Why it's important to select the correct vehicle and tyre size

Vehicle

There are a surprising number of vehicles that cannot use traditional snowchains, the types that put chain on the inside of the wheel as well as on the tread. This is usually because there is not enough space between the wheels and the shock absorbers; this can be a problem for ordinary SUVs and 4x4s as well as for high performance cars.

You will find this important information in your car handbook - please check this before using your snowchains! Our database is intended to do the basic work for you but, with so many new vehicles and tyre sizes, it should only ever be treated as a guide.

Tyre size

Please also check your tyre size - if you buy incorrectly-sized chains they will be either too tight or too loose.

Ladder track chains

The good news is that car handbooks usually only refer to "traditional snowchains". Ladder track chains such as the Polaire GRIP and Spikes-Spider range only put chain over the tyre tread, so are not subject to these restrictions. They are also ideal for use on rear wheel drives where there is minimal space between the top of the wheel and the wheel arch.

Dog Bag pet carrier accessories

The Dog Bag pet carriers accessories range includes a variety of dog accessories designed to use with your Dog Bag, including an assortment of kits to deal with whatever weather is thrown at you. The 'Home Comfort' pet accessories range features special beds, mats and mattresses that are robust and beautifully made with fully fabric taped and double sewn seams, in silver and black ‘High Density Fabric’.

Dog Bag pet carrier North Pole Set accessory

Dog Bag: North Pole Set

from £34.95

The North Pole Set protects your dog from the elements when it is outside in the Dog Bag and includes various useful accessories: Tent pegs, Insulated sides, Quilted insulated liner.

Dog Bag North Pole Set 'Medium' Dog Bag North Pole Set 'Large'

Dog Bag pet carrier Open Air Kit accessory

Dog Bag: Open Air Kit

from £9.95

The Open Air Kit is designed to be used with the Dog Bag pet carrier to give your dog even more shade and protection from the sun and showers.

Open Air Kit 'Large'

Dog Bag: Quilted Liner

£29.95

This hardwearing PVC liner attaches to the Velcro fixings inside the Dog Bag to protect it from muddy paws. Any dirt is kept inside the liner instead of in your car and Dog Bag It can easily be wiped off after use.

Dog Bag Quilted Liner 'Large'

Dog Bag: Dog Mat

from £19.95

The Dog Mat is made from high quality 1800 denier ballistic nylon.

The Dog Mat is designed to fit three applications. The home, the kennel, and the inside of the Dog Bag. Dog Mat 'Large' will ONLY fit Dog Bag 'Large' for example.

Dog Mat 'Large'

Dog Deep Mattresses by Dog Bag

Dog Bag: Dog Deep Mattress

from £19.95

The Deep Mattress for Dogs has a removable hardwearing cover that can be washed or just brushed clean. Its hollow fibre filling is covered in an allergy-proof cotton fabric.

The Deep Mattress is designed to fit three applications. The home, the kennel, and the inside of the Dog Bag. Dog Mattress 'Small' will fit Dog Bag 'Small' for example.

Deep Mattress 'Small' Deep Mattress 'Medium' Deep Mattress 'Large'

Dog Beds by Dog Bag

Dog Bag: Dog Bed

The Dog Bed has softly padded back and sides but still allows the dog to stretch out. Whether used on its own, or inside the Dog Bag to give a firmer base, it is sure to become a favourite resting place.

The Dog Bed is designed to fit three applications. The home, the kennel, and the inside of the Dog Bag. Dog Bed 'Small' will fit Dog Bag 'Small' for example.

Dog Bed 'Small' Dog Bed 'Medium' Dog Bed 'Large'

Dog Jackets by Dog Bag

Dog Bag: Dog Jacket

from £15.95

The Dog Jacket is made with the same ‘High Density’ silver and black fabric as the Dog Bag. Padded for your pets comfort. It comes in 3 sizes, measured from the bottom of the dog's neck, to the front of it's tail.

Dog Jacket 35cm Dog Jacket 45cm Dog Jacket 50cm