Dog Carriers, Harnesses and Crates

Looking for a carrier for a little pet that likes a bit more space? The Sleepypod Air carrier might be the perfect fit. According to the brand, this carrier scrunches down to fit under your airplane seat, but once you take off, it can expand to give your furry friend a few extra inches of space. Great for traveling on air and land, to secure the bag to your rear car seat simply remove the carseat buckles from the zippered section on the carrier and thread the seatbelt through the front and back loops. The mesh top can easily be zippered back and folded away so your pooch can stick their head out and watch the world pass them by. It’s also great for top- or side-loading your pet for easiest access. The adjustable shoulder strap and padded carry handle make it easy to tote the bag around wherever you may go. Plus, you can grab a warmer kit for cooler temps that is sure to keep your four legged friend toasty. The Sleepypod Air carrier passed CPS Certification Testing in July of 2016 with a 4-star rating on an 18-pound test dog. Sleepypod’s atom, mini and mobile pet carrier also all passed CPS certification crash testing with 5 stars.

A kennel may be a better fit for a large or squirmy pup than a traditional harness or carrier. While they’re made to accommodate larger pets and therefore take up more space than other car safety options, they’re heavy duty, safe and create a comfortable space just for your pet. The G1 Kennel uses double-wall construction to give twice the impact protection for your furry friend, a strong aluminum frame, reversible doors and a drainage system to keep your pet dry. Plus, the strong carry handles make it easy to load and unload the kennel into the back of the car, a wide base to keep from tipping over, tie-down straps to really hold your pup in place and additional locks to absolutely ensure you dog will not be getting free. The Gunner GI Kennel with strength rated anchor straps passed CPS Certification Testing in June of 2017 with a 5-star rating on a 30-pound test dog for size small, and is the first pet product to receive a dual 5-star crash test rating. It also passed in March 2018 with a 5-star rating on a 45-pound test dog for size medium, and in June 2015 with a 5-star rating on a 75-pound test dog for size intermediate. The large kennel has not yet been crash-tested by CPS.

If you’ve got a good boy who is also a big boy, this kennel accommodates pups up to 110 pounds so you don’t have to worry about their safety while on the road. With reversible doors, a one-handed locking system that lets you open and close the door without putting your bag down, a draining system to keep your dog dry and non-slip rubber feet, there’s a reason this kennel comes with a hefty price tag. This kennel has a bit smaller exterior dimensions than some of the other kennel options while still having comparable interior dimensions and accommodating a large weight, making it great for slightly smaller trunks and narrower door frames without having to sacrifice weight recommendations. The Lucky Kennel with Lucky strength-rated anchor straps passed CPS Certification Testing in April of 2020 with a 5-star rating on a 75-pound test dog for size intermediate and again in April 2021 with a 5-star rating on a 110-pound test dog for size large.

This aluminum dog crate is built like a ventilated safe so you can rest assured that your pup will come out of any car ride safe and secure. Created to protect puppies with even the worst case of the zoomies, not only is this kennel almost impossible to break out of, but it’s durable and easy to clean. Pick from seven crate colors and a variety of sizes to get the right fit for your and your pup. The crate arrives to you fully assembled so you don’t have to mess about trying to put it together, and is created to withstand a variety of falls or nicks that are part of having a pet. The Aluminum Dog Crate with secondary door bolts and strength-rated anchor straps passed CPS Certification Testing in December of 2020 with a 5-star rating on a 50-pound test dog for size medium. The large and extra large crates have not yet been crash-tested by CPS.