Are you having a dog and sick of unfortunate weather that can affect its health? Don’t worry! However, your Tesla does care for you and your pet as well. Tesla dog mode is designed to keep your dog safe in your absence, where the dog owners are aware of the dilemma of leaving the dogs in the car for a specific time.

What is Tesla Dog Mode

The dog mode allows the driver to adjust the range of temperature to make the interior more comfortable, till the pet waits inside it. It is the climate control system of the Tesla. Whereas it allows the driver to leave the dog in the car for a particular amount of time. The driver can also monitor the car’s cabin through the Tesla app.

The Tesla dog mode will allow you to leave your dog without getting worried about too hot or cold temperatures. From the mobile app here you can also see the cabin through mounted cameras and check up on your pet to make sure everything is fine no matter how far you are from your vehicle. The dog mode also shows the written message that the dog’s owner will be back soon on the central screen of Tesla and it shows the interior temperature, so the onlookers don’t become anxious.

What Models Of Tesla Could Access Dog Mode?

If you buying a Tesla or have a dream of buying one you should be aware of what models have this Mode. Tesla Model X, Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model 3, and Tesla Model S only consist of this dog mode feature. Whereas the Tesla Roadster original also did not have the dog mode.

How To Access Tesla Dog Mode

To access the Dog mode on your Tesla follow the instructions.

• To access the climate control option tap on the fan icon.
• Now toggle on the Dog option from the settings menu.

You are done from your side as dog mode is activated, it will automatically switch off when you are back in your driving seat. This Tesla dog mode will remain on until you start driving. It could be only activated when the car is parked. Dog mode could be activated through verbal commands Turns off/on the dog mode.

Tesla does have many standard features. The Tesla central screen could be visible to any passerby. The display on the central screen is viewable and displays the cabin’s temperature in digits and shows the dog mode is on and you will be returning to the car soon.

 Does Low Tesla Battery Affect Dog Mode?

A 20% charge is necessary to access dog mode. It could not be accessible when Tesla is out of battery and it will turn off if your car’s battery runs out of charge. You will get a notification on your Tesla app when the car’s battery drops below 20 percent that does come back to your car and check on your pet.

How Long Can You Leave The Tesla Dog Mode On?

The dog mode will remain on until your Tesla runs out of the charge. The Tesla battery directly supplies the power to the air conditioning and heater however the climate control system consumes more energy. The amount of battery consumption and time the vehicle could remain in dog mode depends on the outdoor temperature to maintain the cabin’s atmosphere. The estimated average is that your vehicle consumes about 4 miles for an hour in dog mode which could not remain the same as it could differ depending on your Tesla model, Tesla battery life, outdoor temperature, and the use of climate control.

FAQs

Q. Is dog mode illegal by any chance?

The dog mode isn’t illegal anywhere but some states are more concerned and have strict laws for leaving pets inside the vehicle. The owner could be punished for this act or could be fined.

Q. What are the drawbacks of Tesla dog mode?

When the dog mode is on, you cannot enable sentry mode at the same time since it is also possible your dog could be the reason for sentry alerts. A concerned person could not act normal and try to save a pet by damaging the window. 

Q. What is Tesla camp mode?

The camp mode of Tesla allows you to go camping in your EV. It maintains the temperature, interior lighting, airflow, and especially the music according to the taste. You can also use the Tesla theatre in it.

Final Words

I can understand, the attachment to pets is worth its weight in gold. Unfortunately, society doesn’t accept this as you cannot take your dog to supermarkets, institutes, or some appropriate places but the Tesla does. Tesla dog mode is designed to even provide comfort to your dog in your absence.