The 6 Best Dog Car Seat Covers to Protect Your Car from Dirty Paws

This high-quality dog car seat cover has all the bells and whistles at a reasonable price, from zippered panels to cover the side doors to pockets for your dog’s favorite snacks. I’ve used several models, and this cover combines the best of them all—you can even use your dog seat belt since there’s an opening to thread your buckles through.

It has adjustable anchors that keep it in place, so your dog can spread out and lay down without being tempted to meander to the trunk or front seat. The mesh panel is a nice touch that lets your dog see out the front only, which can help prevent car sickness.

This basic, affordable car seat cover is made for the back seat of your sedan, with an easy-to-clean waterproof material and adjustable headrest straps. It doesn’t have anchors on it, but if you have a small back seat, it shouldn’t slide around too much.

If you’re on a budget or just need a temporary solution, this waterproof option is a great pick.

This diamond-pattern quilted seat hammock has all the bonus features, and it’s made of a thick, durable fabric with comfortable extra padding inside. It also features a waterproof silicone layer and an anti-slip backing, and it fits in most cars, trucks, and SUVs.

The cover is machine-washable and has straps for the front and rear headrests, as well as extra anchor points for the side panels. It also has an included seat belt strap that anchors your pup directly to the belt buckle.

If your pup prefers the front seat, consider this dirt and fur barrier from Active Pets. While it should be noted that the American Kennel Club advises against letting your dog sit up front due to potential injuries from passenger-side air bags, it’s safe for some car models as long as you pair it with a restraint of some sort.

We like that this seat cover has a long panel for high-sitting chairs, especially since curious small pups can easily sneak underneath car seats. It isn’t waterproof, though, so look for something else if you like to take your dog to the beach or lake.

If you drive a hatchback or an SUV, you know that packing up your pup for a weekend adventure can take up lots of valuable car space. This dog car seat cover protects your entire cargo trunk, whether you’ll use it as a roomy space for your dog to sit or a soft platform to slide a crate on top of.

Best of all, this doubles as a general protective blanket for your trunk—when your dog isn’t around, you can use it to more easily slide boxes in and out of your car or store dusty or sandy gear. The back flap also drapes over the hatchback, so you can sit on the edge of your trunk without getting grease on your pants.

This premium dog car seat cover is ideal for luxury car drivers who don’t like the utilitarian look of most other options. There are genuine leather details, antique gold buttons, and soft cotton twill quilting, plus the fabric is water-resistant. The elastic panels hug the bottom seat for a buttoned-up fit, and the contrasting color on the trim adds an upscale look.

It’s machine-washable, too, which is especially nice since this cover doubles as a normal car seat cover that humans can sit on, with openings for seat belts.