BurgeonNest Side-Expandable Pet Travel Carrier by Airplane Approved Under Seat Carrier for Small Dogs and Cats, Lightweight Soft-Sided Puppy Purse, 17.7x11x11 Inchs Up to 16lbs

Best. Carrier. Ever.
I’ve been to several pet stores over the years, and let me start by saying that this carrier is better than any carrier I’ve seen or contemplated getting. Things that are important to me are style, functionality, QUALITY, how much space there is, and above all else, comfort. This pet carrier checks all of those boxes. It’s soft on the inside, but the cover is also removable, so you can wash it if your animal soils it. It’s very roomy (depending on the size of your animal), the quality of the carrier is unmatched, and there are several zippers for easy access in and out of the carrier. If you’re thinking of buying a carrier, I STRONGLY suggest this one!

Sturdy, roomy carrier for cat or small dog!
It was time for a new cat carrier I’m so glad we chose this one! For reference, our cat is approximately 10 or 11 lbs and small boned, although she thinks she’s the size of a lion lol.😊We chose black and it showed up the same color as the photo.The carrier seems well made and has more room than I expected. It keeps them safe and cozy, but without giving them a closed in feeling with the space and all the mesh that allows them to see 360° of their surroundings (if I had to ride in a carrier I would definitely prefer being able to see!).There are two sets of zippers. One that opens up the entire carrier and then zippers at each end that allows you to open partially, for those furry family that like to stick their head out, ot all the way for those that like to climb in that way. The only downside is the zippers stick a little bit, but they might get better with use or a bit of zipper lubricant (they make lubricants, but you can also use bar soap, candle wax and a few other things, but since this is for furry family I would stick to something non-toxic and gentle).It comes with a removable folded pad that folds in half into the bottom and helps it keep it’s shape. One side is fuzzy and cozy and the other side looks to be water resistant nylon (it may be waterproof, but I didn’t test it as we normally put a pad inside).The handles are sturdy and it comes with a shoulder strap with a padded area too and there’s feet on the bottom so it’s sturdy when set down. It also has no smell that I noticed.I really liked the mesh on the carrier as it’s coated in rubber or some type of water resistant or waterproof coating that should help with wear and tear and cleaning.It comes folded up and it’s just as easy to unzip it, fold it back down and put back in the bag for storage so it doesn’t take up much space.We have a senior cat (15+) that has been very healthy throughout her life and we’d like to keep her very comfortable as we keep her that way! The whole family checked it out immediately upon opening (she’s our baby, and she baby’s all of us too) and we all approved, while hoping she’ll need it as little as possible for vet visits and the occasional trip.

The bag is bigger than pictured.
The photo is deceiving. The bag is bigger than pictured.

It’s actually very big
I’m taking a flight and bringing my 4.5 pound dog- which is why I got this. I definitely looked at the measurements prior to ordering, and this arrived exactly as advertised. I swear, though, our perception as weirdo humans is WAY off! Cos yeah, this is HUGE for such a tiny dog!It’s apparently ‘airline approved’, but I think based on convenience, I’ll likely have to acquire a different, smaller carrier for my little girl. I’ll still use this for other things- and I LOVE the tons of ventilation, that there’s a zipped pocket in which to put dog stuff (poop bags, a leash, etc).As well, this bag offers entry/exit from EITHER end- or, via the top! I’d say this bag would be best suited for a cat, or a dog who is 8-12 pounds. It’s pretty great, and I recommend it.