How to Choose the Right Dog Carrier for You and Your Dog

There is an ever growing assortment of dog carriers on the
market today. People continue to look for smaller dogs to add to
their home and families. Consequently, the demand for dog
carriers is higher than ever.

How do you decide which carrier to choose from the growing
assortment? What size is your dog? What is your budget? What is
your particular or unique style? Once you answer those questions
you are well on your way to finding the perfect dog carrier for
you and your dog. The smaller dogs are best transported in dog
carriers.

When you have a dog that weighs 15 pounds or more it will
difficult to carry that dog in an over the shoulder carrier. You
might opt for a suitcase style carrier in this case. If your dog
weighs over 9 pounds, you might as well forget about a fashion
carrier. You will need a practical carrier. The dog world of
fashion does cater to the smaller teacup breeds. These are dogs
anywhere from 2 to 7 pounds in weight. If your dog fits this
category you will have a wider array of choices and fashion
styles. Whatever you do, don’t buy a carrier that is too large
for your dog. You want a carrier that your dog can snuggle and
stretch in comfortably. Place a soft blanket or piece of soft
fleece material and your dog’s favorite toy in the carrier. Your
budget will determine what type and how many carriers you can
buy. Top of the line dog carriers are made of luxurious leather.
Some of these carriers look as good as your own luxurious
leather handbag. They can resemble your own handbag so well in
fact that you can pretty well go anywhere with your dog
undetected, which is becoming more and more appealing for dog
owners who do not like to leave their dogs behind even when they
go out to eat. The faux leathers and designer fabrics are also
very popular. These are not necessarily cheaper, however. The
materials offer consumers a greater variety in design and
colors. Be sure the carrier you purchase has the following: 1. A
safety snaps to clip onto your dog’s collar to prevent your dog
from jumping out. 2. Adequate ventilation at both ends of the
carrier at least, preferably also at the top of the dog carrier.
3. A comfortable and easy clean interior. 4. Storage pockets for
treats and other necessities is a nice extra feature.