Being A Dog Dad Has Made Me Appreciate SUVs

Being a dog dad is fun and rewarding, and when it comes to cars, it's SUVs and estates that I now appreciate most
Being A Dog Dad Has Made Me Appreciate SUVs

I’ve been a dog dad to Maisy, a Springer Spaniel crossed with a Whippet, for just over a year. She’s fast, inquisitive, smart and doesn’t vomit in cars, so on the whole, she’s a good dog (hopefully she’ll learn to control her urges to chase everything that moves, including squirrels, cats, foxes, sheep, deer and horses).

Having Maisy has taught me a few things, too. For example, I’ve come to the conclusion that SUVs (much like estates) are perfectly suited to life with a dog.

Being A Dog Dad Has Made Me Appreciate SUVs

For starters, you wouldn’t believe how much crap you need to take with you when you go on a mini break with a dog. There’s it’s crate, food, toys, blankets, towels and bowls, not to mention the dog itself, so by the time you’ve packed these things, you’re already running low on space…

And with the boot almost always reserved for Maisy, all of these things (above) get piled onto the rear seats. That’s why I’ve appreciated the Cupra Ateca more than I expected.

If you can tell me what's wrong this picture, i'll give you a cookie
If you can tell me what's wrong this picture, i'll give you a cookie

Its tall, large and airy boot means that Maisy is happy in the back, and the raised ride height has proven useful for the excursions we now go on together to the beach, hills and forests; one of the biggest benefits of dog ownership is the fact you explore your surroundings and beyond far more than being #foreveralone.

So while the Cupra may not be the last word in terms of refinement, it still a rapid, good looking and very dog friendly way of getting out and about.

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Comments

MFD 10

What’s wrong with the picture? Alex being able to reach the top of the boot lid to close it

07/22/2019 - 21:38 |
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That_1_Guy

the mistake in the picture is that u r manually opening an electric tailgate

07/22/2019 - 22:34 |
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Mr.Roberts

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07/23/2019 - 15:28 |
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hoardBoard12

SUV = No
Estate = Yes

07/25/2019 - 15:28 |
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BMWfan

Estates/Wagons are better because they handle a lot better, they’re faster and more economical (with the same engine), they’re more fun to drive (as a result), and arguably better looking. I’ve had an X5 and a 3 Series Touring and I can guarantee you wagon is the way to go.

07/26/2019 - 02:10 |
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BMWfan

The problem with the picture is you have your hand on the tailgate (looks like you’re trying to close it manually) when it’s electrically operated. Now I’m hungry and I’d like my cookie, please. 🍪

07/26/2019 - 02:11 |
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Anonymous

And that’s why I am a cat person
SUVs suck, estates are cool

07/26/2019 - 18:55 |
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alexthebest

I love greyhounds and have one myself called Freddie This is him in my e63 mag merc saloon

07/31/2019 - 16:45 |
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Anonymous

About the picture : Why are you stretching to close the trunk lid when there is a button that closes it for you?

09/18/2019 - 08:16 |
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