The Jeep Wrangler has continually made the top of the list of vehicles that are best for dog lovers. The open air and lots of cargo room make it easy for pet owners to take their best friends along. Ram trucks, Chrysler Pacifica minivans and Dodge Durangos also have more than their share of pets riding shotgun. The Global Vet Link estimates that approximately 78% of American pet owners travel with their furry friends every year. Even if the pets don’t go on vacation with them, they go to veterinary appointments, the groomer and often ride along as a parent picks up the kids from school. Mopar has taken notice and has designed a new line of pet products under the name Mopaw, to make sure the pets are safely riding along.
“When it comes to making sure our pets are happy and healthy, Americans don’t cut corners, they treat their pets just like a member of the family,” said Tim Kuniskis, Head of American Brands, SRT Performance, NA Marketing and Retail Strategy. “Mopaw accessories bring the car enthusiast and the pet lover together in a way that only an OEM can, so you don’t have to sacrifice fit or finish when traveling with your pets.”
Mopaw Premium Pet Accessories
I admit it. I spend a fortune on our two little dogs. I take Shelby and Lincoln in the car with me quite often. Yes, they are named after cars. The American Pet Products Association estimates that owners spent more than $150 billion on their pets in the United States with sales expected to continue climbing.
The Mopaw division of Mopar now offers premium travel- and vehicle-related pet accessories that continue Mopar’s high standards for quality, durability and vehicle compatibility. During Covid, a record number of people adopted pets. Now, many pet parents take their sidekicks to work, to the park or to restaurants where they are allowed to eat on the patios.
The Mopaw Line Integrates with Vehicles Much Like Baby Products
Just like vehicles have mostly standardized the latch system to secure car seats, the Mopaw line integrates with Jeep, Ram Chrysler and Dodge vehicles. Many of the products are designed exclusively for Mopaw, others are sourced from prominent manufacturers. All of the products embrace Mopar’s standards for quality, durability and vehicle compatibility. The result is a collection that gives pet owners the confidence that comes from choosing a brand built on decades of engineering excellence.
The Initial Mopaw Merchandise Lineup Includes:
Pet carrier: Sourced from Nemesys Gear, the pet carrier is designed to integrate seamlessly with a vehicle’s back seat latch system. This secure, comfort‑forward carrier helps reduce pet anxiety while giving owners peace of mind during every ride
Folding pet kennel: Pets and drivers agree that travel feels safer in an enclosed space. This folding kennel features four tie‑down straps for secure vehicle attachment. It stores flat, assembles quickly and is ready for any four‑legged adventure
Interior protection options: Sourced from 4Knines, the heavy-duty, functional seat and door covers protect interior surfaces, while hammocks are designed to block the gap between the front and back seats, because every adventure should leave memories, not messes
YETI buddy tumbler and dog bowl: The buddy tumbler delivers temperature-controlled hydration on the go, pairing perfectly with a durable dog bowl
Collars and leashes: From driveway to the dog park, a variety of collars and leashes keep every adventure stylish and most of all secure
Dog T-shirts and hoodies: Combining comfort and personality, the shirts and hoodies are designed to keep pets cozy while showcasing their adventurous spirit
Keep Your Pets Secured
Many pet parents may not think about it, but it is important to keep your pets secured while riding in any vehicle. Pets, like children, can become projectiles during an accident and be seriously injured. Also, if not secured inside the vehicle, they may escape during an accident and be lost. Always be careful and make sure they are safely inside a pet carrier or tethered to the seat.
Mopar says it will continue to grow the Mopaw line. It is important to point out that because the latch systems are now fairly standard, many of the items will integrate securely in other brands of vehicles.
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Mary Conway is a professional automotive journalist and has decades of experience specializing in automotive news analysis. She covered the Detroit Three for more than twenty years for the ABC affiliate, in Detroit. Her affection for the Motor City comes naturally. Her father ran a gas station while Mary was growing up, in Wisconsin. Follow Mary at @MaryConwayMedia on X and on Facebook, and send her car news tips for future stories. Mary Conway is an esteemed automotive and business reporter who was inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame in 2019. Mary is a member of the Automotive Press Association, Rocky Mountain Automotive Press, Society of Professional Journalists, and NATAS.
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