for transporting pets in the vehicle. The company operates through its website and sells its products nationwide with free shipping on all orders. The business is operated by Skin Formular Pty Ltd.

Product catalogue

The range is built around several kits and individual pieces:

• Full seat cover with hard base: includes a safety travel buckle and dog guard support straps. Catalogue price: AUD 119.95 (previously AUD 239.90).
• Steady Ride Kit: combines the hard-base cover with a plush custom-fit travel bed, plus safety buckle and straps. Listed price: AUD 179.90 (previously AUD 319.90).
• Single seat cover: a single-dog booster seat version that leaves a seat free for a passenger. Listed price: AUD 109.95 (previously AUD 219.90).
• Travel bed: sold separately.
• SteadyRide System: featured product in the catalogue.
• Pet water fountain and replacement filters.

All prices are in Australian dollars and include GST. The store states fast dispatch and a 60-day money-back guarantee on all kits.

Features of the hard-base covers

The main product stands out for its hard base, which stops the dog from sinking or sliding, with raised side walls that prevent it from tipping over on corners. The surface is waterproof and can be wiped clean with a cloth; the cover can be unzipped and machine washed. It has a built-in slot for clipping in a certified harness. It is made from heavy-duty 600D Oxford and, according to the company, is compatible with sedans, SUVs, utes and 4WD vehicles.

Installation is described as a process of about two minutes with no tools: loop the adjustable straps over the front and rear headrests, push the seat anchors down and place the hard base on the back seat, covering the footwell.

Comparison with other products on the market

The website includes a comparison between the hard-base cover and other common formats, such as fabric hammocks and flat covers. According to that comparison, the hard base, raised side walls, non-slip backing, waterproofing and protection of the door panels are features that set it apart from fabric alternatives. The comparison is presented as a review of typical products in each category carried out in 2026.

Safety and Australian regulations

The company stresses that Australian regulations require dogs to be restrained in the vehicle in all states. The site lists indicative penalties in force in 2026: AUD 562 in New South Wales for carrying a dog on your lap (with three demerit points), AUD 330 in Victoria for transporting an unrestrained dog (with three points), up to AUD 10,014 in Queensland for leaving it unsecured in the tray of a ute and up to AUD 50,000 in Western Australia for a serious animal welfare offence. The company notes that penalty units are updated every July.

Warranty and customer service

PetRide backs its products with a 60-day money-back guarantee and a warranty on materials and workmanship. The company reminds customers that Australian consumer rights apply in all cases. The site offers an order tracking system and a sizing guide to choose the right model according to the dog's weight and the vehicle.

Customer reviews

The website shows an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on more than 980 verified reviews, with an overall rating of 4.9 stars attributed to more than 1,000 dog owners. The testimonials come from users in Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania and Western Australia, with breeds such as border collie, labrador, cavoodle, golden retriever, staffy and kelpie, and vehicles such as Subaru Outback, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Kia Sorento, Hyundai Tucson and Ford Ranger.