When choosing a pet carrier, keep in mind that it should be stable enough so that your pet would not be moving and jiggling around inside too much. This could cause injury to your pets. Another thing to remember is comfort. You must make sure that your pet is comfortable inside the carrier.

You should be comfortable with the carrier as well.

For smaller and lighter pets, we recommend a pooch pouch that is both beautiful and functional. I recently purchased a pooch pouch that was made of Cordura Nylon for the outside, while the inside was made of soft thick fleece. Faux fur interior materials are also available. It serves not only as a pet carrier, but a portable dog bed as well! It also acts as a pet sherpa or faux fur mat if you turn it inside out, and will protect your pet from hard surfaces.

The carrier also comes with a series of Velcro straps that instantly attaches to your car seat, making car travel convenient and safe for your pet. The Velcro straps attach the carrier to both the car seat and the seatbelt, doubling your dog’s protection.

The Velcro strap also enables you to carry your pet on your shoulder when you are shopping, biking, or visiting the vet.

As for pet owners, aching shoulders can be avoided since the shoulder strap also has a matching faux fur or sherpa lining.

For bigger pets, however, you should forget about having to carry them to wherever you go. Opt for a sturdy pet carrier that is made of hard plastic. You could opt for something that has a soft lining inside, but sturdiness is the biggest factor you should look into. You should also consider something with wheels if you plan to do a lot of walking with a heavy pet.

Lastly, choose an airline-approved pet carrier. While different airlines have different requirements for pet carriers, it is always handy to know your pet carrier’s dimensions are so that you would be sure your carrier will be allowed on board, saving you the hassle of having to buy overpriced and ugly pet carriers that a lot of airlines provide. The general rule is that smaller pets may be allowed on board using a tote pet carrier, but larger animals (usually those over 23 pounds) need pet carriers that are water-resistant, soft-sided and with enough ventilation on more than two sides.