--- product_id: 1727561 title: "Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier, Airline Approved & Guaranteed On Board - Black, Medium" brand: "sherpa" price: "$176.95" currency: USD in_stock: true category: "Sherpa" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1727561-original-deluxe-travel-pet-carrier-airline-approved-and-guaranteed-on store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Escape-proof locking zippers Under-seat compliant spring wire frame Airline approved, guaranteed onboard Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier, Airline Approved & Guaranteed On Board - Black, Medium **Brand:** sherpa **Price:** $176.95 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✈️ Travel smart, travel stylish — your pet’s passport to adventure! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier, Airline Approved & Guaranteed On Board - Black, Medium by sherpa - **How much does it cost?** $176.95 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1727561-original-deluxe-travel-pet-carrier-airline-approved-and-guaranteed-on) ## Best For - sherpa enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sherpa brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Load & Go:** Dual top and side entries make pet loading effortless and hassle-free. - • **Breathe Easy:** Mesh ventilation panels keep your furry companion cool and comfortable on every journey. - • **Fly with Confidence:** FAA-compliant design ensures your pet travels stress-free and guaranteed onboard. - • **Comfort Meets Convenience:** Padded shoulder strap and detachable handle adapt to your travel style. - • **Versatile Travel Essential:** Doubles as a soft-sided crate with storage pocket and seatbelt security for car rides. ## Overview The Sherpa Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier is a medium-sized, airline-approved carrier designed for pets up to 16 pounds. Featuring a patented spring wire frame that compresses to fit under airplane seats, mesh ventilation panels, escape-proof locking zippers, and multiple entry points, it ensures comfort and security for pets during air, car, or train travel. Its versatile design includes a padded shoulder strap, removable washable liner, and a seatbelt-compatible luggage strap, making it the ultimate travel companion for pet parents on the go. ## Description Travel in comfort and style with Sherpa Original Deluxe Airline Approved Pet Carrier. Perfect for traveling by plane or car, for a trip or just to the vet. Patented spring wire frame allows rear of carrier to be pushed down conforming to under-seat requirements. Carrier’s mesh panels offer ventilation, locking zippers for safety. The seat belt security strap doubles as a luggage strap. Top and side entry make it easier to comfortably load pets. Large side zippered pocket holds your important pet travel needs. The no-slip shoulder strap is adjustable with a padded support for comfort. A soft, cozy, removable, and machine-washable faux lambskin liner is included. Sherpa replacement liners are available, sold separately. Approved for use on most major airlines. Small and medium sizes are included in Sherpa Guaranteed On-Board program. Sherpa Travel gives pet parents the best of all worlds: innovative products, stylish designs, and exceptional value with a variety of travel carriers, leads, mats, straps, to meet a pet's and pet parent's needs for travel. Sherpa products are designed to meet child safety standards. If a customer is dissatisfied with a Sherpa product for any reason, please reach out to our customer service team at: customerservice@worldwise.com (email) or 415-721-7400 (phone). Please read all packaging instructions, warnings and cautions upon receipt. Packaging contains small parts, discard after opening. ## Features - AIRLINE APPROVED: The Sherpa Original Deluxe Pet Carrier is airline approved and part of our Guaranteed On Board program, which provides comfort and peace of mind to pets and their owners; it's perfect for traveling by air, bus, car, or train - IN-CABIN FRIENDLY: Our patented spring wire frame allows the rear end of the carrier to be pushed down several inches to easily fit under airplane seats in compliance with most major airline requirements and FAA regulations - PERFECT FOR TRAVEL: Features mesh panels for ventilation, escape-proof locking zippers, top and side entries for easy and comfortable loading, waterproof interior base, and a removable machine washable cozy base liner - VERSATILE DESIGN: Can be carried by hand with the padded top handle, or over the shoulder using the included detachable carrying strap and integrated metal D-rings - whichever suits your comfort and convenience - MULTIFUNCTIONAL: The pet carrier can also be used a soft-sided crate for regular outings and vet visits with cats and small dogs; includes a large storage pocket, and a luggage strap that doubles as a seatbelt security pass-through for car rides - PRODUCT DETAILS: Black, Medium, 17" x 11" x 10.5"; fits pets up to 16 pounds - CHOOSING THE RIGHT SIZE: Choose the perfect carrier size based on your pet's measurements, followed by their weight; make sure not to exceed the maximum weight limit, and allow enough space for your pet to change positions inside the carrier ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000FLETX8 | | Additional Features | Airline Approved | | Best Sellers Rank | #8,169 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #11 in Dog Soft-Sided Carriers | | Brand | Sherpa | | Brand Name | Sherpa | | Closure Type | Zipper | | Color | Original Black | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Airplane, Car | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 8,452 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Medium | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00743723552318 | | Included Components | Pet Carrier, Strap, Liner | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 17"L x 11"W x 10.5"H | | Item Type Name | Pet Carrier | | Item Weight | 3 Pounds | | Manufacturer | PetWise, Inc. | | Manufacturer Part Number | 55231 | | Material | Polyester | | Material Type | Polyester | | Maximum Weight Recommendation | 16 Pounds | | Model Name | Original Deluxe Pet Carrier | | Model Number | 55231 | | Pet Type | Cat, Dog | | Product Dimensions | 17"L x 11"W x 10.5"H | | Product Style | Guaranteed On Board - Original Deluxe Carrier | | Recommended Uses For Product | Traveling | | Size | 17.0"L x 11.0"W x 10.5"H | | Special Feature | Airline Approved | | Target Audience | Cat, Dog | | Target Species | Dog | | UPC | 743723552318 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Satisfaction Guarantee (Only applicable to products purchased from an authorized seller) | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sherpa - **Color:** Original Black - **Material:** Polyester - **Product Dimensions:** 17"L x 11"W x 10.5"H - **Special Feature:** Airline Approved ## Images ![Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier, Airline Approved & Guaranteed On Board - Black, Medium - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81gqQnt7waL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Has anyone traveled through AirTran or Southwest with this carrier? Does it fit ok?** A: I used this carrier traveling across the country on both AirTran and Southwest. It fits okay. You wouldn't want it any larger though. The end of the carrier that you push furthest under the seat in front of you gets a little bit crunched, because the underside of the seat in front of you slopes down a little bit. There was still room for my pet, however, and she even exceeds this carrier's recommended size. You do have to push and shove a bit to get it under the seat. Since this carrier is soft-sided it allows for a some flexibility when doing that. All in all, it worked out fine and I'm very happy with the carrier. **Q: Alaska Airlines specifies their dimensions as 9.5X12X17. I cannot find any carriers to meet those measurements. Will this one fit?** A: Alaska Airlines max dimensions are 17x11x9.5 for soft sided carrier, and 17x11x7.5 for hard-sided carriers. The sherpa size small comes in under the soft-sided dimensions Alaska requires. So if you are buying the small, yes it will fit. If you are buying the medium, it is slightly too big and MAYBE you'll get away with it, and the size large is way too big. With Alaska, they appear to be trying to steer larger animals to the checked baggage compartment. **Q: What size dog is this for, Amazon?** A: I bought this carrier for my cat. He is 17 lbs and fits inside easily and has room to turn around inside. Not sure if that helps since I don't own a dog. **Q: has anyone ever flown southwest airline with this pet carrier?** A: Yes, I have used the carrier on 2 round trip, coast-to-coast trips. Even though it's larger than their approved carrier, I had no problem fitting it under the seat in front of me. ## Frequently Bought Together - Sherpa Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier, Airline Approved & Guaranteed On Board - Black, Medium - Sherpa (2 Count) Replacement Liners for Travel Pet Carriers - White, Medium --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/1727561-original-deluxe-travel-pet-carrier-airline-approved-and-guaranteed-on](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1727561-original-deluxe-travel-pet-carrier-airline-approved-and-guaranteed-on) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-11*