Many pets enjoy riding along in the car, but that joy can often leave a mess in the interior. On this As Seen on TV, we'll try out the Pet Rider, which promises protection when your pet is onboard.

The Pet Rider fits on a rear bench seat of a vehicle but can also lay flat in the back on a van or SUV for larger pets.

When unfolding the Pet Rider, it has adjustable straps that hook around the back head rests along with slots for seat belts to slip through so children can continue to ride in the back of the car with the pet if they so choose.

If the pet has an accident or gets sick on the mat, it wipes right up. Rather than it running down to the floor, it pools on the seat where it can be wiped it up.

The Pet Rider also claims to be claw and paw resistant. After some tests with a Phillips screw driver, it definitely proved that.

The Pet Rider can be pulled out, shook with ease and folded back up for the next use. It is also machine washable.

However, it cannot be put in the dryer as it will melt.

The pet rider worked well and could also be used for young children who have a tendency to toss food around and spill things.

We give it the thumbs up. The Pet Rider is $15 at Walgreens.

For more information on the Pet Rider, click here.

On the next As Seen on TV, we'll try out Pajama Jeans.