Bruce in the back seat of a Jeep Wrangler 4xe - Allison BarfieldMopar, the maker of Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Fiat and Chrysler authorized parts has built a custom line of pet travel accessories called Mopaw to make travel safer and more comfortable for your petsThere’s nothing that makes our dogs more excited than a trip to the park or going with the family on vacation. But unfortunately, sometimes pups can be pretty *ruff* on our car’s interior. I’ve seen firsthand what Bruce, my Beagle-Blue Heeler mix, can do to the inside of my Jeep. His sharp nails have scratched door panels, he’s left muddy paw prints everywhere, and sometimes he jumps up on the rear of the back seat and just for fun, drools on the front side. Mopar, the maker of authorized parts for Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Fiat and Chrysler, sees you, dog parents. And they wanted to help. So they came up with a line of pet travel accessories for taking our furry companions on adventures. Called Mopaw—how cute is that?—the line is intended to save the day with pet accessories specifically designed as official Mopar gear, but honestly, some of the solutions are so good they’ll do nicely in any car.AdvertisementAdvertisementThis story is 100% human-researched and written based on actual first-person knowledge, extensive experience and expertise on the subject of cars and trucks.Get Started With Mopaw’s Pet BarrierMopar’s mesh pet barrier – Credit: MopawBarriers are a great way to allow your dog, especially large dogs, to stand, roam and curl up as they like in the cargo area of an SUV or minivan without the risk of being tossed around on a short or sudden stop. Mopaw has a few different pet barriers available to keep your pets in the right spots.These range from sturdy metal gates with pillars that allow the barrier to fit perfectly in the back of cars with taller and lower rooflines. The horizontal pieces slide back and forth to block off different areas as needed, with an open air design that won’t stop the air vents from keeping your four-legged bestie nice and cool. Best off all, this will keep your back seat safe as your pup won’t be able to jump up on it to rest their paws on it, or drool on the front of the seats. There’s also a pet partition made of netting that stretches across the cargo area of your vehicle to hook onto rails, cargo tie downs, or Jeep Wrangler TrailRail sliders. This keeps pets from getting on the backseat without hampering the ability to fold the seats down. Plus, it doesn’t impart rearview mirror visibility. Cargo liners easily fit under the barriers to protect the carpeting. Seat Covers Are Your Upholstery’s Best FriendBruce in the Toyota Tundra – Allison Barfield – Credit: Allison BarfieldThere’s nothing like a solid waterproof seat cover to save the upholstery from scratches and muddy paw print stains. Mopaw seat covers have a waterproof slip layer to keep the seats dry and to ensure it stays in place. They’re easy to clean, as you can wipe them down or even hose them off. Plus, they provide access to all three seat belts and are free of AZO dyes and heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, and mercury. AdvertisementAdvertisementSome options have a hammock addition, meaning a cloth barrier extends to keep your dog from jumping on the back of the front seats or center console. Others don’t have the hammock, providing more flexibility. They also have partitions to only cover part of the rear bench seat if needed. What’s really cool is that some have seat extenders to provide more room for larger doggos, and others are complete with side panels that hook to the safety handles to protect the sides of the door. Also, one option is specifically designed for the floor section behind the front seats of the Ram 1500. If you don’t want to deal with moving the sides to let your dog in and out of the car, you can protect the door panels with available door guards in different sizes. The Pet Carrier And Kennel Are Great For Cats And Dogs Dogs secured in the backseat of a Buick – Adiena AndersonMopaw isn’t forgetting about all those adventure cats out there. They, along with small to medium-sized dogs, can safely ride in the pet kennel that pairs with the Jeep brand Cherokee Cargo Management system that safely hooks into the cargo area to prevent sliding. It’s collapsible, has a carrying handle, and three doors. AdvertisementAdvertisementTwo pockets are available for accessories, and it’s manufactured from heavy-duty materials. The carrier is a bit smaller and fits on the backseat. It safely clips into the latch system for optimal pet safety. The breathable mesh sections allow for proper airflow, and there are two massive pockets on the side. Fellow writer, Adeina Anderson, explains why keeping her smaller dogs secure is so important, “Because they’re small, both travel in specialized car seats that tether to their harnesses, preventing them from wandering and distracting me. Whether you use a seat, a crash-tested harness, or a crate, securing your pet is the most important step for everyone’s safety.”Other Great Mopaw Pet Travel Accessories Mopaw Dogs – MoparI’ve got my eye on the Mopaw WeatherTech Pet Ramp, because there have been plenty of times when a larger German Shepherd or Red Heeler has refused to jump up in the seat of a lifted truck or Jeep. With age, some dogs don’t want to jump down that far as their hips get sensitive. Plus, even if you can lift your dog, who wants to hoist a wet and muddy buddy up there? You get your clothes all messy! Then the back of the seat organizer is great for keeping your dog’s leash, treats, and toys all organized. There’s also space for tools and anything you and your pet will need for off and on-road adventuring.AdvertisementAdvertisementThere are available WeatherTech Pet Feeding Systems in three different sizes. They include two stainless steel or BPA-free plastic NSF-approved human grade food bowls. The bowls, stand, and mat are combined into one convenient piece to prevent your cat or dog from straining its neck to get every single drop of food or water.I can’t wait to try Mopaw in my own Jeep. Maybe, just maybe, Bruce will be so happy with his own accessories that I won’t have to have to trick him into the car for a ride to the vet and his tail will just keep wagging.