Caravan suitability for dogs.

Interesting Opening Post. 

Yes caravanning with the CC is suitable for dogs as long as the site rules are complied with.

As far as keeping the van upholstery clean  -- the golden rule is -- People on furniture -- Dogs on the floor. 

Cheers..................K 

I wonder too.    OP’s original comment “But where is the caravan that matches these slightly spartan requirements.”    IMHO if the demand were there the supply would follow.

Have a look at the Swift Basecamp - I think it meets every one of your requirements apart from the reverse stable door.  It even has an outside shower for washing your dog and your wellies after those muddy walks.

But there are plenty of other caravans which aren't all shag-pile and velour.  Many of those made by European manufacturers are much more basic, and therefore more dog-compatible, with vinyl floors, flat finish upholstery, melamine, outside lockers, etc.

I have a Luna Delta TI and 3 border collies ( soon to be 4 ) The best thing I ever bought for going away with the dogs is some solid fencing. It allows the dog a bit of freedom while being safe and secure.

Love it !!!!

Marill

I share your sentiments about types of sites - which is why we stay predominantly on CLs and CS's.  We bought our Barcelona new in 2015 and despite having a very woolly Cockapoo who delights in getting muddy, I like to think our van still looks as good as new, despite using it all year round - including at Christmas, New Year and right through the winter months.

We removed all the carpets on day one - revealing the washable vinyl underneath and put down some cheap carpet runners just for a bit of comfort - and perfectly adequate.  Meg always has her muddy feet washed and dried before being allowed back in the van and with covers on the seats, the upholstery has so far survived without a mark.  She has even been known to have had a shower in the van although that takes a bit of careful management!

As far as I am aware, most of our "woodwork" is light timber covered with some sort of vinyl wood-effect covering - so wiping that down isn't a problem either.

So - although I agree with your sentiments, I believe that with a bit of ingenuity, the perfect home for our four-legged friends does already exist.  (Well, Meg seems to think so, anyway!)

We have had dogs in nearly all of our different types of leisure vehicles,and have noticed that over the years they are becoming more "dog friendly"in that the material used is now less natural, and more "man made" which gives more durable wipe clean surfaces,and with removable carpets over vinyl flooring,and the upholstery (in our latest) is less "attractive"to dog hairs and  also easier to vacum clean,and if not fitted outside, a doubled length shower hose through the bathroom window is helpfull

It’s only a thought Marill but perhaps manufacturers don’t think there’s any demand for it as the owners could use an awning.

Ken