Will the front of this fold down if the dog puts its feet up on the rim of it? Or is it sturdy? I have a 12lb maltese.
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I have an eleven pound Bichon who stands on the rim without incident. No "fold down" events to date.
297265
I purchased 2 of the "Solvit" dog seats and have used them for for about 2 years. They hold up beautifully - will not collapse when your dog puts its paws on the outer edges. You can adjust the strap so your dog can easily look out the windows. Buy with confidence.
297266
I don't believe it will. It has a wire support that helps to keep its shape. There is a diagonal bar to keep it upright that goes from front top to back bottom I think. My dogs are 5 pounder and stand on it all the time. Doesn't give a bit.. Hope that helps.
297267
No, the front remains rigid. My 13 pund shin and 12 Maltese stand on it. They also sleep with their heads on it.
886163
Only the sides and the front touch the ground (back and bottom are open). But it seems really stable and mine has never slipped despite a 120-pound dog scrambling up it.
138348
I have a 42lb collie/lab mix in it now. He lays down most of the time and can turn around and all, but I'm sure I could've gone bigger. I actually brought it for a Maltese who's really small, but it was way too big... unless you want it that big, but you could fit 4 little dogs in it no problem. I'm no expert so you may want to physically look at the size in a store. Hope I helped a bit.
1126106
I don't move mine a lot, but my 56 lb. dog sits in it, and I've never had any problem with its sturdiness. I feel it should hold up well with three cats.
652789
Sturdy like a concrete floor??? NO! I never expected it too . It's a portable carrier. Our dog is in the 15 lbs. range and seems very comfortable in this carrier. We do put a 12"x12" cushion underneath the carrier for added stability. We're fine with that, because we carry that cushion anyway for our dog. As for us, we couldn't be happier with this purchase. Hope this helps.
958469
It's pretty strong, but will sag, so you may have to have it pretty tight between the uprights. My large dogs ran into it a lot (it was around the in ground pool) and it never tore or split.
409887
Mine is holding my shih Tzu who is 15lbs with no trouble. The inside lining is starting to rip though. Very sturdy
1970826
No, the only way would be if an adult was to sit on top of it. Or if a kid climbed on top of it. It is not made for anyone to climb or sit on it. Once the frame is locked in place it will not fold up untill you release it. My Koda use's his every night and it has never closed on him and he even pushes on the screens and lay's against them and it has never collapsed on him. I hope this answers your Question or at least reasures you it won't collapse with your dog in it. Sally Riojas
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No. I got mine just a week ago and with a shih tzu using it, it is already showing signs of use and becoming flat. Not sturdy at all.
547407
It would hold a small dog weight-wise, but you might want to reinforce the brackets with zip-ties to make sure it doesn't wobble, especially if your dog moves around, etc. It's pretty deep as well, so depending on the size of your dog, would likely be fine. Putting a front rack on will depend on your bike. This basket is pretty deep, I have a dutch-style bike with fenders and it works fine, but you will want to pay attention to the dimensions before buying/installing another rack below.
1774976
Yes, if you have the front section open. When the front section is closed, the dog would have to ball up to lie down. I really like this pack for short periods of time when I need my dog to be on my back. My dog is almost 11 lbs.
508562
Yes! My dog is 12 lbs and he uses it for when I'm not home to take him out.
321124
You may get a few uses out of it, but I personally don't think it's sturdy enough for a larger dog. The back legs on the steps snap into place and are not meant to fold in and out regularly--which would mean the plastic snaps will eventually break. Plus, the back legs are thin. Very thin. I'm about 115 lbs. and I would NOT!!! go up and down on it myself.
1276303
The frame is held with metal clips that make it fairly rigid. BUT, it is a collapsable model and I don't know how anxious your dog is...I suppose you could reinforce it with plastic zip ties once you assemble it. I can't imagine a dog breaking it though. It's very well made.
2196677
No. You would have to start to break it down (fold down the side bars) which would fall down on your pet.
25550
It is very sturdy, but you may not be able to fit a 25 lbs dog in it. It should be able to hold a 15 lbs dog.
570209
Don't think it is sturdy enough to withstand kids or dogs running into it. Mine is in a corner but still would be concerned if could get knocked over if run into.