Cat Backpack Carrier Expandable, Pet Backpack for Cats & Small Dogs Up to 11lbs, with 4-Side Breathable Mesh, Multi-Entry & Lockable Zippers for Travel, Hiking, Camping - Hands Free, Blue

I bought this to take my cat for walks/hikes with me. She LOVES it! I left it open and fully expanded on the floor so she would get comfortable with it before taking her outside in the backpack, and she likes to lounge in the expanded part mostly. Durability: The bag is well-made all around. I let my 4 month old kitten play with the bag as rough as she wants to (and she gives it all she has). I wanted to see if she could tear it because I'd rather her do it in the safety of our home than in the woods somewhere. It's been about a month now, and I haven't noticed any tears in the mesh or elsewhere. Comfort: Very comfortable to pull over my shoulders and haul around. If you're going for a long walk, I recommend using the belt around the waist to support your lower back. I must note that, although it doesn't affect me, I think the waistband is a little short for those with a wide waist. Overall, it has been a VERY positive experience for me and kitty, and I'm so happy I bought it. UPDATE MAR 23, 2021: This has to be one of the best purchases I've made for my cat. She loves it. She still lounges in it when I leave it out - with or without the back extension popped out. Most importantly, I've haven't had any issues with the zippers, clips, stitching, or anything - not even the mesh. Honestly, the fact that there are no tears in the mesh really surprises me because when I have it all folded up, I noticed that she claws at it. She's not declawed, and although I trim her nails, I don't do it as regular as I should. The only problem I've come across, which is why I'm here, is that she has DESTROYED the bottom insert. I take full responsibility for that on behalf of my rambunctious cat. She was often biting and clawing at it, and it has taken its toll. Now I'm looking for another... bottom insert, not cat. I've been using the carrier without the bottom insert, which surprisingly still works. She's about 10-12 lbs/4.5 - 5.5 kgs, and the bottom of the carrier sags just a little, but not significantly. Don't know how it would hold up if she were heavier though. I still highly recommend this carrier backpack. LAST UPDATE JUL 15,2022 Reached out to the company about the bottom insert, and they replaced it no questions asked. The backpack is still my cat’s haven, mesh is still intact, and everything functions without issue. LOVE IT!!

I ordered this to bring my best buddy/gallery director, @JustMerle with me on short walks and picnics in the small town we are in. It arrived quickly, is lightweight and folds really small and flat which is great for storage. It opens easily and is roomy enough for my chonky kitty who is probably around 12-15#. The back extension is roomy and not angled like many others. He walked right in and checked it out. The zippered areas are secure and the main one has a feature to keep him from opening the zippers. The side pockets are spacious and hold a phone, beverage, keys, money etc. There is a good mix of windows and screen areas so even on a hot day it should have plenty of ventilation. Many others I have seen have large clear window areas but not much screen areas and they often come with fans so I assume they can get pretty hot. He could stand up and lay down with plenty of room with the back extension closed. Many others available are smaller so check dimensions when shopping. I put this on in the front when I walked so I could monitor him better. It was comfortable and the straps adjusted to secure it to lessen bounce while walking. He did really well, I opened the extension when we got to the top of the hill and it was nice to have my friend with me while watching the sunset! He was calm and didn't seem like he felt trapped; he was just curious about what was around and all the sounds, birds etc. I expect on future trips he will settle and lay down or even nap. I am very happy with this product, the design, features, and quality. It has the best of just about all the various backpacks out there, all in one. Lots of people seem hesitant to get a soft sided backpack vs the spaceship type hard body versions available, but when I saw the reviews for this were just as good I ordered it and am so glad I did. You will not be disappointed if you order this! As a bonus, this can also be used for trips to the vet. They seem to prefer soft carriers rather than hard sided carriers and with this there are multiple access doors so the vet does not have to reach in for a scared cat. I will probably leave this out for him all the time to have a little hideaway of his own also.

We bought one of those little bubble window hard plastic backpack carriers for our cat years ago and it got used to take her to the vet and that's it. Total pain to transport with the weird shape and you couldn't store the thing anywhere thanks to the structure of it. We had a trip coming up and decided we needed a new way to carry both of our cats and purchased two of these. Absolutely outstanding quality. Love how it's completely collapsible to the point you could store it in a drawer or the corner of your closet, but we honestly barely collapse it at all because the cats love to jump in and live in it for a while with the back pulled out. You really can't ask much more for a cat carrier than the cat to be delighted to be in it. The mesh is strong and has stood up to a little bit of biting and scratching, but generally we have tried to be sure the cats don't do that, anyway. The straps are comfortable when carrying the cats around. With the expandable back collapsed, it works great sitting sideways as a more traditional carrier, as well. Sits up nicely in the car on roadtrips and acts as a very nice safe space compartment to ride in. The fact that it doubles as a little living space while at your destination is a huge bonus. Well worth every penny! If there had been some way that it could expand even more or that you could connect two of them to be able to get a small litter box into it and have an even larger enclosure, it would be literally perfect.

I purchased 2 of these pet carriers for my Yorkies—one weighs 8-9 pounds (with surprisingly long legs for a Yorkie!) and the other is a petite 5 pounds. Here’s my detailed experience with both sizes: At first, I ordered 2 large bags, but the large size was too cramped for my taller Yorkie (I measured him at 16” standing but the bag was too short). His head would hit the top of the bag, and he had to bend his neck awkwardly even when the sizes said 17.4”H. I exchanged that one for the extra-large size, which fit him much better. However, the extra-large bag is quite huge on me so made it difficult to carry on my back, i’m a petite person (5 feet tall). It was prefect for my taller partner (6 feet tall), so we made it work. The large bag, on the other hand, was the perfect size for me to carry and prefect fit smaller 5-pound Yorkie. The extra large bag can fit both dogs but it was a little snug. We used these bags for our recent flight with Alaska Airlines, with upgraded premium economy seats to ensure our pups and us had extra room leg room. Here’s what we learned: Extra-Large Bag: Challenging to fit this under the seat. We had to push the narrow top in first and really squeeze it into place. Thankfully, the flight attendant didn’t mind the bag sticking out. Large Bag: This slid under the seat perfectly (also top in first), with no issues. Negative: Comfort-wise, the extra-large bag has a padding on the back bottom area that protects your lower back and buttocks, which made it more comfortable to carry. However, the large bag doesn’t have this padding, and the hard edges on the bottom could hit into your back and buttocks while walking and if you’re carrying it for a long time, it caused a little discomfort. The included mats in both bags are quite hard, but we brought along tiny blankets for added comfort during travel. Pro-tip for traveling, doesn’t hurt to ask the gate agents if you can pre-board, It’ll require extra time without feeling rush; since you need to adjust the dog and bag to lay downward. Luckily on both of our flights, the Alaska Airlines agents were very empathetic and accommodating. Overall, these carriers are well-made, loved the lock features on all the zippers for extra security, and very durable, but the sizing and comfort features are worth considering based on your travel needs. I’d highly recommend them, especially if you make a few adjustments for your fur babies’ comfort!

I was looking for a carrier that I would be able to carry my rescue fur baby in. She is a Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso, she weighs 14 lbs. I take her to work with me everyday but sometimes after work I have to run errands and I will have to drive all the way home to drop her off first. I wanted to find a carrier that was a backpack style that would leave my hands free and was comfortable for her. This carrier does just that. She doesn't seem to mind being in there. I love all the special thoughtful details about the carrier in comparison to other carriers- expandable, option to open the flap so she can look out or keep the mesh down and lock it, the extra support straps around the chest and waist, pockets, it doesn't lose its shape like other carriers. I also was able to rig it so I can clip a small handheld fan too the pocket and face it to blows through the mesh side vents for extra comfort. There is one negative and that is that my back will get very hot and sweaty quickly when using the carrier but I think that is more about me and the hot and humid weather I live in and not the carrier. In short I am very happy with this sturdy, well made, thoughtful carrier.

UPDATE: I wrote this review on the wrong product!! This carrier has been great! It is bulky for my short/small stature but I love it for vet visits, quick outings and short walks. The clear area is so nice for viewing both in and out and he is much more comfortable than in a crate. DISREGARD: This was working great for very moderate use for about 6 months --- until my cat broke loose and jumped out of the window of my car! The tether was attached to his harness when I caught him, it had brokne free from the bucket seat. It was a very scary ordeal. Fortunately he did not get far or run into the busy street before some bystanders helped block him off and I was able to grab him.

I originally bought this as a travel backpack, but it has become so much more. We leave it out in the living room, and our cat is obsessed with it. She plays in it constantly—rolling around, clawing the mesh, and biting the sides—and there isn't a single mark on it. The durability is incredible! Even though we don’t go on hikes, this has become our go-to carrier. Since she already loves napping and playing in it, getting her to the car is stress-free. It doubles as a play tunnel, a bed, and a spacious car kennel. If you want a multifunctional, high-quality piece of gear that can withstand "cat chaos," this is it!"

I love this, absolutely amazing product. The bottom board makes a perfect floor for my cat so he can comfortably stand or lay down without sinking and is easy to remove for cleaning. It's stable, bulky, but comfortable for both me and him. All the zippers work nicely, and every opening has two, one normal and one with a clip which I assume is used to help keep it sealed if your furry friend likes to paw zippers open. Perfect amount and size of pockets, I can easily fit a water bottle on one side as well as poop bags ready for use, and on the other side I have over 20 churu treats, calming spray, a cat leash and an extra roll of poo bags with more space to spare. The extendable back is easy to set up and perfect for my 12lb cat to stretch out and relax while we sit around. The safety leash is adjustable and has worked great for us. He has room to move around and turn as needed and doesn't get tangled up in it. The warning said there might be a weird smell but I didn't notice anything odd sent wise. Smelled like plastic, like most new and freshly opened items. I only wish there were D rings on the arm straps so I could clip on our first aid bag and water bowl onto them. Overall, well worth the purchase.