MidWest Homes for Pets Spree Soft-sided Carrier for Pets, 22-Inch, Blue

For travel with a cat or a very small dog, this soft-sided pet carrier from MidWest Homes for Pets pairs a plastic shell with a plastic door that has locking tabs. The 22-inch carrier measures 19.2 x 13.5 x 12.2 inches inside, so the space a pet has to sit and turn is set before you pack. It weighs 1.1 kg (2.42 lb) empty and comes in blue.

Checking the size against your pet

The manufacturer lists this carrier for extra-small dog breeds that reach no more than 18 inches long and 12 pounds as adults, and names cats as the target audience. Measure your pet's length and height before ordering and leave 1 to 2 inches of wiggle room on top of those figures. A pet longer than 18 inches or heavier than 12 pounds falls outside the stated limit, and so does one that fills the 19.2 x 13.5 x 12.2-inch interior even with that allowance.

Door, shell and vents

The door is plastic with locking tabs, and the brand notes that it gives timid pets added privacy. Its hinge is set by the tab position, so the door swings open in either direction. A polypropylene shell forms the body and is described as tough and resistant to cracks and everyday wear. Ventilated sides run along the carrier to maintain airflow and visibility. A carrying handle is built into the top.

Putting it together and travelling with it

Assembly takes no tools and the manufacturer describes it as quick. The Spree latches and the plastic door are the parts included with the carrier, and the latches are what hold the door shut. Recommended use is travelling, and the specific use listed is indoor.

Wiping down the carrier

The carrier wipes down for cleanup. That is the care method the manufacturer gives for the plastic shell and door.

Which details should I confirm before ordering?

How big is the inside of the carrier?

The interior measures 19.2 x 13.5 x 12.2 inches. The outside of the carrier measures 20.7 x 13.2 x 14.1 inches.

How heavy a dog can go in it?

The manufacturer gives a limit of 12 pounds and 18 inches in adult length for extra-small breeds. A heavier or longer dog is outside that limit.

How much room should I leave around my pet?

The brand advises 1 to 2 inches of wiggle room beyond your pet's measured length and height. Measure both before you compare them with the 19.2 x 13.5 x 12.2-inch interior.

Does the door open both ways?

Depending on the tab setting, the door can be made to open either way. The door has locking tabs and is made of plastic.

What comes in the box?

The pack contains the Spree latches and the plastic door. The carrier assembles without tools.

How much does the carrier weigh?

It weighs 1.1 kg (2.42 lb). The shell is polypropylene and the door is plastic.