Amazon Basics Soft-sided Dog Carrier with Mesh Windows, 42 x 31 x 31 inches, Grey, foldable

This soft-sided dog carrier measures 42 x 31 x 31 inches (LxWxH) and is made of polyester and PVC in grey, so it packs down small when the trip is over. Zippers close the top and front openings, and mesh panels let air through while the dog watches the scenery. A soft fleece pad lines the inside. Carrying options come down to a top handle and a shoulder strap.

Does your dog fit this carrier?

Two limits decide the fit. The carrier is meant for dogs up to 90 pounds and for dogs under 38 x 26 inches in length and height. Take both measurements with the dog standing: nose to the base of the tail for length, and the top of the head to the floor for height. Some dogs exceed one limit and not the other, so check each against your own numbers. The manufacturer adds 4 inches to those measurements as the height and length to look for, and notes that the crate should let the dog stand up and turn around without being cramped.

Mesh panels, pockets and carry options

Screened panels sit on the carrier in several places, which gives ventilation and lets the dog see out. The grey shell is polyester with PVC, and the openings on the top and the front close with zippers. For carrying, the top handle and the shoulder strap offer two options, and pockets on the top and sides hold small items. The carrier folds flat, which keeps it compact when it is stored between trips.

Cleaning and storing the carrier

The soft fleece pad is machine-washable. The carrier folds flat for compact storage. It weighs 5.9 kg (13.01 lb).

Carrying the dog in and out

The carrier has a top opening and a front opening, both closed with zippers. The fit guidance is to measure the dog standing, nose to base of tail and top of head to floor, then add 4 inches to confirm the height and length of the crate.

What comes in the box

• One grey soft-sided dog carrier, model 12002-42GY-APL
• A soft fleece pad that can be machine-washed
• Pockets on the top and sides of the carrier

Questions about this dog carrier

How much does the carrier weigh on its own?

It weighs 5.9 kg (13.01 lb).

What are the outside dimensions?

The carrier measures 42 x 31 x 31 inches, or 106.7 x 78.7 x 78.7 cm.

What is the shell made of?

The shell is polyester and PVC, and the pad inside is fleece.

How many openings does it have?

There are two openings, one on the top and one at the front, and zippers close both.

What customers say

Customers find the pet carrier fantastic, spacious with plenty of room to move around, and easy to set up and break down, making it convenient for travel. Moreover, they appreciate its lightweight design and consider it good value for money. However, the sturdiness receives mixed feedback - while some find it super sturdy, others report it breaking after less than three years of use. Additionally, the zipper durability is a concern, with multiple customers reporting that the zipper fails and can be destroyed within 10 minutes of use.