Die besten Hundeanhäger 2023 🐕🐶 der große Überblick

Overview

The video compares five dog trailers: Croozer Mikke, Dogbus M, Petego Comfort Wagon M, Burley Bark Ranger XL, and Thule Courier. The reviewers do not give formal ratings or scores.

Trailer Reviews

Croozer Mikke

• Payload: 45 kg for the medium model; the small model is rated for 35 kg. The large model is bigger but has no higher payload.
• Price: Slightly over €1,000.
• Ride and handling: The redesigned model’s standout feature is its AirPad suspension, which the reviewers say smooths the ride for both the dog and the towing bicycle. It felt stable and rolled well on gravel and asphalt, including at higher speeds.
• Features: Strong build quality, sturdy zippers, magnetic flaps instead of hair-catching Velcro, a bright light, and a lockable hitch with an improved locking mechanism. It comes in two subdued colors across all sizes. Optional accessories include a buggy kit, storage compartment, rain cover, and protective cover.
• Drawbacks: The new entry mechanism may require two hands, unlike the previous model. One reviewer experienced a faulty or troublesome handbrake, though another noted that replacement parts are available. The flag can be expensive, but a broken pole may be repairable.
• Verdict: The reviewers’ top choice for ride comfort, handling, and quality.

Dogbus M

• Price: Starts at about €299.
• Payload and weight: 40 kg payload; approximately 12.7 kg.
• Features: An aluminum base plate, a simple spring-loaded parking brake on both sides, and a bright color that helps with visibility. A top flap lets a dog look out, which the reviewers say dogs often enjoy.
• Practicality: Compact and light when folded, making it convenient for motorhome trips. Accessories include a rain cover, stroller/jogging kit, and joint-friendly mat.
• Additional use: The Dogbus and Petego trailers can also be used as cargo trailers for shopping.

Petego Comfort Wagon M

• Price: The range starts at about €399.
• Payload: 40 kg.
• Features and design: An older design that remains available alongside the Dogbus. It has a plastic base instead of aluminum, no parking brake, and a somewhat narrower body. Its suspension feels firmer.
• Long-term use: One reviewer has used it for years, including on rough terrain, and found it durable and practical for motorhome travel. Folding is quick and easy. Replacing the original narrow tires with wider, better-quality tires improved handling; the owner also modified the coupling.
• Trade-offs: A comparatively basic, lower-cost trailer. Its coupling was considered inferior to those on the more expensive models. The Dogbus has the more useful braking system and aluminum base.

Burley Bark Ranger XL

• Price: Around €600.
• Payload and weight: 45 kg payload; roughly 20 kg, which the reviewers describe as relatively heavy.
• Features: Spacious interior, aluminum frame, 20-inch wide tires, and an especially easy one-handed folding mechanism. The reviewers found that it rolled well. A buggy kit is included for walking or jogging, though its appearance was considered unusual.
• Adjustability and accessories: Ventilation openings can be opened or closed, and the front opening can be adjusted. Optional bags, a rain cover, and a dog bed are available. Parts and accessories can be sourced individually.
• Drawbacks: The finish was judged below the Croozer’s, and the drawbar fitting and rear alignment can be fiddly. The plastic handbrake works, but the reviewers noted a possible sticking issue with its pin-style mechanism. The trailer is also heavy.
• Verdict: A capable, spacious mid-priced option with excellent folding, but less refined and heavier than the best alternatives.

Thule Courier

• Price: About €799.
• Design: A three-in-one trailer for children, dogs, and cargo. The child seat folds down to create a flat floor. The dog-specific dock kit is optional; the rain cover, light, flag, and two-wheel buggy kit are included.
• Features: The buggy wheels stow on the trailer, so they are always available. The handle is adjustable, build quality was praised, and Thule replacement parts and accessories are broadly available. It can carry two children.
• Drawbacks: It has no suspension. The hitch can be awkward to fit on some bikes, particularly when a kickstand limits clearance. The handbrake works but is awkward to reach. Most importantly for dog use, the reviewers found the enclosed transparent side panels poorly ventilated: with the front closed, the interior can quickly become hot and fog up.
• Verdict: A well-made, versatile all-rounder, but not the best specialist dog trailer—especially in warm weather or when suspension is a priority.

General Advice and Recommendations

The presenters stress that a trailer is not just for lazy or unwell dogs. It lets dogs rest during longer rides and can help prevent overexertion, paw wear, and joint strain. This is especially important on e-bike rides, long distances, and hot asphalt.

They recommend giving dogs breaks to sniff, drink, and walk at their own pace, rather than expecting them to run alongside a bicycle for an entire tour.

Choose the:

• Croozer Mikke for premium ride comfort and handling.
• Dogbus M for a compact, lightweight, lower-cost option.
• Burley Bark Ranger XL for space and easy folding.
• Thule Courier when versatility for children, dogs, and cargo matters more than suspension and dedicated dog ventilation.

Presenter Perspectives

• One presenter clearly favored the Croozer, citing its new suspension, stability, and smooth towing.
• The other also liked the Burley Bark Ranger, particularly its folding mechanism and available accessories, but found it heavy.
• The presenters considered the Thule Courier useful for families needing one trailer for several purposes, while emphasizing its lack of suspension and ventilation limitations for dogs.
• A presenter with long-term experience using the Petego Comfort Wagon valued its compact size, light weight, and durability, especially for motorhome trips.