Will the velcro hold? My cat is 19 lbs and very strong, and I don't want to risk it coming undone if he tries to bolt.
992928
my cat is much smaller so Velcro holds. However, I use the kitty holster to hold other items - by that I mean I put the kitty holster neck part through the handle of plastic bag and then hang the bag on a hook to hold my recycleables. The kitty collar does have good Velcro. I have to really pull at it to unfasten it once I bring Emily in the house. It doesn't just pull apart easily you have to really pull hard to get it off.
992929
Sorry. Our cat weighs less than ten pounds, so we're not in a position to make a judgement re your situation. The first couple of times we tried it, she slipped right out of it and POUFF was gone...but not far.
992930
My one cat who is 10 pounds and more timid doesn't come undone. The other cat weighs more (but is still in the small holster) is more strong willed and sometimes breaks through if I don't have it on him super tight.
992931
The velcro is VERY strong. In fact, if anything, you have to pull really hard to take it off. It startled Atra at first (also a tubby girl), but she got used to it. She has not gotten out of it yet.
992932
I would never underestimate the will of a cat- but I would suspect this would hold pretty well, its a wide cut of velcro and the angle of the pull would make it more difficult. My cat was under 10 lbs when I was using it- so there is that- but he was a very excitable maine coon- so thats gotta count for something:)
180973
Mine has managed to escape out of it once when I first put it on him, think I may have had it a little loose. But I have also seen it stop him literally in mid air the next time he was spooked. Just depends on how tight you have it on him. The velcro is super strong.
672788
Yes, but with a caveat; the Velcro adhesive strips that are provided as one of the possible attachment methods (I have found using 2 of these seats) will more than likely fail and come loose. The cats that were using them when the strips came loose, were around 8lbs. I ended up having to use the other method of attachment with the provided 3 screws. This method is VERY secure as opposed to the Velcro strips, as long as you don't mind putting some small holes in your window sill.Regards,Kelly
1054029
I don't think it would hold a 20 lb cat. I bought it for a 9 lb dog and it's great. I also have a 23 lb cat and I wouldn't use it for him. Hope this helps!
1317818
My cat isn't that big, but he is over 12 pounds and it doesn't budge in the least bit. The manufacturer says they use them for their 20 pound cat, so I think you would be fine. The straps have a rubbery back side to them so they grip really well.
1317819
Our cat weighs about 17 lbs and he loves it. The rubber gripping side of the velcro strap holds pretty well against the table/chair legs - it hasn't given out under his weight yet about about 6 months of pretty heavy usage.
607108
I think a cat would be less determined to pull the guard off the door so it may work. I would suggest buying a larger piece of Velcro to put on the sides of the guard instead of just the one that comes with it for the bottom. i did do that put maybe should have tried. I don't have a cat so I'm not sure how they would react with something like that but it was like it was my dogs goal to pull that thing down everyday. and he did.
496898
My cat is 20lbs and used an X-small. I wouldn't go bigger then a small. It's velcro to allow you to adjust.
1171416
Also forgot to mention... as for the security, the Velcro holds very well. Neither of my cats have been able to undo that. If you order the proper size and secure it properly this is a great product.
1054032
I'm afraid that I'd have to say 'no', I don't think it would safely hold a 20 lb. cat.
661158
It's possible, but difficult for them, especially if you ensure that you fasten both the neck and belly portions snugly. Because of the velcro, you can size it exactly to the cat. Mine have tried to wiggle out, generally with no success. Warning, though - they run really large. My ten pound cat fits nicely in the extra-small...I suspect the extra large must be designed for a lynx or a bobcat!!! :)
78987
I have a 21 pound male and he makes it through. It's close but he doesn't have trouble getting thru. He's just a big cat not fat so that might make a difference. Of course I'm not saying you have a fat kitty, but if it's more round than tall it might be tight.difference
617176
no slipping over the cat's head ..you have velcro flaps for the neck and the body (under the tummy).....it's similar to throwing a saddle on a horse, then you overlap the velcro flaps snugly around the neck, repeat with the other flaps snugly overlapping under the belly.......it couldn't be any easier....when I take it off, I pull the neck flaps apart and let the cat slide out of the harness because he's not thrilled with the sound of the velcro being pulled apart...otherwise it's a super secure, well worth the investment...everyone who see it on the cat asks about where they might buy one....
1215123
Yes, if you reinforce it with heavy duty Velcro. (The Velcro strip it comes with, that goes on the window part, sucks) My cat is about 12 pounds and after I made the Velcro stronger it holds her. I make an effort to lean on it everyday to make sure it's secure, so I know it will hold her.
508467
I just tried it on my 47lb pit/lab with 26" girth and though the buckles clasp well the last Velcro strip doesn't reach to stick. The last 11/2" of fabric does and sticks a bit. I will add a Velcro strip myself for safety. Not sure if comes apart in water. If I bought again I'd get large but I already tore off all packaging and enough fabric left to add more velcro
204516
This carrier is quite sturdy / durable. I'm pretty sure that your cat will be comfortable, as well as the carrier will be durable enough to hold the 20 pounds. We were so pleased with this carrier that we purchased 2 more.
1862063
It will probably be too snug. The velcro does have a span to widen out. My cat went from 8 pounds to 14 and it doesn't fit anymore.