Top-Expandable Pet Carrier 18x13x9.5 Inches Southwest Airline Approved, Soft-Sided Carrier for Small Cats and Dogs with Locking Safety Zippers and Anti-Scratch Mesh(Grey)

I breed and show, and have puppies that I fly all over the US to new homes. I had used a quilted, VERY EXPENSIVE Sherpa brand carrier up until I bought this- found it returned to a Petco that discounted it to cost since it had been opened and didn’t have a box. It was getting sad and saggy after 9 deliveries across the country, and I needed a new one that offered a little more room as I had a large Pointer puppy that needed to fly to TX- he would NOT fit in the Sherpa. Enter this magnificent carrier!!! For the price, I expected a one or two time use and it to be flimsy, and would look cheap in person. How about this is an over-engineered work horse that looks very expensive? Heavy durable mesh, zippers everywhere to get your pet in and out, but secure with fastex-style buckles so they can’t escape. ALL FOUR SIDES HAVE MESH. If you have ever been in a warm airplane, imagine how hot it must get under the seat- this carrier makes it so air flow isn’t an issue for the puppy, even on top. Easy to carry, easy to lift, easy to set up and fold down when done- it’s fantastic. The top expanding area though is the crown jewel of this carrier! For a larger puppy it made it so when we weren’t on the plane, he had room to sit up some and easily turn around. He was so much more comfortable and quiet as a result. It’s easy to collapse the top back down to slide under the seat, yet doesn’t impact the puppy’s space when you do. Photo of the actual carrier under the seat, and how large of a puppy was transported, meeting his new owner at the airport. I couldn’t believe at 18 pounds he fit! Once I arrived home from this delivery, the Sherpa carrier went into the trash. I’m considering buying a second one of these to have a back up, in case they would somehow be discontinued! NOTE: this carrier fits all the major airline requirements for size that will fit under any plane sized seats, with the top pushed down. So many carriers are too long, too high, or too wide. Which is important- there are a lot of people that get to the airport only to learn their carrier is too large!

This carrier is made very well and passed the TSA qualifications for the size and vented sides. My little 10 lb dog had enough room to move around and was comfy throughout the flight. The padded cushion that came with it was very useful. It doesn’t weigh much so was easy to carry and I was also able to attach it to the handle of my suitcase. Great value for the money. I use it in the car now when I take my doggie to the vet or out shopping.

This is a well designed and sturdy cat carrier. My 10 pound cat is very suspicious of carriers, but I left this one out and open for three weeks, and the other day, he just jumped in through the top and went to sleep for four hours. The bed is soft and comfortable with a washable cover and a rigid bottom plate that easily supports the cat’s weight and is also washable. There are several zippered openings, including a front door, and more importantly from my standpoint, the entire top opens with zippers, revealing a surprisingly large space inside. That was how my cat went in to take his nap, and how I put him in when the time came to go to the airport. All of the zippers can lock in place. Alaska Airlines barely glanced at the carrier and there were no questions about allowing it on the plane. The top can be pulled up an extra 3 inches or so to give the cat more headroom when not under the seat. The expandable top is easily pushed down to fit the airline’s height limitation.

UPDATE! Used for our Southwest flight and it fit under the seat in front with no problem. My girl is 8lbs malshi and had plenty of room. Im 5ft so I had no issues as far as leg room. But just know it will take up that space i In front if you like to stretch your legs. This review is for product. I will update after using for my Southwest flight in a few weeks. I have purchased a few and finally will be keeping this one. This is a great quality carrier. My pup is in it taking a nap now and I've only had a few minutes. I had bought a similar verdion called Leke last week but felt it just wasn't a good quality. I did a video on comparison. This has 2 extra openings to access pup than the Leke (2 on top, one on side and one on end), carrying strap has shoulder pad. Firmer, sturdier and mesh is thicker. Padding for pup is better. Locking mechanism on zipper for any escape artist.

I found my 13 pound Pom using his carrier to sleep inside of it, he likes it. We haven’t used it yet on the airlines but I got this one because of the reviews, the size is suppose to be accepted by the airlines and it fits my dog. As you can see from the pictures, he is laying on his side and there is room on top with the extension pulled up or down. The material seems strong and well made. I took off one star because when walking with him inside the carrier, it’s uncomfortable for me. The edges of the carrier are hard which protect him just clunky for me. I’m going to try and put the carrier on top of the rolling suitcase (if there’s a way) to help. Overall I recommend it as a dog house and as a protective carrier. For reference my dog is 13 pounds, 11 inches tall, 17 inches long.

Very good quality. Sturdy and well made. Very comfortable for my cat. She unfortunately had to travel 14 hours on an airplane and she did great in this. Airline approved.

I’ve had this carrier for maybe a year or two and it’s been holding up extremely well. It may be a little expensive but it’s worth every dollar. My dog is 9lb and she fits well! She has enough space to stand up lay down and relax. The padding itself isn’t super comfy but I just added blankets and she didn’t seem to mind. Assembly was extremely easy and doesn’t weigh a lot impares to other carriers! The only downside is that the strap did snap but I’m sure it’s just due to wear and tear over the years. It was also approved by Spirit, frontier, Southwest, united, and delta airlines!!! It also came with a little ID card I customized with her info. I love this carryon and would buy it again!!

If you’re looking at the Petskd Top‑Expandable Pet Carrier 18×13×9.5″, here’s a breakdown of what we know + some pros & cons to help you decide whether it’s a good fit. ✅ What you’ll get Size: exterior listed as approximately 18″ L × 13″ W × 9.5″ H for the base model. Some versions note expandable width/height: e.g. “(9.5 + 3.5)″ H” when expanded. eBay +3 Ubuy Namibia +3 Amazon +3 Airline-approved / “under-seat” friendly: The listing says it’s “TSA approved” and “can be placed under the seat in the cabin.” Amazon +2 Ubuy Namibia +2 Features: locking safety zippers, anti-scratch mesh, top (and sometimes side) expansion panels for extra space, mesh ventilation on 5 sides. Ubuy Namibia Material: Soft-sided (polyester + mesh). Some models include removable pad, shoulder strap. Suitable for small cats & dogs (the dimension & airline approval implies small/medium sized pets). For example one spec states: “recommend pet size… dogs under ~10 lbs, cats under ~12 lbs.” Ubuy Namibia ⚠️ Things to check / limitations Interior usable space will be less than the exterior dimensions due to fabric, padding, structure. One listing warns: “In order to fit the under-seat dimensions of airlines, this carrier can only fit small dogs and cats… We recommend that the pet size you carry be within 15″L × 10″W × 10″H.” Ubuy Namibia Expansion panels: The extra space when expanded is great—but airlines will typically require the bag to be compressed to standard under-seat dimensions. So you’ll want to ensure you can collapse it easily and check your airline’s under-seat size limits (they vary by carrier). Weight / durability: Soft-sided carriers are more vulnerable than hard crates, especially if your pet moves around a lot or is a little stronger. The “anti-scratch mesh” is a good feature, but if your pet is heavy or very active, you may want to inspect the build. Color/variant and features may vary: Make sure the version you buy is exactly the size you need; some listings show slightly different dimensions (e.g., 17×11×9.5 etc). eBay +1 Airline approval: “Airline approved” is a marketing term — it means it fits under many seats / meets many airline’s carry-on pet bag requirements. But you should check with your specific airline (in your case, you mentioned Southwest Airlines) to confirm dimensions and requirements. Weight limit/comfort: If your pet is on the upper end of the small size spectrum, make sure they can lie down, turn around, and feel comfortable. Exterior dimensions are one thing; the interior comfort matters. 🎯 My recommendation If I were advising: For small cats or small dogs (likely under ~10-12 lbs) this carrier seems like a very solid choice especially if you’ll travel by plane. Confirm your pet’s length/width/height comfortably fit the interior (not just the external dimension). Before traveling: measure the compressed size (without expansion) and check with Southwest’s under-seat dimensions for pets. If your pet tends to move around a lot, or you anticipate rough handling (airport, car travel, etc), consider whether you might want something more rigid or structured—but for everyday travel this is a good value. If you find the price acceptable and the model is genuine (check reviews, seller, return policy) I’d say yes: you can buy it. If you’re unsure, compare a couple other carriers in the same size/price range to make sure you’re getting the best features.

Great quality! Comfortable. Lots of room for my 11 lbs Shih Tzu. It’s also the right size for our United Airline flight.

Muy buen acabado

I was having an impossible time trying to find a carrier that fit air canadas plane specific regulations while also trying to keep my cats comfy for a 14 hour flight and thankfully I came across this carrier. Both cats fit comfortably in it and can stand up and turn around. The one in the photo is 14lbs and my other one is 19lbs and both are happy with it. I don’t travel until feb but I’ll post an update with how well it travels.

We travel a lot with our Yorkie and what I like about this bag is that the top raises to give her extra standing space if she wants it. When flying the carrier fits perfectly under the seat in front of me. I like that the carrier has lots of visual/air ventilation screens. It has one side or rear pouch to put treats in, leash/harness or doggie bags. It has a side strap to attach the carrier to the suitcase and basically, I’m happier when my pup has lots of in comfort/space to travel in.

And it’s great quality, really cute too. All zippers have clips so dogs can’t open the zippers. Brilliant design.