Hey there pet lovers and welcome to my post where we will check out my three best travel pet carriers to keep your family friends portable this year. As we know, traveling with pets necessitates much planning especially when you want to move them from A to B without injuring them or worse, freaking them out.
Hence one thing you will want to consider is selecting the good travel pet carrier. So to help you out I have had a bit of a look around and come up with three decent options below.
Let’s check them out…
My three recommended travel pet carriers
I will review these in more detail below. Still, if you want to get moving without all the carry-on, my recommended products are listed here for your convenience:
What are Travel Pet Carriers?
With a goal to keep your pet safe, a travel pet carrier is essentially a carry bag that is designed to hold and carry your furry little friend as you move around. The fabrics used are strong and washable and some brands provide carriers in a variety of sizes to accommodate different pet types such as dogs, cats and rabbits etc.
If you are flying, most are also designed to fit within Airline and TSA security guidelines and there are other types with wheels as well, which make going through the airport or parking lot more convenient.
Check out these: Pet Carrier Backpacks
What Should You Be Looking For?
The following factors should be considered as you look around for a good travel bag for your pet movement needs.
- Style
- Size
- Portability
- Ease of cleaning
- Pockets
- Additions
Style
This probably goes without saying but the carrier you choose depends on your preferences, the size of your pet and the nature of your trip. Firstly as above, if you plan on flying look for pet carriers permitted by airlines in terms of size and hygiene requirements (ansd that they allow pets at all of course).
From here, the different kinds of travel pet carriers available are listed below:
- Soft-sided: These carriers are well-known because they are lightweight and portable. When not in use, you can store them with much ease and many of the best airline-certified dog carriers today are soft-sided, allowing them to slip under the seat.
- Hard-sided: If you need durability, then the hard-sided travel carrier could be the right one for you – especially if airline regulations stipulate that the pet that has to go in an airplane’s cargo hold. These carriers offer more protection for your pet, especially dogs, and make cleaning easier.
- Wearable: A wearable carrier for pets is similar to a baby carrier or backpack in that it may be worn on your front or back. Pet carriers like these not only let you keep your pet near to you, but they also free up your hands. Just make sure that you and your pet are both comfortable and secure in this type of carrier.
Check out these: TSA Approved Pet Carriers
Size
We touched in this in the previous section but when selecting a pet carrier, consider your pet’s weight, length, width, and height. It is a no-brainer to know that the carrier should be big enough for animals to stretch out, move about, and turn around.
If you choose a hard-sided carrier, give your pet a few more inches of height and movement space than you would in a soft-sided, expandable carrier. Consider adding three to four inches to their shoulder height with a soft-sided carrier or five to six inches with a hard-sided carrier.
Portability
A good pet carrier will be one that is simple to transfer and easy to carry. If you will be flying with your pet frequently, it is critical that you be able to transport them through the airport comfortably.
However if are travelling with your pet in a car and want to keep your dog secure in a carrier, portability may not be as crucial if you won’t be carrying or moving it frequently.
Check out these: Tips for travelling with a pet in a car
Ease of cleaning
When it comes to cleaning, hard-sided cases are typically the easiest as you can simply wipe them down. If you choose a wearable or soft-sided carrier, getting one that is machine washable will make your life easier since pets (especially dogs) will inevitably make a mess at some point.
Even if the carrier isn’t machine washable, some come with removable and washable pads that are easy to clean.
Pockets
Extra pockets are especially useful if you are not traveling with your dog’s travel backpack. Soft-sided cases may contain one or two pockets, whereas backpack carriers may have additional storage.
If you plan to use a wearable carrier to trek with your pets, the compartments will allow you to keep items such as a leash, toys, water bottles and portable dog bowls as well.
Additions
Other potential additions include:
- Removable pads: These items make the travel pet carrier easy to clean.
- Inside leash: This accessory allows your pet to stay in place while inside the pet carrier.
- Padded shoulder strap: This item makes the carrier more portable when you need to carry it on your shoulders.
My three Best pet travel carrier Options broken down
So based on the information above and my own experience, I recommend the following options:
1. Henkelion Pet Carrier
If you prefer a soft-sided carrier popular among pet parents, then my first recommendation is perfect for you. Considered to be one of the best, this item provides comfort and protection all the while making for ease of storage as well. See its specifications below:
- Brand: Henkelion
- Type: Soft-sided pet travel pet carrier
- Material: Polyester
- Weight: 0.65 pounds
- Dimensions: 17 x 11 x 11 inches
Other inclusions:
- 3-layer cozy mat
- Safety leash
- Mesh sides
- Sturdy hooks
- Padded shoulder pad
Why have I chosen it?
This device is an airline-approved carrier and available in various colors. The carrier is made of polyester, has breathing mesh sides to keep your pet comfortable while traveling and can accommodate your medium cats or small to medium sized dogs. The medium size measures 17″ x 11″ x 11″ and is suitable for pets weighing up to 15 pounds, while the larger version measures 20″ x 13″ x 13″ and is suitable for pets weighing up to 25 pounds.
It also comes with a three-sided entrance, which gives you a variety of options for adding or releasing your pet and includes a removable and washable fleece as well.
2. Petseek Soft Sided Folding Pet Carrier
Next on my list is another soft-sided, easy-to-store pet carrier that is durable enough to hold medium to large cats or medium-sized dogs. To ensure the complete safety of your pets, this brand has a more-than-one access point as well. See its specifications below:
- Brand: Petseek
- Type: Soft-sided pet travel pet carrier
- Material: Polyester
- Weight: 6.39 pounds
- Dimensions: 24 x 16.5 x 16 inches
Other inclusions:
- Metallic support
- Car seatbelt loops
- Mesh sides for ventilation
- Foldable construction
Why have I chosen this?
The dimension of this product is roomy enough to carry two cats and has three entrances that help you easily access your pet, regardless of the situation. Its metallic structure is sturdier than standard plastics and is collapsible too, making the pet carrier an excellent space-saver.
You can also confidently place your pet inside your car with the included seatbelt loops too.
3. Katziela Pet Carrier
My last product has high-quality characteristics with a removable wheeled base for easy pet transport while being airline compliant. Its incorporated handles and shoulder strap allow you to convert it to a tote or shoulder bag as needed as well. See its specifications below:
- Brand: Katziela
- Type: Soft-sided pet travel pet carrier
- Material: Polyester
- Weight: 8.5 pounds
- Dimensions: 19 x 13 x 15 inches
Other inclusions:
- TSA approved
- Telescopic handle
- Mesh panels
- Removable wheels
- Removable fleece bed
- Name tag
- Seatbelt straps
Why have I chosen it?
The big mesh panels on the top and sides of the carrier efficiently provide lots of ventilation and visibility with a name tag that displays your animal friend’s critical information for your pet’s protection.
It has a telescoping handle that allows you to navigate the carrier across congested terminals easily with additional pockets that are handy for storing leashes, bowls, and other pet needs.
Conclusion
There you have it, my three best pet carriers for travel this year. I would be pleased to know how this article helped you, and as usual, let me know of your experiences with them.
Also, please do not hesitate to comment below if you have any questions, concerns, or corrections or would like me to check anything else out for you.
Until next time.
Have fun
Paul
