how heavy can the pet be for this carrier to be safe in order for vet visits?
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My Boston Terrier is 12 pounds - she did very well in the carrier, it was not stressed at all. It could handle probably another 5 pounds or so. I don't know if I would "stuff" an animal into it that was too much bigger, keeping the comfort of the animal in mind, but I believe the carrier is made well enough to accommodate that weight.
1777176
My shih tzu is 15lbs and she fit in the bag but wasn't able to stand up completely. I would say not to go over 15-20 lbs.
1777177
I would say 25 pounds to be safe but I believe it would hold up to a 30-pound pet.
1777178
Our mini Aussie is 17 lbs. And did just fine. The carrier is well built. If you can get your pet in the carrier it can handle the weight.
1777179
Not sure how heavy the maximum weight is, but our cat was 15 pounds at one point and the carrier didn't seem strained.
1777180
I would have to say 20-25 lbs to be on the safe side.Anything over that I would have to carry in arms in addition to the handles. And it also depends on your pets height. Their comfort is important so as to not be overly stressed. Good Luck!
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 would say no more than 20 if you have to walk for any significant distance. My 17 pound dog was good in it, but it did feel rather bulky and hard to carry.
1777183
It's pretty sturdy so I would think it could hold at least up to 20#. If your pet weighs more than just carry the carrier in your arms instead of by the handles and it should stay secure.
1774523
I purchased the intermediate size which more than accommodates my 19-lb feline. Plenty of room to spare once she settles in. While cats and dogs take up space differently, my feeling is that the LARGE carrier would be a comfortable accomodation for your buddy, likely with room to spare for a pad.
307907
This is a great pet carrier that should be able to well handle the weight of your dog although the interior space will be somewhat tight.
460800
i think you would be ok with this carrier. It works well for our cat and she is about 6-8 lbs. Is very open so they dont feel so trapped.
1659265
My dog is only 5 lb, but I'm sure you could carry up to 10 lb. with no problem, any pets weight more than that might be too heavy on your shoulder.
283125
the carriers themselves are fairly sturdy. the stroller frame is not real heavy. i had two small dogs in mine...i think that since you can only use it for small animals, it is probably built to handle that.
1169174
Hi, this is a lightweight but well made carrier, I do not use it to carry my yorkie, but leave ir belted in to keep her restrained when I am driving in my car. If you are using it to carry your pet, I think a Sherpa brand airline bag may be a better bet, they are lightweight, and have a handle and a shoulder strap. I am very pleased with this purchase.
312181
My cat weighs 16 lbs and it is a close fit for him. This is the largest carrier I found.
904781
I'd say 25-30 lbs. Not completely unwieldy based on the fact that the kennel is for large breed dogs.
1288047
Zita, I bought this carrier for my 17 lb cat. It is the largest carrier I could find. It would be fine for a medium sized dog, depending on how it will be used. Due to its size, it is quite heavy but well worth it. Hope this helps
793123
I have a 10 pound cat and have used carrier to and from veterinarian two times and haven't had any problems. Distance wasn't very far. I would say balance is adequate.
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I think it should be fine as this carrier is really good quality and durable. Our cat is 5 kg and she's got plenty of space and before I purchased this carrier I read another feedbacks that some people can fit in there even 2 cats.
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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!
1898511
I WENT TO LIMA PERU WITH MY MALTI-TZU AND SHE HAS 13 pounds and I used different ways to use it. Carrier, backpack.The wheels help much.
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I would measure you pet and add a few inches to make sure your pet will be comfortable. One thing to consider is that the carrier is designed with a lot of mesh so that you have easy access to your pet and can see your pet. While some pets prefer this, some may be sensitive to all the noise and strange things going on around them. Travel can be very stressful for a lot of animals so if your pet is sensitive, it may be better to get a carrier that provides more privacy so your pet doesn't get "sensory overload".
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The weight is fairly light considering it's size, but I would not use it to carry a dog to the vet. I would get a soft-sided carrier for that. With a dog inside, it would be too awkard to lift without tossing the doggie all around and it's just too big to be very mobile. It also doesn't have a good way to lift it besides sticking your fingers in the wire mesh and the tray bottom is designed to slide out one side, so if you move it around too much, the tray will slide out. They're not desinged to be mobile carriers. I have mine in a bedroom and it never moves. We have a carrier with a long strap as well as short handles to tote the dog to and from the vet. The weight is fairly light considering it's size, but I would not use it to carry a dog to the vet. I would get a soft-sided carrier for that. With a dog inside, it would be too awkard to lift without tossing the doggie all around and it's just too big to be very mobile. It also doesn't have a good way to lift it besides sticking your fingers in the wire mesh and the tray bottom is designed to slide out one side, so if you move it around too much, the tray will slide out. They're not desinged to be mobile carriers. I have mine in a bedroom and it never moves. We have a carrier with a long... » Read More The weight is fairly light considering it's size, but I would not use it to carry a dog to the vet. I would get a soft-sided carrier for that. With a dog inside, it would be too awkard to lift without tossing the doggie all around and it's just too big to be very mobile. It also doesn't have a good way to lift it besides sticking your fingers in the wire mesh and the tray bottom is designed to slide out one side, so if you move it around too much, the tray will slide out. They're not desinged to be mobile carriers. I have mine in a bedroom and it never moves. We have a carrier with a long strap as well as short handles to tote the dog to and from the vet. « Show Less
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I flew with my 18lb Cavalier King Charles in a medium sherpa bag just fine! He was snug but did not seem bothered at all by the trip. We did not take him out of the carrier once and he was completely fine!