Dog Carrier Bag

Dog carrier bags at a range of prices

A dog carrier bag lets you take a small dog on walks, around town, to the vet, on the train or on a plane. Our range brings together soft, foldable, breathable bags, shoulder bags, a rigid bag, an expandable bag, a wheeled trolley and a foldable crate, as well as a tactical backpack for a large dog who carries his own kit. To choose, start from your dog's weight, then the journey.

Soft, foldable carrier bags

A soft bag folds up when empty and lets air through, according to the listings. It is the most common format for a small dog:

• the breathable nylon carrier bag, in black, yellow or green, from S to L;
• the foldable carrier bag for small dogs and cats, which its listing rates for pets up to 7 kg, in five colours;
• the breathable foldable model, from S to L, in purple, green, pink, black or blue;
• the soft model in grey, in L or XL, with a removable cushion and zip;
• the roomy model, in blue, grey or black, and the foldable bag in yellow, green or black.

Shoulder carrier bags

For a small dog who likes to stay close to you, the reversible shoulder bag is worn over the shoulder, in black, green, beige, purple or blue. The foldable rigid bag, in pink or beige, keeps its shape while staying light according to its listing.

For flights and long journeys

• the expandable carrier bag, 48 x 30 x 32 cm, which its listing says is airline-compatible;
• the trolley carrier bag, on wheels, up to 16 kg according to its listing, in black, blue, pink, grey or beige;
• the foldable Oxford fabric carrier crate, in blue or black, which folds flat;
• the dog travel bag, in black, which carries his things: foldable bowls and food compartments.

For flights, each airline sets its own dimensions and maximum weight in the cabin: compare them with the bag's measurements before booking.

A backpack for a large dog

The tactical dog backpack does not carry the dog: he carries it, on hikes. Its listing recommends it for large dogs of 20 to 55 kg, in beige, black or green. For other models worn on the back, see our range of dog backpack carriers.

Which dog carrier bag should you choose for his size?

• Dog under 7 kg, trips around town: a soft, foldable carrier bag, or the shoulder bag.
• Dog of around 10 kg: a large model in L or XL, or the trolley.
• Travelling by plane: the expandable bag, after checking your airline's rules.
• Car and holidays: the foldable crate, and the travel bag for his things.
• Hiking with a large dog: the tactical backpack.

For size, look first at the stated weight, then at the size in centimetres: your dog must be able to stand with his head up, turn around and lie down in the bag. Measure him from nose to tail, weigh him, then compare with the size guide on each listing.

Getting your dog used to the bag

Leave the bag open at home for a few days, with his blanket inside. Then close it for a few minutes, and take a short trip before the first real journey. For his safety, keep the bag closed while travelling. A dog who is used to his carrier bags copes better at the vet and on holiday alike.

FAQ

Which carrier bag for a 10 kg dog?

Choose a large dog carrier bag: the soft grey model in XL (50 x 34 x 34 cm), the breathable foldable bag in L, or the trolley, rated up to 16 kg. The foldable bag for small dogs, rated up to 7 kg, will be too small.

Is there a lightweight dog carrier bag for flying?

Among our carrier bags, the expandable bag is described by its listing as airline-compatible, and the soft bags in our range are light and foldable. Always check the dimensions your airline accepts before you travel.

To complete the look

For the car, see our Dog car seat or a dog crate; the whole range is in dog carriers. For cats, the cat carrier and our whole range of cat carriers. If you are torn between soft and rigid, read our article carrier bag or rigid crate: which should you choose?. Everything else is in our dog accessories.