Truck Bed Dog Tether

Step 3: Plasti Dip the Clamps

This step is optional, but I think it makes it look a lot cleaner. It also covers sharp corners, prevents the nuts from coming loose, prevents corrosion, and reduces rattling noise from metal on metal. Directions on how to apply Plasti Dip are on the bottle but you basically just dip the clamps into the can. The only tricky part was bending the cable enough to get the clamps into the can. Transferring the plasti dip to a larger container would have made it easier but I applied two coats and the dip probably would have dried in the container before I could have added the second coat.

Step 1: Tools and Supplies

Truck Bed Dog Tether

I was able to find everything that I needed at my local hardware store. Supplies: 1. Vinyl coated galvanized cable, (I used 3/8″ by 8, but you can go thinner and cut to size). 2. Three stainless steel wire rope cable clip clamps, (sized to match cable). 3. Two stainless steel spring snap hook carabiners. 4. One stainless steel swivel snap hook, (I used a D shackle but would recommend the swivel hook). 5. Plasti Dip rubber coating. Tools: 1. Tape measure. 2. Box end wrench, (to tighten clamps). 3. Box cutter or utility knife. 4. Bolt cutters or hack saw, (unless you pre measure and have the cable cut to size).

Step 4: Trim the Plasti Dip

Truck Bed Dog Tether

I used a box cutter to score the Plasti dip while trying not to cut into the vinyl cable covering. The Plasti Dip peeled off fairly easily making clean line where it was scored.

FAQ

Can you tie a dog in the back of a truck?

Your best bet is to put a large crate, which has a floor to keep your dog’s paws safe, in the back of the truck and then to ensure that the crate is securely attached so it won’t slide around.

Are dogs safe in a truck bed?

How to keep your dog safe in a truck bed. Your dog can absolutely ride in the truck bed as long as they are properly secured. However, you can’t just knot its leash around a tie-down rack. Your dog should have a sturdy crate that can be secured down so it won’t slide along the truck floor as you drive.

How do I stop my dog from jumping on the truck?

“The Vehicle Code allows you to have a dog or any other animal in the back of your truck,” said Sgt. Brian Pennings with the California Highway Patrol. “However, it shall be cross-tethered, and what they mean by cross-tethered is it has to be tethered by two separate anchor points inside the vehicle.”