Are you looking for a bicycle trailer for your small dog in 2022?
Then I am glad that you have found my page.
Here I present the five top products and explain why I think these models are so good.
In order to give you the most comprehensive overview possible, I researched more than 7 hours and read numerous product reviews from previous customers.
As a result, five products stood out particularly strongly from the competition. My absolute favorite is the Klarfit Husky Race bike trailer & dog buggy, a 2-in-1 solution.
But the other models are also really good and recommendable.
I hope there is something suitable for you too.
My favorite bike trailers for small dogs
product test
Klarfit Husky Race bicycle trailer & dog buggy
As the name suggests, the Husky Race bicycle trailer and dog buggy is a 2-in-1 product. In addition to leisurely bike tours, you can also push the car in front of you as a buggy, for example when going for a walk or jogging.
The streamlined design ensures aerodynamics and thus a particularly energy-saving and pleasant driving experience.
The air-filled wheels are 16 inches and ensure a smooth and fast ride. Small bumps are absorbed and leveled out by the tires so that your four-legged friend is not shaken around in the car.
Thanks to the Smart Space Concept, your dog has plenty of space in the 282 liter cargo space. The trailer was designed for dogs weighing up to 40kg, making it ideal for small and medium-sized dogs.
The powder-coated, stable steel frame and the 600D Oxford fabric ensure a high level of safety. The extra reinforcement of the vehicle is also reassuring.
Pawhut dog pendant
The second product I would like to introduce to you is from the Pawhut company. It is a dog bike trailer made of a sturdy tubular steel construction.
The thick Oxford fabric is tear-resistant and also protects your four-legged friend from the weather. It doesn’t matter whether it’s rain, wind or UV radiation – your dog won’t notice it in his trailer.
The pneumatic tires are pleasantly sprung and therefore make driving in the trailer very comfortable. So you can easily transport old, weak, sick or very small or young animals and do not have to leave them at home alone. The Pawhut dog trailer thus contributes to improving the quality of life.
Easy zip access makes it easy to operate with one hand. One door at the front and one at the back offers flexibility and makes it easier to get used to.
You can find my full Pawhut dog trailer review here.
Petique Breeze Large Dog Buggy
The Petique Breeze dog buggy is not a bicycle trailer. Because the buggy is actually intended to be pushed. It has three wheels and almost looks like a stroller.
The patented seat pad is extremely comfortable. There is also the option of putting a pee pad for puppies or incontinent dogs in the buggy. This greatly simplifies subsequent cleaning.
The buggy is easy to steer and can be folded if necessary. The large interior offers space for dogs up to 30 kg.
For bike tours you can connect the included bike rod to the appropriate adapter and you already have a bike trailer. Such 2-in-1 products are simply very practical.
If you are looking for other large bike trailers for dogs, then I recommend my guide to dog bike trailers XXL.
Duramaxx King Rex bike trailer & dog buggy
The next bicycle trailer for small dogs comes from the manufacturer Duramaxx and is very spacious with a loading space with a capacity of 250 liters and a maximum load weight of 40 kg.
The trailer has a reinforced, non-slip plastic floor that is easy to clean. The pre-installed dog harness in the trailer ensures a particularly high level of safety while driving. The red and orange warning pennants, two-sided reflectors and two spoke reflectors also ensure safety on the road.
The fly screen can be opened at the front and rear. This gives you various options for letting your dog get in and out. At the same time, the mesh inserts ensure plenty of fresh air. If necessary, you can close the front with a transparent tarpaulin so that your dog does not have to freeze in bad weather.
It is also practical that you can simply fold the trailer up when not in use. To do this, the wheels are removed and the drawbar is folded down.
Trixie 12813 Bike Trailer
Good quality at the best price, that’s what the bicycle trailer for small dogs from Trixie stands for. It can be loaded with a weight of up to 15 kg.
There is a front and a back door. The front mesh insert can be covered with a rain tarpaulin. The same applies to the roof net.
A short leash is integrated in the trailer. You can tie your dog to this so that it is not thrown through the trailer even during sharper driving manoeuvres. The leash is like a seat belt in a car.
Reflective elements ensure that you are seen even on tours at night or in poor visibility.
Buyer’s guide – bike trailer for small dogs
These criteria are important when buying a bicycle trailer for small dogs
Before you buy a dog trailer for your bike, you should first deal with this type of product and find out which factors are particularly important.
You already got a first impression in my product test. Now I will list the main criteria again clearly for you.
Quality of material and workmanship
This point should be a matter of course for every product. Unfortunately, there are still many bad products on the market that can break after a short time or even become a safety risk.
After all, it is very dangerous if the trailer floor cracks while driving, a wheel falls off, or the hitch does not hold the bike.
Security
The issue of safety is particularly important for bicycle trailers, as they are also used for animals on the road. Reflective elements for foggy, rainy days with poor visibility or night tours are a must. Warning pennants and the like are also helpful. It is also very important to be able to tie up the dog – similar to seat belts in the car.
This way, when riding a bike with your dog, it cannot be thrown around in the car in the event of an emergency brake or an evasive manoeuvre. Especially if harnesses are included, it is important to ensure a good fit. Not every harness fits every dog and just because a certain harness was included, you shouldn’t use it if it doesn’t fit 100%.
The Trixie dog trailer and the Blue Bird dog trailer can also score with a high level of security.
Multiple entrances
Multiple entrances are certainly not an absolute must, but still very practical. For example, you can decide for yourself which side you want your dog to get out on, which is a particular advantage on busy roads.
But it is also often easier for the dog to get used to the trailer if the four-legged friend can first walk through the trailer. This way claustrophobia does not arise in the first place and your darling learns that he is doing well in the trailer.
Fly screen and rain cover
Most dog trailers for bicycles are now equipped with fly screens all around. These prevent the dog from jumping out of the car, but still let enough fresh air through. At the same time, the four-legged friend has everything in view through the nets.
What has not been considered with some models is that the dog is constantly exposed to the weather through the nets. Whether it’s strong sun, rain, snow, hail or wind – there are many situations in which you need a tarpaulin. That’s why it should always be included when you buy it.
The Klarfit Husky dog trailer also has rain-repellent nets and additional rain protection.
Suspension tires
Especially with bicycle trailers in the low price segment, there is often no suspension. This can quickly become uncomfortable for your dog, especially if you want to walk a lot on uneven forest and field paths.
Therefore, whenever possible, you should always choose a dog bike trailer with suspension.
Conclusion
I was particularly impressed by the Klarfit Husky Race bicycle trailer & dog buggy. What I like best is that this is a 2-in-1 solution, i.e. a bicycle trailer that can also be used as a dog buggy. This offers a lot of flexibility, so you can really take your four-legged friend with you anytime, anywhere.
The stable, partly specially reinforced material ensures good safety. The tires are filled with air and can therefore absorb small bumps. This makes the driving experience very pleasant for you and your darling.
The vehicle offers extra space and is therefore very popular with small and medium-sized dogs.