SWIVEL DESIGN. ADJUSTABLE LENGTH. STEEL CONSTRUCTION

KONG Deluxe Swivel Tether for Dogs – Tangle-Free Car Restraint | Available at Boss Pets UK

Name: KONG Deluxe Swivel Tether for Dogs – Tangle-Free Car Restraint | Available at Boss Pets UK
Brand: KONG
SKU: LPTV12
Price: 17.95 EUR
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A swivelling car restraint that keeps your dog secure without tangling – The KONG Deluxe Swivel Tether clips between your car's seat belt system and your dog's harness, holding them safely in place while still letting them turn, shift and lie down. Available at Boss Pets UK.

Steel construction with an adjustable length – 85% steel and 15% polyester, with a sturdy clip and a length you can set to suit your vehicle and your dog. Fits most seat belt systems.

Use with a harness, never a collar – A tether attached to a collar can cause serious neck injury if the car stops suddenly. Always connect it to a properly fitted harness.

Key Features

Swivel mechanism – Stops the tether twisting as your dog turns or changes position.

Adjustable length – Set the amount of movement to suit your vehicle and your dog.

85% steel construction – With 15% polyester, built for repeated everyday use.

Sturdy clip attachment – Connects to the car’s seat belt system at one end and a harness at the other.

Fits most vehicles – Compatible with standard seat belt systems.

Approximately 54 cm long – Light at around 90 g, in black, one size.

Benefits

Helps you meet Highway Code rule 57 – Dogs must be suitably restrained in a vehicle so they cannot distract the driver or injure anyone in a sudden stop.

Keeps the driver free to concentrate – A restrained dog cannot climb into the footwell or the front seats.

No tangling on longer journeys – The swivel prevents the twisting that leaves a dog stuck facing the wrong way.

Room to settle – Enough movement for your dog to lie down rather than stand braced the whole way.

Quick to fit and remove – Clip in, attach the harness and go.

Packs away small – Light enough to keep in the glovebox between trips.

How to Use

Fit a harness first – Never attach a car tether to a collar. Use a properly fitted harness, every time.

Secure to the seat belt system – Attach one end to the seat belt or buckle as the instructions describe.

Clip to the harness – Connect the other end to the harness’s back or chest attachment point.

Adjust the length – Short enough that your dog cannot reach the front seats or the footwell, long enough to lie down.

Check before every journey – Inspect the clip, the swivel and the webbing for wear, and replace the tether if anything is damaged.

Never leave a tethered dog unattended – Unclip your dog before leaving the vehicle.

How It Works

A fixed tether has one persistent flaw: dogs turn round, and every turn puts a twist into the strap. After a few changes of position the effective length has shortened and the dog is stuck facing the wrong way. The swivel joint solves this by rotating with the dog, so the tether stays at its set length however often they move. The adjustable length matters for a different reason — it should be short enough that your dog cannot reach the front of the car, since the point of restraint is to stop them distracting the driver or being thrown forward under braking. Attaching to a harness rather than a collar spreads any load across the chest and shoulders instead of the neck, which is why every manufacturer of in-car tethers insists on it.

Why Choose

The swivel is the point – Most tethers twist and shorten; this one does not.

Mostly steel – A more robust build than all-webbing alternatives.

From an established brand – KONG has built pet products for over fifty years.

One tether, any car – Works with standard seat belt systems, so it moves between vehicles.

Available at Boss Pets UK – Fast UK delivery available.

Common Uses

Everyday car journeys – School runs, vet trips and trips to the park.

Long drives and holidays – Where tangling becomes a real nuisance over several hours.

Dogs that will not settle – Restraint keeps a restless dog out of the front of the car.

Boot or back seat – Wherever there is a seat belt system to attach to.

Multi-vehicle households – Light enough to move between cars as needed.

Summary

The KONG Deluxe Swivel Tether is an adjustable in-car restraint for dogs, connecting your vehicle’s seat belt system to your dog’s harness. Its swivel joint rotates as your dog moves, so the tether will not twist and shorten on longer journeys, and the adjustable length lets you allow enough room to lie down while keeping your dog away from the front of the car. Built from 85% steel with polyester webbing, in black, one size. Must be used with a harness rather than a collar. Available now at Boss Pets UK.

FAQs

Can I attach this to my dog’s collar?

No, never. In a sudden stop the entire force would go through your dog’s neck. Always use a properly fitted harness.

Does the law require me to restrain my dog in the car?

Highway Code rule 57 says dogs must be suitably restrained so they cannot distract you or injure you or themselves if you stop quickly. Failing to do so can support a careless driving charge, and insurers may take it into account after a claim.

Is a tether the same as a crash-tested restraint?

No. A tether prevents your dog moving around the cabin and distracting the driver. A crash-tested harness or a secured crate offers more protection in a collision, and it is worth understanding the difference when deciding what suits your journeys.

What does the swivel actually do?

It rotates as your dog turns, so the strap does not twist up and shorten. Without one, a dog that changes position a few times ends up with far less room than you set.

How long should I set it?

Short enough that your dog cannot reach the front seats or footwell, long enough to lie down comfortably.

Will it fit my car?

It is designed for standard seat belt systems, so it suits most vehicles.

Is it suitable for large or strong dogs?

The construction is 85% steel and built for durability. As with any restraint, check the clip, swivel and webbing regularly and replace it if you find wear.

Can I use it outside the car?

It is designed as an in-car tether. Do not use it as a walking lead or to tie a dog up unattended.

What size and colour is it?

One size, black, roughly 54 cm long and around 90 g.

Where can I buy the KONG Deluxe Swivel Tether in the UK?

It is available from Boss Pets UK with fast delivery.

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