petisfam Top Load Cat Carrier Bag for Medium Cats and Small Dogs. Airline Approved, Collapsible, Escape Proof and Auto-Safe. Easy to get cat in and Make Vet Visit Less Stressful

I have a very large cat. In fact, when he’s sleeping in a fully stretched position he’s longer than the cage by an inch. Due to COVID, airlines are not transporting pets as cargo, so my only option during an international move was to try to carry on my cat. This cage has a couple of rods at the top that give it rigidity, but make it kind of a solid box in practice. For airline travel, remove those. They are on the inside, you should feel them. There are holes on the fabric by the end of the rods, just push them through there. This will allow the carrier to collapse a little and fit under an airplane seat (which have irregular shapes). I flew in a Delta 737-900ER, on main cabin, right window seat. This carrier has the maximum dimensions allowed by Delta, but still, the dimensions for all under-seat areas of their aircrafts are smaller in one way or another. This is why they strongly recommend (almost require?) a soft sided carrier. Without the rods I was able to compact the app of the carrier to fit under the seat. The downside is that it’s very awkward to handle, because it collapses when you try to use the shoulder strap without the rods. You have to use the handles. With a 16lbs cat through JFK I got a solid trapezoid workout right there… My large cat? He was fine -when he gets scared he curls into a very small shape anyway, like any cat. They get into kind of a ball shape and become a little taller and wider, but much shorter. The height of the carrier really helps with this. In the end, I think going on the carry on and being supervised was the best thing to do for my cat. He looked comfortable in the carrier, but stressed by the situation. Do talk to your veterinarian about some medication to relax your cat. This was very very important. Without that I wouldn’t have been able to handle him through security, and knowing him, he would have been traumatized by the flight and the move. I’ve been through a move before and it took two days for him to come out of hiding. With that medication, all of this happened and he didn’t even care. He was exploring by night one.

The only problem I’m having is the shoulder strap does not stay attached and if you’re not using the handles, it could be dangerous.

Best way to get your animal into its carrier-through the top! Pushing any animal head first into a confined space can be a war and scary for the animal. I used to have to break down the crate carrier to put my cat into it and then try yo put it back together while keeping my cat inside-almost impossible. Put a treat in the carrier and load them in through the top, zip and away! Sturdy enough my kittens sleep on the top of it without it collapsing.

This is a perfect carrier for cats that are very used to carriers. My kitty is not, she was rescued from a truck parking lot so she was partially a feral cat. But, we have two other cats who just love this carrier. When I first got it they would go in and lay down for a nap. They love it. The zippers are very secure and provide just the enclosure and safety needed for a trip to the vet. It also has a very nice pad for the travelers which helps a lot to calm nerves if they are at all apprehensive. There is quality built into this carrier as well as comfort. It definitely has my recommendation!

I am traveling with my cat and it’s very specious for what it does, and for how we are traveling. Wanted something sturdy, safe, and something that fits the requirements for southwest. Flying on the 737-700 and the 737-Max 8. The carrier fit on both. No issues. Southwest is short on leg room so it’s a sacrifice on your comfort but you get your furbaby to travel safely.

When flying it is very important to have a lot of area open for the pups to get air. This has the perfect amount of space for my dog, purse, iPad, snacks and fits under the seat of the plane. Winnie loves it. I have already ordered a second one of the same carrier incase I need another one if she chews up the zipper or somehow ruins this one. I love the pink and the sparkle of this carrier!

Bought and trashed 3 carriers before I found this one! There are 3 ways to get your pet into this carrier--both ends and top. All unzip for ease of use. Sturdy sides and reinforced bottom keeps pet secure. Large enough for a very large cat or smaller dog. My kitty weighs 14 # and there is a lot of leftover room. Shoulder strap or shorter handles make this carrier perfect. I leave ends open and carrier on the floor and my cat actually plays in this tunnel, so she isnt afraid when I put her in it for traveling. I LOVE IT!!

Great for trips to vet or car outings. Would recommend for cat no heavier than 12 pounds

We have an elderly cat, and until now we had an even more elderly cat carrier. On Malice’s last trip to the vet, I realized we needed to upgrade. This is nice, with plenty of ways to see out. Zippers on the top and end to get her in and out.

Arrived quickly. Great size. Both my cats individually checked it out and hung around in it for a while. I’d call that a win!