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✈️ Airline & Flight Travel
🧳 Under-Seat Carry-On
🌬️ Cabin Ventilation
✈️ Petskd Top and Side Expandable Pet Carrier 17x11x9.5 Inches Alaska Airline Approved, Soft-Sided Carrier for Small Cats and Dogs with Locking Safety Zippers and Anti-Scratch Mesh(Black) — Airline-Approved Dog Carrier Review & Current Price
This flight-travel review focuses on what matters for cabin flights: under-seat compatibility, ventilation, secure closures,
comfort for longer boarding/layovers, and ease of carrying through airports.
🧭 How This Flight Carrier Was Evaluated
- 📏 Under-seat fit (dimensions, flexibility, structure)
- 🧾 Airline-policy alignment (size limits vary by airline/aircraft)
- 🌬️ Ventilation and airflow (mesh coverage)
- 🔒 Security (zippers, clip points, closure reliability)
- 🧳 Airport handling (carry comfort, stability while walking)
- 🧼 Cleaning (removable pad, wipeable materials)
Images ·
Flight Fit Check ·
Boarding & Layovers ·
Price ·
Overview ·
Pros & Cons ·
Final Assessment ·
FAQ
📸 Product Images
📏 Flight Fit Check (Under-Seat Compatibility)
- 🧾 Compare the carrier’s listed perceived dimensions with your airline’s under-seat requirements
- 🐕 Confirm your dog can turn and lie down comfortably inside the interior space
- 🧳 Soft-sided carriers typically compress better under the seat during flight
🛫 Boarding & Layovers (What Matters in Airports)
- 🧳 Carry comfort: strap/handles for longer terminal walks
- 🔒 Secure closures: reduces risk during security checks and crowded gates
- 🌬️ Ventilation: useful during boarding lines and delays
- 🧼 Easy cleanup: helpful for long travel days
💰 Current Amazon Price
Price & availability details
⚙️ Airline & Flight Travel Overview
🌟 Pros & Cons
- ✈️ Built around in-cabin flight needs
- 🌬️ Breathable mesh for airflow
- 🧳 Comfortable to carry through airports
- 🔒 Secure closures for travel environments (model dependent)
- 📏 Under-seat clearance varies by airline and aircraft
- 🐕 Fit depends on dog measurements and carrier interior space
📝 Product Details
Product description
More Space for Pet
The pop up top creates more space while waiting between planes.
Airline Approved
Push down the top to fit under the seat on board.
Safety and Fashion
Pretty strong mesh and lockable zippers can effectively prevent pets from escaping.
1 Waiting for a Flight
2 On The Plane
3 Daily Use
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Customer Reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars 474
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,554
4.7 out of 5 stars 987
4.6 out of 5 stars 96
4.6 out of 5 stars 145
4.7 out of 5 stars 718
4.5 out of 5 stars 41
Price
EUR 64.86EUR64.86
EUR 51.21EUR51.21
EUR 36.72EUR36.72
EUR 76.83EUR76.83
EUR 93.95EUR93.95
EUR 51.24EUR51.24
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Dimensions(L x W x H)
17x13x9.5Inches
17x13x9.5Inches
17x13x9.5Inches
19x13x9 inches
36x17x17Inches
24x17x17Inches
23.6×15.7×13.7Inches
Weight Limit
12lb
12lb
12lb
15lb
80lb
55lb
35lb
Color
black
black
black
blue, black, purple
black
black, grey
black
Usage Scenario
southwest airlines, travel
southwest airlines, travel
southwest airlines, travel
pet carrier for airline travel
hospital, car travel
cat carrier for car travel
cat carrier for car travel
Anti-Escape Safety Features
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Product Dimensions : 17 x 11 x 9.5 inches; 3.3 Pounds
Item model number : KDB012-Black-S
Date First Available : October 27, 2022
Manufacturer : Petskd
ASIN : B0CG945PZ4
Best Sellers Rank: #7,425 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #11 in Dog Soft-Sided Carriers
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【CHECK SIZE BEFORE BUYING】In order to fit the under-seat dimensions of airlines, this carrier can only fit small dogs and cats. We recommend that the pet size you carry be within 14″L x 8″W x 10″H(this carrer’s inner size), please choose the carrier reference your pet’s length and height. Reference pet weight: dog weight under 10LBS and cat weight under 12LBS.
【AIRLINE APPROVED CARRIER 】Unfolded size:17″L×(11+5.5)”W×(9.5+3.5)”H, Petskd pet carrier is TSA approved and can be placed under the seat in the cabin, it is mainly designed for ①Alaska Airlines:17x11x9.5″, but also in compliance with ②Southwest Airlines:18.5×13.5×9.5″ ③Delta Airlines:18x11x11″ ④United Airlines:18x11x11″ ⑤American airlines:18x11x11″. We recommend you buy this carrier when you fly with the above-mentioned airlines. When you take the carrier on airplane, please fold the top and side expansion areas for the size of airline seat.
【BETTER VENTILATION】Petskd pet carrier has mesh ventilation on 5 sides for good ventilation and good viewing—perfect for your pet to look out and for you to check on your pet; the dog carrier has 3 openings, and each opening has two non-slip zippers to ensure pet safety.
【SAFE DESIGN】Soft dog travel carrier bag upgraded structural design of stainless steel and Fiber rod that makes our dog carrier bags for small dogs will not be out of shape or sagged and the top does not collapse, pet dog carrier bag preferable stability. Built-in adjustable rope buckle, easy to lock the collar. Zipped snap lock to avoid pets to open or grab open the zipper.
【DURABLE MATERIAL】Made of waterproof, non-toxic, scratch-resistant polyester fabric material, waterproof and wear-resistant; after comparing similar products, we upgraded the mesh material to effectively prevent pets from tearing the mesh with their nails and prevent pets from falling out of the carrier.
【EXPANDABLE LARGE SPACE】By unfolding the 2 expansion areas, pets can gain an additional 80% of space to move around. The top expansion is great for your pet to sit or stand. The side expansion area allows your cat to lie down and stretch out on the go. The expandable cat carrier bag also creates a safe environment to avoid stress reactions.
【QUALITY GUARANTEE】Petskd offers a 12 months after-sale service, quality problems within 12 months can be replaced on new models. So if you have any problems with your product, please contact us we will get back to you as soon as possible within 24 hours.
🏁 Final Assessment
As an airline-approved dog carrier for airline & flight travel, this option is most appropriate for
owners seeking an under-seat, in-cabin carrier with ventilation and travel handling suited to airports, boarding lines, and flights.
Performance depends on matching the carrier’s dimensions to airline requirements and choosing the correct size for the dog.
- ✅ Best match: in-cabin pet travelers with small dogs
- ✅ Best use: flights, airports, and layovers
- ✅ Priority features: under-seat fit, airflow, secure closures
❓ FAQ: Airline & Flight Travel
Does “airline-approved” mean it fits every airline?
No. Under-seat dimensions and pet policies vary by airline and aircraft. Compatibility depends on carrier measurements and airline limits.
What matters most for in-cabin flights?
Under-seat fit, ventilation, secure closures, and carry comfort for airports and boarding lines.
How do I choose the right size for my dog?
Compare your dog’s length/height to the carrier’s interior dimensions listed on the retailer page.
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