Features:

  • TOP-LOADING DOOR: Wide, top-entry door allows easy access inside the dog and cat kennel to place or remove pets
  • VENTILATION AND VISIBILITY: Openings on all sides of the pet kennel allow pets to enjoy the flow of fresh air; grated front and top-load steel doors allow pets maximum visibility for stress-free travel
  • STURDY FOR TRAVEL: Small dog kennel is secured with a durable wingnut-and-bolt design, an the steel top-load door is reinforced with durable plastic to keep pets protected
  • COMFORT-GRIP HANDLE: Durable, ergonomic handle is securely anchored in the steel top-loading door for safe and comfortable transport of the pet carrier
  • EASY-OPEN LATCH: Secure pet doors feature easy-squeeze latches that can be conveniently opened with one hand
  • SMALL PET CRATE IN 4 COLORS: Pet parents can choose between four pearlescent color combinations for an attractive travel carrier or home kennel
  • AIR TRAVEL APPROVED: While airline travel requirements vary, Petmate's Top Door Top Load Kennel meets most airline cargo specifications; Air Travel Kits available for purchase separately
  • PLACE OF MANUFACTURE: Plastic made in the USA. Perfect tool for housetraining
Leaves the competition in the dust!...

Have seen tons of cat/dog carriers in the past while working in a spay/neuter clinic here in Chicago, and this carrier beats the competition hands down. Not only does it fasten super securely with the enclosed hard plastic nuts and bolts that assemble easily with your hands (no screwdriver needed), the carrier came with five extra bolts and six extra plastic nuts. Major kudos for that, as carriers are notorious for losing those pieces of hardware inadvertently over time, so those go into the important drawer for possible future use. The carrier body parts are made of hard, adequately thick plastic, with an easy-opening front door that fit perfectly into the machined holes in the top part of the carrier. The *HUGE* plus is that this carrier opens from the top, for which the intended passengers give two paws up as seen in the attached photo. I can't endorse/recommend this carrier enough. While it weighs a bit compared to some thinner plastic carriers, it's clear that over time it will last way longer than those others, most of which cost more money. This is a super value!

Pet Perfect for my Pups!

This is an unbelievable deal, for me anyway. I have two pet pups that measure around 5-5.5lbs/10-11inches tall (from head to toe standing) and the other weighing 8-8.5lbs/11-12inches tall. I was looking for a carrier that could hold them both together comfortable because separating them isn't going to work for them, no matter if they're on the outs with each other, lol. When I searched for a pet carrier for two pets, I never found one so I just combined their weights together and compared the measurements of their old carrier which was a little too big. I'll add photos to show a better view for you all. Oh yes, I forgot to brag that the assembly was easy and came with extra bolts and butterfly type screws which is a huge plus if for any reason you (I most definitely will,lol) may lose any in the future, maybe taking apart to clean per say. Last but not least, it has a second door, isn't that awesome! My husband and I love the color and the unit fits right underneath our end tables in the living room. Couldn't ask for a better product! Many thanks and blessings!

Awesome carrier

About a year ago, my boyfriend and I adopted a six month old kitten and of course, we needed a carrier for her, so we got a smaller Petmate carrier. As she grew, we realized it was getting a little small for her. We took her on a trip to Florida in it and although she could lay down fine, there was absolutely no room for her to stand. When we adopted our second kitten last September, we knew that we had to get something bigger so we could put both of the cats in it if we needed to. At the end of November, we decided we were going to Minnesota for Christmas and were bringing the cats with us, so I got on Amazon and started looking at carriers. We were debating between this and the Aspen Pet Taxi Fashion Kennel, also by Petmate, because it was a bigger version of our old one. Both of the carriers we looked at were of the larger size, NOT small. The size of this carrier was the 24". We liked the Aspen Pet Taxi because it had two compartments on the top for holding treats, which was great, but we ultimately decided on this carrier because of the two door option. I must say, this was absolutely the right choice. The top door allows more light in and makes the carrier feel more open instead of a cramped little compartment. Also, the two door option allows us two different ways to put the cats in, which we have found using the top door makes life much easier (not as much struggling!). The biggest plus is that not only can a cat sit up in this carrier, both of our cats fit comfortably in it with plenty of room to move around. The cats stayed in the carrier for the majority of the trip to Minnesota, but I think that had to do with them feeling more comfortable in the carrier than out in the open car since we would leave the carrier open at home and let them explore as they wanted. I bought this carrier for only $28, which was an absolute steal in my opinion, and am waiting for the price to come down closer to $30 to buy another one since it would be nice for each cat to have her own. The only downside is that because it is so large and the cat has room to move around, it is very unsteady to carry it since the cat moves her weight back and forth from the front to the back. However, this is a very small issue that does not affect my rating of this carrier. As far as the price goes on Amazon compared to other stores (PetSmart, PetCo, Walmart, etc.) it is about the same everywhere I looked, maybe a little cheaper on Amazon. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend this carrier, not only for cats but for smaller dogs as well. Even at $36, it is still a good deal. UPDATE: Since I've had some comments about having two cats in one carrier, I thought I'd clarify a little in my review. The one cat was a year and a half and the other a six month old kitten who wasn't full grown yet. We only had the carrier doors closed when we were getting in and out of the car and when we were in high traffic areas. Other than that, the cats had free roam of the car and access to a litter box but chose to sleep in the carrier together most of the time. Once our kitten had reached adult size, we bought another one of these carriers and currently use both when traveling or taking the cats to the vet. We could probably manage to use one carrier for both cats when making short trips, the vet's office for example, but the carrier can get quite heavy and hard to carry with two cats inside.

Dana Review

Door goes in groove not pre-drilled holes. Thanks to the other reviews I was aware of this. See photos. Great carrier for the price. Super easy to assemble and arrived quickly. The top door is sturdy and stay closed and secure. Carrier cane with easy directions and extra parts. My cats are 13lbs. and 8lbs. You can fit both in case you gave to evacuate for a hurricane. I order the carrier for 15 lbs. plenty of room and carrier is light weight but not chinchy.

Vet visits became so much easier

I wish I got this a long time ago. The plastic is a lot thicker than I thought it would be, I didn't imagine this to be as heavy duty as it is. I hardly ever use the side door, the top door is so much easier. Gone are the days of shoving my cat in upside down and sideways and narrowly avoiding claws in my face. With the top loading all I have to do is pick up the cat and drop her in without her even realizing what happened. It is also a pretty big carrier, so if you have a larger cat I would suggest getting this. My cat is a female maine coon mix so she weighs almost 10 lbs at her skinny weight. The other cat carriers made for typical house cats were too small for her. This is maybe a little big for her but it's better than the one that was too small. The top loading door is also pretty sturdy, I was worried that it would bend when I picked up the carrier but I've had no problems with it moving at all.

Makes Life Easier

I purchased mine for ~$42 - Sold by and fulfilled by Amazon.com. PROS * Sturdy and well made - Included treat tray attaches to the door and is a quality bonus * Opening/closing mechanisms work smoothly * Both the top and bottom close securely * Can hold my ten pound cat and give her enough room to lie down - Ample room to move around ** I can safely comfort my cat, because I can quickly open/close the top and not have concern for her getting out - A big plus, when I make trips to/from the vet * The carry handle is attached to the top door, but, while carrying, the top door remains securely shut - The handle, itself, is good CONS * Heavy - Because it is not flimsily made * A little bulky - No points deducted for the cons OVERALL, an intelligent and excellent product.

The top loading and side loading is great. The screw-together format for the top and bottom ...

As you can see, my cat loves the carrier. The top loading and side loading is great. The screw-together format for the top and bottom keeps the carrier together much better compared to the 'clip' together that other carriers have.

Excellent top load! Love size, quality & design!

I spent a lot of time reading reviews on Amazon & other sites. I was looking for a high quality, top load carrier with 2 easy to open/close doors. I also wanted nuts instead if side latches to be sure the carrier didn't fall apart when carrrying a cat. I read about other carrier's top doors falling open due to latch failures (either poor design or confusion on how to close/they thought it was latched), doors that were difficult to open or close, and some difficult to assemble or poor quality control. This one had the best reviews. I am very happy! This is a great size & had all of the above features I was looking for. I love the latches on both doors, they are easy to work & don't hurt your hand trying to open/close. The top door is an excellent design & I don't worry about it not being latched properly. I like that the nuts are large & ergonomic and that they give you extra in case you lose some. This is a safe & secure cat carrier that's easy to use. Highly recommend! ☆ I read some reviews that said the front door wouldn't close or wouldn't fit into the holes. After getting mine, I thought I had the same problem as I assembled it. But luckily I read a good review that explained how to assemble the door properly. The front door vertical bar (the one opposite the latch) does NOT go inside the round holes. It goes inside the rectangular indented area next to the holes. The door will appear Rio be the wrong size & will not close if you put the bar inside the holes. I'm not sure what the holes are for, but I think they should remove them since they are confusing. Or at least make better instructions. That's my only complaint

cat SUV

This is an excellent carrier for larger cats. My cats range between 13-18 lbs and this case is great. The label says ideal for pets 10-20 lbs, 19 inches long and 11" floor to back. Label also says carrier meets international and domestic air travel requirements. and it is eco friendly: 95% pre-consumer recycled plastic. My vet was impressed too!

Homes, Homes on the floor...

Having just adopted brother and sister kittens that are so adorable they deserve nothing but the best, I chose the Petmate two door top load pet kennel. When the two kennels arrived I felt like I had won the lottery. There are so many to choose from and I wanted one that was safe, secure and attractive and the Petmates checked the box on each level. To get the 5 month old kittens used to the kennels, I put them on the floor, side by side, with the front doors open. It only took minutes for them to look them over and decide to walk inside. I had also ordered MidWest Quiet Time Pet Beds (fleece~~22" x 13") for them and they fit perfectly. The side-by-side kennels reminded me of travel trailers (which they are in the end) so we call the space they occupy the "Trailer Park". The kittens are often in their "trailer homes" napping and I feel sure when I need to take them to the Vet's they won't be as spooked as if it was brand new. I heartily recommend you consider this product and the bed as well.

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