[elevatorman]

This would work for you. Just add a piece of carpet and a rail in the rear. Then you can also flip it up for a 4 person cart. BEST 4 Pass Flip Rear Seat Conv Kit Golf Cart EZGO Club | eBay I think if you show any cart shop a picture of this they will have something that will do.

[CalcTeacher]

Originally Posted by elevatorman

This would work for you. Just add a piece of carpet and a rail in the rear. Then you can also flip it up for a 4 person cart. BEST 4 Pass Flip Rear Seat Conv Kit Golf Cart EZGO Club | eBay I think if you show any cart shop a picture of this they will have something that will do.

Yes, someone else had suggested the same thing...but because my dog is a Saint Bernard, I'm fearful the leap up might be too much. But I'm looking at all options, so thanks so much!

[kbace6]

Originally Posted by CalcTeacher

My husband and I will be moving to The Villages next summer. We have a Saint Bernard who will be making the move with us. We would like to be able to transport him in our golf cart (we have not purchased a cart yet, but we know that we will).

We really can't imagine him riding comfortably on the seat and would prefer to have some sort of trailer to put his crate on that we can pull behind us.

Has anyone else ever done this? We know it sounds sort of strange, but he is a gentle giant and the son we never had (hahaha...we have 3 daughters).

We would just like to be able to take him safely and comfortably with us in our cart from time to time. Thanks for your input/advice!

GEM cars have many different options for such a thing. Try something like this out.

2012 GEM eL Electric Utility Vehicle : Overview

[CalcTeacher]

kbace6: This is EXACTLY what we're looking for! Thanks!

[Bambi]

I had a small hitch put on my golf cart on the farm. I used a small garden trailer to take hay and feed to the horses in the front pasture. Worked great.

[kbace6]

Originally Posted by CalcTeacher

kbace6: This is EXACTLY what we're looking for! Thanks!

I have been looking for a deal on one myself. I think they are an excellent choice for TV.

[40chevyguy]

If a trailer is used, does it need some sort of license?

[GatorFan]

Gem cars are automobiles and have to be registered and carry auto insurance. Not inexpensive.

[Challenger]

I don't think this would be a great idea on the diamond lanes and multimodal paths in TV.

[rubicon]

i am not certain if the motor vheicle laws address this issue but it would seem very unsafe to have a golf cart pull a trailer especially going through tunnels, etc.

[renrod]

Yesteryear makes a very nice looking pickup truck. Has a bed, I've seen them with a cover like the old Conestoga Wagons. Here's one
Yesteryear 2007 Golf Cart Classic

Get your check book out.

[pqrstar]

I agree with Rubicon about driving through the tunnels.

Most have 90 degree turns upon entering and exiting which are very tight.

I suggest you try exploring about first with a regular golf cart on the multimodal paths before you decide what you would like to purchase.

[Xavier]

Originally Posted by l2ridehd

I would buy a regular golf cart and then modify the rear area with an extra large floor board area. Maybe just a piece of plywood painted the same color as the cart and bolted to the rear floor area where the golf bags usually sit. Something that you could also enclose with a small fence/rope to keep him there while traveling. Figure out how many square feet he needs, then look at this type modification to that area of the cart. I think you could do it so it looked good, worked out for golf as well and regular use. Maybe hinge it in the middle so it folds up out of the way when not needed.

You may have to put a counter-ballast on the front of the cart - otherwise, with that kind of weight in the back, your front wheels may be off the ground. What a picture! No matter where you go you'd have to carry 15 gallon waste bags to take care of the dog's business. Just kidding! Good luck with your project. What a neat idea. I just love other dog lovers.

Xavier

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by l2ridehd

I would buy a regular golf cart and then modify the rear area with an extra large floor board area. Maybe just a piece of plywood painted the same color as the cart and bolted to the rear floor area where the golf bags usually sit. Something that you could also enclose with a small fence/rope to keep him there while traveling. Figure out how many square feet he needs, then look at this type modification to that area of the cart. I think you could do it so it looked good, worked out for golf as well and regular use. Maybe hinge it in the middle so it folds up out of the way when not needed.

I think the trailer idea sounds unsafe, as some of the multi modal paths have sharp turns. 12ridehd's idea is excellent. His suggestion would mean the dog could safely be in the golf cart with his humans, and it wouldn't require a big jump up for the dog.