Mazda, BMW and Volvo In Top 11 Cars for Dog Owners

AAA

releases eleven cars in six lifestyle categories that dog owners prefer when transporting their pets.

According to AAA more than 80 percent of dog owners take their best friend with them when they run errands or drive their cars for leisure. Thus, they do take into consideration the safety of their pet when they decide what type of car they want to buy. Pet safety in cars has become a major factor in vehicle purchasing decision.

AAA estimates that 45 million households in the United States have a dog. These people love to take their pets for a ride and they want their car not only to meet their needs, but also the safety need of their dog. The statistics will probably slowly influence the way car makers build their vehicles to appeal to this demographics. AAA sheds light on this demographics by releasing its top vehicle picks for dog owners. These cars are divided into 6 categories according to the lifestyle of the vehicle owner.

Eleven Cars Dog Owners Like The Most

BMW 3 Series Wagon tops the preferences of those dog owners who follow the luxury lifestyle. Not only it rivals with other sports car with comfort, but also gives pet owners several accessories to make the vehicle more suitable for dog transportation. The second in this category comes Volvo XC60. This car has a roomy cargo area and is the first car in USA with "City Safe." It will automatically apply breaks in response to driver inattention.
Subaru Forester and Hyundai Santa Fe lead the preferences of those who like active lifestyle.

Those who like to travel with kids, dogs and everything else prefer Honda Element and Toyota Venza. Honda features a spill-resistant water dish and Toyota offers a ramp that eases getting in and out through the rear tailgate.
Those dog owners who like efficiency and fun prefer Mazda3 5-Door and Mini Clubman. Green lifestyle lowers like Ford Escape Hybrid