Foldable dog trailer test & comparison

Foldable bike trailer for dogs: Always on the go together

Cycling tours are in, more and more families are using their free time to together on the bike into the countryside to drive.

Of course, the four-legged friend shouldn't be missing, and that's a good thing: If the dog is left in the house, it not only quickly suffers separation anxiety, but also feels that he excluded from a family activity becomes.

Many dog ​​owners see it the same way, but then make it too easy for themselves: They think that exercise is also healthy for pets and simply let their dog run the entire distance alongside them.

Risks of cycling tours without any opportunity to rest

But this is not without risks: On the one hand, he speaks Security aspect often against it. Although it is possible to ensure a fixed distance with a leash and a dog bike holder, there is always the risk that the animal could be involved in an accident – especially if there is oncoming traffic.

But physical aspects also usually speak against a “free” bike tour for your four-legged friend: dogs like to exercise, but they also need lots of breaks. Due to the high need for sleep of the animals, a long bike ride is pure physical and mental stress. Furthermore, if there is overload, this also increases Risk of injury strong.

Fixed place for the four-legged friend

That's why it's advisable to give your dog one when you're out and about fixed place to rest To treat yourself: As soon as your four-legged friend shows signs of fatigue, he can retreat into the trailer and take a nap.

Even in the event of an injury, you are on the safe side. You should also not underestimate the advantage that the dog comes with a trailer a familiar piece of home even on the go has. He feels comfortable in his “own space” and has significantly less stress.

The How it works a foldable dog trailer

Basically, a foldable dog trailer works in the same way as its rigid sibling models: They are mounted on the bike using a coupling and then pulled by people. You then move towards your destination at a leisurely but steady speed – most manufacturers recommend not exceeding 20 to 25 kilometers per hour.

The big difference lies in the folding function, which clearly more flexible deployments enabled.

Removable wheels

On the one hand, they are Wheels Such models are designed to use a Snap mechanism can be removed within a few seconds. This allows for really space-saving storage.

By the way, this increases security not impaired: As long as the wheels are locked correctly, there is no risk at all that they could fall off while driving.

Flexible frame, drawbar & Weather protection

That too frame is designed to be flexible. It consists of a frame that can be bent in the right places and, like the drawbar and the plastic weather protection, can be retracted in just a few steps.

This is how a large vehicle that is over a meter long and high when ready for use becomes one compact construction, which only rises a few centimeters. This means the trailer can be stowed away permanently – for example over the winter – or made ready for transport at short notice.

This video demonstrates how our test winner from Trixie works in practice. Source: Trixie / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuhtINf_4Sg .