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product_id: 124876316
title: "Smiling Paws Pets - Airline Approved Pet Carrier - for Small Pets - TSA Approved - Only 9 Inches Tall (17\"x11\"x9\")"
brand: "smiling paws pets"
price: "€ 114.76"
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# Internal safety leash included 4-way expandable design TSA & airline approved Smiling Paws Pets - Airline Approved Pet Carrier - for Small Pets - TSA Approved - Only 9 Inches Tall (17"x11"x9")

**Brand:** smiling paws pets
**Price:** € 114.76
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✈️ Travel Smart, Travel Stylish — Because Your Pet Deserves First Class Too!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Smiling Paws Pets - Airline Approved Pet Carrier - for Small Pets - TSA Approved - Only 9 Inches Tall (17"x11"x9") by smiling paws pets
- **How much does it cost?** € 114.76 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/124876316-smiling-paws-pets-airline-approved-pet-carrier-for-small-pets)

## Best For

- smiling paws pets enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted smiling paws pets brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Yet Roomy:** At just 9 inches tall and perfectly sized for cats and rabbits, it fits snugly under airplane seats.
- • **Built-In Safety Leash:** Open the carrier worry-free; the internal 21" leash keeps your pet secure during feeding or breaks.
- • **Top-Loading Mesh Roof:** Easy access and visibility with a secure, ventilated top zipper—keep an eye on your furry co-pilot.
- • **Expand Your Pet’s Comfort Zone:** Four expandable sides create up to 4x more space, turning economy travel into first-class comfort.
- • **Fly Stress-Free with TSA Approval:** Never face gate agent hassles—this carrier meets all airline and TSA regulations for small pets.

## Overview

The Smiling Paws Pets Airline Approved Pet Carrier is a TSA-compliant, compact carrier designed specifically for small pets like cats and rabbits. Measuring 17"x11"x9", it features a unique 4-way expandable design that multiplies interior space, a top-loading mesh roof for easy access and ventilation, and an internal safety leash to prevent escapes. Lightweight and durable, it fits comfortably under airplane seats, ensuring a smooth, stress-free travel experience for both pet and owner.

## Description

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Review: Excellent for flights - I bought two of these to take my cats on their first flight. They are each 17 lbs. It was a little tight but not bad thanks to the expandable sides. Except when carrying them by hand I had at least one side open in the airport at the gate, when they were on the plane under the seat, and in the car back seat. The extra space and fold down feature worked really well. It was a 3 hour flight but they were in the carriers almost all day with car rides on both ends. One caution, there are a LOT of zippers and some open the carrier at the ends while others extend the ends down. I clipped the zippers that open so the cats wouldn't figure out the zippers and escape, using these zipper pulls which go on and come off quickly and easily: https://www.desertcart.com/gp/product/B07YHBF4RK. The cats were also given anti-anxiety meds and this kept them from clawing at the carrier too much; I also clipped their nails ahead of time and used Feliway. But I don't think they would have clawed through the mesh, it's pretty durable. At security the cats had to be taken out of their carriers and I used this TSA harness (one for each) https://www.desertcart.com/gp/product/B07W1YWYK9/. Between it all it was a remarkably smooth experience, and one I had stressed about for weeks beforehand. I let the cats get used to the carriers before the trip as well, by leaving them out with the sides down. Highly recommend. I don't see how any other carrier would fit under the seat as this one is the smallest and barely made it but fit the space like a glove. I bought extra legroom seats which I recommend as well because the carriers could fit long end under the seat, or short end under the seat which gave you room for your feet on either side. I was able to fit the carrier in short end first and let one side down. The cats slept most of the way and were amazingly good. I don't even think the third passenger in the row realized we had cats.
Review: The only pet carrier acceptable on the rotator! - *ATTENTION MILITARY FAMILIES* This is the only pet carrier that you will find that will fit the requirements for your pet to fly in cabin on the rotator. So yes, get this one! I was flying from Okinawa Japan to the states, if that helps :) My cat was 14lb Maincoon and fit ok in it. When it was completely open expanded (which I did on the plane) he was totally comfortable. I highly recommend getting your pet a portable personal fan to keep them cool. The side pockets are amazing so you can pack travel bowls, food, meds, etc. This bag is very sturdy and had no issues with it. *Extra advise to those worried about your pet being comfortable or if this carrier is too small. Unlike the rotator, other flight companies don’t care lol so grab a larger carrier (backpack style that also expands) pack it in your luggage or carry on if you have room. When you get your bags swap the carriers. When you have to run to your gates with all your luggage and everything else, your going to want your pet secure on you so your shoulder doesn’t give out trying to carry them. Plus my cat was so thankful to stand up after being in the other carrier laying down for some time and be slow to me. Once we got to our gate I expanded the backpack and he could stand up or lay down as he wished. Trust me I so glad I brought a backpack carrier! ***ALSO (if you have a cat) pack a foldable litter box, baggie of litter, pop up tent, foldable water dish, liquid cat treats, disposal cat box liners, personal fan, and wet wipes.*** I hope this helps others trying to PCS. It was a lot to go through but if you have this carrier you won’t run into issues getting on the plane and that’s one less thing to worry about! Good luck! You got this.

## Features

- DESIGNED FOR CATS & RABBITS ONLY: It’s made for cats and other SMALL pets such as rabbits. NOT FOR DOGS. Don’t buy it for your dog and make yourself have to return this. Please measure your pet before you purchase this carrier. Our bag dimensions are the exterior measurements and your pet should be AT LEAST 2 inches smaller on either side for a comfortable travel. Do not select carrier based on weight capacity only.
- AIRLINE & TSA APPROVED: 4 Side Expandable Pet Carrier Bag with open top for your cat or rabbit. Perfect Cat Carrier to transport your cat or (very) small dog safely. Don't turn up to the airport only for the gate agent to tell you the dreaded words "You cannot bring that on the plane". With our TSA Approved Cat Carrier you can be confident of a smooth journey
- 4 WAY EXPANDABLE: You may be sitting in economy, but your cat can enjoy a first class experience thanks to our 4 way expandable pet carrier. Once boarded, simply zip open the 4 sides of this cat carrier to give your furry buddy a space almost 4 times the size of the pet carrier when it's closed.
- Internal Leash: Worried about your pet jumping out of the bag when you open it? We've got you covered. This luxury carrier comes with an included 21" leash that attaches to the inside. You can now safely open it and feed your pet without them escaping.
- Top-Loading Roof, With Zipper & Velcro Mesh: The pet carrier comes with a top entry zipper, for easy access to your pet when the carrier is sitting at your feet while you're on the airplane. The mesh roof also lets you see your pet from above, even while it's closed.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07M7C95QS |
| ASIN  | B07M7C95QS |
| Best Sellers Rank | #140,773 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #317 in Dog Soft-Sided Carriers |
| Brand Name | Smiling Paws Pets |
| Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,796) |
| Date First Available | January 7, 2019 |
| Date First Available  | January 7, 2019 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 11 x 4 x 16 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9.72 x 6.93 x 3.35 inches |
| Item Weight | 5.9 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Smiling Paws Pets |
| Manufacturer  | Smiling Paws Pets |
| Material | Polyester |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 11 x 4 x 16 inches; 5.93 ounces |
| Size | 17.0"L x 11.0"W x 9.0"H |
| Style | Safety |
| Target Audience Keyword | dogs, house-cats |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Smiling Paws Pets
- **Color:** Black
- **Material:** Polyester
- **Product Dimensions:** 17"L x 11"W x 9"H
- **Special Feature:** Airline Approved,Expandable,Zippers

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for flights
*by K***M on June 12, 2021*

I bought two of these to take my cats on their first flight. They are each 17 lbs. It was a little tight but not bad thanks to the expandable sides. Except when carrying them by hand I had at least one side open in the airport at the gate, when they were on the plane under the seat, and in the car back seat. The extra space and fold down feature worked really well. It was a 3 hour flight but they were in the carriers almost all day with car rides on both ends. One caution, there are a LOT of zippers and some open the carrier at the ends while others extend the ends down. I clipped the zippers that open so the cats wouldn't figure out the zippers and escape, using these zipper pulls which go on and come off quickly and easily: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YHBF4RK. The cats were also given anti-anxiety meds and this kept them from clawing at the carrier too much; I also clipped their nails ahead of time and used Feliway. But I don't think they would have clawed through the mesh, it's pretty durable. At security the cats had to be taken out of their carriers and I used this TSA harness (one for each) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W1YWYK9/. Between it all it was a remarkably smooth experience, and one I had stressed about for weeks beforehand. I let the cats get used to the carriers before the trip as well, by leaving them out with the sides down. Highly recommend. I don't see how any other carrier would fit under the seat as this one is the smallest and barely made it but fit the space like a glove. I bought extra legroom seats which I recommend as well because the carriers could fit long end under the seat, or short end under the seat which gave you room for your feet on either side. I was able to fit the carrier in short end first and let one side down. The cats slept most of the way and were amazingly good. I don't even think the third passenger in the row realized we had cats.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The only pet carrier acceptable on the rotator!
*by B***A on July 20, 2022*

*ATTENTION MILITARY FAMILIES* This is the only pet carrier that you will find that will fit the requirements for your pet to fly in cabin on the rotator. So yes, get this one! I was flying from Okinawa Japan to the states, if that helps :) My cat was 14lb Maincoon and fit ok in it. When it was completely open expanded (which I did on the plane) he was totally comfortable. I highly recommend getting your pet a portable personal fan to keep them cool. The side pockets are amazing so you can pack travel bowls, food, meds, etc. This bag is very sturdy and had no issues with it. *Extra advise to those worried about your pet being comfortable or if this carrier is too small. Unlike the rotator, other flight companies don’t care lol so grab a larger carrier (backpack style that also expands) pack it in your luggage or carry on if you have room. When you get your bags swap the carriers. When you have to run to your gates with all your luggage and everything else, your going to want your pet secure on you so your shoulder doesn’t give out trying to carry them. Plus my cat was so thankful to stand up after being in the other carrier laying down for some time and be slow to me. Once we got to our gate I expanded the backpack and he could stand up or lay down as he wished. Trust me I so glad I brought a backpack carrier! ***ALSO (if you have a cat) pack a foldable litter box, baggie of litter, pop up tent, foldable water dish, liquid cat treats, disposal cat box liners, personal fan, and wet wipes.*** I hope this helps others trying to PCS. It was a lot to go through but if you have this carrier you won’t run into issues getting on the plane and that’s one less thing to worry about! Good luck! You got this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The perfect pet carrier.
*by P***P on February 8, 2020*

This carrier was exactly what I needed. I needed a pet carrier to pick up our new puppy from the airport. I searched stores and anything and everything on line. There are many that say they will fit on a plane. You really need to go by the requirements the airline you are traveling with. They all are different and so are the bags! This bag has the exact requirements Alaska airlines/horizon require. I brought home a fluffy 15lb sheepadoodle puppy in it. He didn’t have a lot of room to move but enough for him to lay down The sides were soft enough he was able to turn around in it. Each end expands open and we opened one end to give him a little more room. This carrier is perfect for a smaller dog, puppy or cat. There are plenty of zippered pouches to put potty pads, treats or whatever. The shoulder strap was nice, thick, durable and comfortable for carrying. This bag is not tall, as you can tell from the pictures. My puppy looks squished in but he did have room There is not much room for standing unless you have a small pet. I went with the airline requirements and this bag fit perfect under the seat with no problems. This bag is perfect for any type of traveling and I highly recommend it. I wish I could use it again but I have no small pets.

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