Would this carrier be suitable for a dog?
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Actually, I don't have experience with smaller dogs, I've always had big dogs. But I don't think so. Your dog should have more or less the same size and weight of a regular baby. And unless your pet is really easygoing, I don't think it would be so comfortable for him walking arround in this position. I think those special bags for dogs, which look like a handbag, would be more apropriate. Hope I've helped....
707842
This carrier is about 14" high so it might be a tight fit although my dogs prefer smaller denlike carriers. I have a 12lb shih tzu who would never get out! My intention was to use it for a cat carrier but everyone seems to really love being in it. (2 shih tzus a Persian and a Siamese cat)
205456
Sorry Karla. I don't have that information. I returned the Pet Carrier a while ago. It just wasn't what I was looking for for my dog.
479976
My cat is just over 9 pounds and she fit -- but she hated the carrier and I felt it was too small for her. Your dog would likely not be able to move around much at all, which might be okay if that's what you prefer. I would say it's a gamble!
642759
Yes you would, my two little ones travel with the top zipped. I run a dog rescue, but have a Yorkist and Maltese for my old age. I love this carrier, great for trips to the vet and groomer !
480831
It might technically fit, but it would likely be too heavy and cumbersome for a dog <20 lbs. I think for a small dog there are smaller and cheaper options.
299347
Depends on how close your Shih Tzu is to 10lbs. We have a 10 lb Chihuahua and this carrier fits him nicely. If he was much bigger he would not have enough room.
1025297
Hmm , I wouldn't think so Caitlyn . I use it for my long legged rat terrier for sleeping in but I use a smaller one to transport him . I think boxers have a range of sizes although I have seen some smaller females that were full grown . I would think it could be ok for transporting your dog for for sleeping in I'm not sure but I don't know what your exact plans are . I bought this for my dog to sleep in and he loves it .
626982
Yes! We actually have our two dogs in there...one is 14 pounds and the other is 23 pounds. They absolutely love riding in the carrier!
1777181
I would contact Sherpa and ask for their recommendations. I have a 16 pounder that does fine in it. But it would depend on how tall your pet is, if he/she is a chewer, scratcher, etc -- since it's not a hard side carrier it is not indestructible if you have a determined, strong chewer. Some breeds of dogs have bigger teeth than others the same size -- terriers for example have big teeth for dogs their size/weight.
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I have a 10lbs jack Russell terrier. Yes, I would recommend this carrier! It is truly sturdy and to me it gets just as much ventilation as any other solid sided carrier! I love it!!! Hope it helps make your decision easier.
385695
My dog weighs about 10 pounds but it could probably hold at least 15 pounds. It is a very strong carrier.
1098325
40 pounds would be too big a dog for this. My dog is between 25 and 30 and she is at the top of her size for this carrier.
714526
I am pretty sure it would carry a 16-20lb dog. I got it for my Cockatoo but my Pekingese would fit inside.
1618861
I think it would work. It is pretty roomy. The dog will get awfully heavy if you are carrying for any length of time. My dog is long and lanky. She only weighs 9 lbs.
661173
It's not meant to hold that much, but I will say that IMHO, I believe it COULD hold that much. It is a very sturdy carrier -- I have been very impressed so far. Having said that, my dog is only 10 pounds, but there is plenty of room in there so I often carry extra clothing, a lunch, an extra water bottle, etc. I've had no problems whatsoever. Knock on wood.
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Yes. I have a 7 pound dog and the bag stretched so much, she was almost at Knee level. I adjusted and still didn't like the way she was in this carrier. Returned it.