If you've just welcomed a new pup into your home, one of the best investments you can make is vinyl floor matting for your car. Here are just three ways vinyl car mats will help you when it comes to driving your dog around on errands or to the park.

1. They make cleaning a breeze

First and foremost, the biggest benefit of vinyl car mats for dog owners is easier cleaning. Keeping your car clean and tidy can be difficult at the best of times, but when you have your dog in the car with you, it becomes even more difficult. From muddy paws to drool to treat crumbs, dogs seem to leave endless mess and grime behind after a car ride, and scrubbing that dirt out of your car's carpeting can be a very time-consuming job. Vinyl car mats, on the other hand, wipe clean in just seconds. Since they're non-absorbent, they never allow mud, moisture or any other dirt to soak in; as such, even if you don't have time to clean your car often, it will still be a breeze when you get round to it.

2. They prevent pet odours

Alongside mess and dirt, dogs also bring odours into your car. All dogs have a natural pet smell, and while you may not notice it on a daily basis, it becomes a lot stronger in the confined space of a vehicle. That odour can become even worse on rainy days when your dog gets well, and if you happen to have a pooch that throws up or pees on the carpet, you're in for a serious headache trying to remove that smell. The key issue is that carpeted car flooring is permeable, allowing odours to get trapped inside and making it more difficult to remove them. With vinyl car mats, on the other hand, you don't need to worry about smells sinking into your car. A thorough wipe-clean or a quick toss in the washing machine rids your car of any puppy odours right away.

3. They keep your dog secure

Did you know that vinyl car mats can also benefit your dog just as much as they benefit you? Primarily, they do a great job of keeping your dog secure. While it's generally best to keep your dog strapped into a pet car seat when you're driving, if you're like many pet owners, you know that many pups refuse to stay in them. If you have a dog that likes to sit on the floor of the backseat or passenger's seat while you're driving, vinyl car mats are a must. Their anti-skid surface will keep your dog firmly in place when you speed up or take sharp corners, eliminating the risk of injury and making the whole drive more pleasant for your furry friend.