Pet carrier

Pet carriers are small portable boxes/cages used to transport small animals such as cats, lap dogs, guinea pigs (etc...) from one location to another.

The two main types are the front openers (these are generally tough plastic boxes with a metal door) and top openers (theses are generally more like cages with a hinged roof), although there are other types. There is a handle on top of all types, although some are easier to carry in your arms rather than using the handle.

There are different types and styles of pet carriers available on the market, according to one's specific needs. There are special pet carriers for when traveling by airplane, car and also according to the pet's weight and size. There are the airline pet carriers, backpack pet carriers, pet car carriers, large or small pet carriers, sherpa carriers as well as soft pet carriers.

Airline pet carriers can be used when traveling by plane for 6 hours the most. Most of the airlines allow travelers to bring their pet on board if they are comfortably accommodated into an airline-approved pet carrier. Only small dogs and cats can go in the cabin and some airlines might not even allow them in, so they have to be in the cargo hold. For flights that last more than 6 hours pets will safely travel by cargo, in especially designed crates. Mostly, when flying there are some specifications and requirements that airlines require in order to make sure that the pet as well as the other passengers travel safely and comfortable. The general rule is that the carrier must fit underneath the seat in the front of the owner and it must have a waterproof bottom. Also, the carrier must be as big as the pet has enough space to turn around, stand up and lie down. Furthermore, the kennel has to be ventilated on at least three sides nowadays. Most of these requirements are however met in the case of longer lasting flights. Crates that are used in cargo travel must have a metal door that is strong enough to prevent the pet bending it in any way. Also, there are the pet kennels which can be used in cargo travel and which must have attached the name of the owner, address and also a "Live Animal This Side Up" notice.

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