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Don’t leave Fido at home this year.
Instead, invest in a safe, durable and trendy pet carrier to take your cat, dog or other small furry friend on the go with you.
Before you leave, check with your airline or bus company to see their pet policy, but many allow fuzzy companions to come along, so long as the carriers and crate they are traveling in comply with safety standards.
Many of those standards include having either a hard or soft-sided carrier, proper ventilation and of course, enough room for your pup or kitty to sit comfortably under the seat, on a lap or next to you.
We would hate for your pet to miss out on summer vacations and adventures, so we rounded up the best carriers and travel bags for pets that will suit your 2023 travel needs and beyond.
Caraa
Take your pup or cat on the go with Caraa. This bag is TSA-approved as an airline-friendly bag and can hold pets up to 18 pounds. It comes with a luggage sleeve to slip over your bag and can be fully collapsed when not in use.
Wild One
Take your wild one on an adventure this summer. The Travel Carrier from Wild One is a great way to make sure your pet is safe and also has a place to stretch and play when safe to do so, with the zippered wall that expands into a mat.
Kenneth Cole
Hands full? No matter, with this pet carrier backpack from Kenneth Cole. The trendy backpack comes with a front zipper as well as a zipper on either side, expanding to let your pet hop in and out comfortably while keeping them safe when zipped up and on the move.
Chewy
Beep, beep — there’s a pup on the move! This carrier bag is great for dogs and cats, as it is comfy and lined with sherpa padding that pets love. The best part is that it’s designed with wheels, plus a long handle allowing you to pull your pup and not strain or struggle.
Amazon
For a hard-sided crate, look no further than Amazon Basics. This crate is great for car trips, as the hard sides will protect your animal from any other luggage or kicks from passengers, while also keeping food and water bowls protected on the journey.
Fable Pets
This isn’t a myth — stylish pet bags do exist. This one is a great option for smaller animals, as the shoulder bag can hold dogs and cats up to 15 pounds. The bag is designed for day trips where animals are allowed, or even a walk to and from the park when the weather gets too hot for them to trot.
Roverlund
Out of office and on vacation. This bag is a great way to travel safely with your pet, as it is TSA-approved and airline complaint. It comes in two sizes, for animals up to 25 pounds in the larger size.
Away
Go away for the weekend and bring your pets with this nifty carrier. The Away Pet Carrier is made of a water-resistant nylon fabric for easy cleaning and comes with a suitcase sleeve to slip over your own Away suitcase when traveling.
Amazon
Go for a piggy back ride — or I guess a doggy back ride? This backpack is for the adventurous pets and owners out there, made to carry a dog up to 30 pounds in the largest size.
Amazon
Transport your cat-tronaut to outer-space and back in this adorable bubble backpack. The backpack comes in an array of fun colors and can hold feline friends up to 10 pounds.
Paravel
Travel in real style and class with this luxe pet carrier complete with a monogram. Choose to use your initials or your furry friends, embroidered onto the Ecocraft Canvas bag, made of recycled bottles.
Petco
We know you feel anything but neutral about your beloved pet, but boy to neutrals look good on them! This beige carrier from Petco comes with a shoulder strap and two handles for an easy carry, plush mesh sides so you can see your pup or kitten with ease.
Land’s End
Get literal with it or mix it up — the options for personalization are endless at Land’s End. This pet carrier is super cute, made of canvas and able to be customized with your pup’s name or a funny phrase.
Target
Here, kitty kitty. This black and white cat carrier is a perfect one for taking your new kitten home from the shelter with or for those pesky vet appointments. It pops up into a full-sized carrier, but then folds down into almost nothing when time to store it away.
15. Dog Carrier Backpack, $33, original price: $46
Amazon
Okay this is the cutest thing we’ve seen. Treat your pup like your baby (because they totally are) and wear them like a newborn in a front-facing backpack. There’s room for their arms and legs to poke out, along with mesh pockets for treats and toys.
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The 11 best pet carriers for 2023 travels
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