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✈️ 19x13x9 TSA Approved top Expandable pet Carrier for Small Dog Puppy cat up to 10 lbs Weight and 18” Length, for Southwest Spirit Canada Airlines — 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)
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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
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airlines best match
southwest spirit air canada
delta american united
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jetblue
allegiant frontier
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recommended weight
small pet up to 10 lbs
small pet up to 8-10lbs
small pet up to 8 lbs
extra-small pet up to 6 lbs
extra-small pet up to 5 lbs
extra-small pet up to 6 lbs
extra-small pet up to 6 lbs
recommended length
small pet up to 18 in
small pet up to 16 in
small pet up to 16 in
extra-small pet up to 16 in
extra-small pet up to 16 in
extra-small pet up to 17.5 in
extra-small pet up to 16in
style
top expandable
top and 1 side expandable
top and 1 side expandable
top and 1 side expandable
top expandable
side expandable
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FOR Spirit Southwest Air Canada 
NOTICE:different airlines has different requirements about carrier size,please contact airlines to confirm this carrier is approved or not.
this carrier is NOT APPROVED BY DELTA UNITED AMERICAN ALASKA AIRLINES
Measure your pet firstly 
fit well: small pet 5-10 lbs
too large : extra-small pet under 5 lbs
a little small: pet 10-12 lbs
too small: pet beyond 13 lbs.different pet have different weight and length,the above is for reference only,this carrier can carry a pet which length is shorter than 18” generally.
Top Expandable Mode
car travel,like drive to airport or vet visit
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
Top Expandable Mode
waiting for boarding in airport
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
Top Expandable Mode
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
Top Fold Mode
press the top down and put carrier underseat
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
1 short distance car trip
2 waiting for flying
3 Carry your pet
4 Fly in cabin
Match All Your Needs in Travel 
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
WHY CHOOSE THIS CARRIER?
All entering ports in this carrier have a double zipper lock to prevent pet escaping.
WHY CHOOSE THIS CARRIER?
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
WHY CHOOSE THIS CARRIER?
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
WHY CHOOSE THIS CARRIER?
for small pet length<18” and weight UNDER 10 lbs
1 Double Zipper Locks
2 Durable Mesh
3 Metal D-shape buckle hook
4 No bad chemical smell
Product Dimensions : 19 x 13 x 9 inches; 4.25 Pounds
Item model number : 19139top
Date First Available : May 7, 2024
Manufacturer : chengjian
ASIN : B0D3HS62MN
Best Sellers Rank: #20,402 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #46 in Dog Soft-Sided Carriers
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↓↓【Something You Need To Read Before Purchase】→→ 1.Recommended size :【Length of small dog is shorter than 18”,weight is under 10 lbs(cat up to 12 lbs), dog 6-10 lbs fit best,too large for dog under 5 lbs,a little small for dog 10-12 lbs,and too small for dog beyond 13 lbs】Please measure your pet length firstly,length is more important than weight to judge a pet can be carried or not. Make sure your pet is shorter than 18”,width is less than 13″.DO NOT BUY THIS FOR adult medium / large dog or large cat to avoid wasting your money and time.
【FOR Southwest / Spirit / Air Canada】 size of carrier is 19(L) x 13(W) x 9(H),it can be putted under the seat in cabin,it match the requirement of some airlines like Air Canada.It is a bit oversize than requirement of Southwest / Spirit,but it can be underseat in their flights,and airlines will approve this carrier as a soft-sided style in most situations. IT IS NOT APPROVED BY DELTA\UNITED AMERICAN ALASKA.
【Expandable Top provide more space for your pet】 This carrier have a 3.5” height expandable top(fully extended),you can fold it down to put carrier under seat in cabin and pull it up to giving more space for pet in other travel time.Not like other similar products, expandable top in our product have a 5 sides meshes to provide better Air mobility and 360 degrees visual field for your pet.
【Stable and safety】 2 hard metal frames in 2 sides to keep stable and prevent collapse,frames only has a little elasticity to keep shape well,them can only bend to a few lower height(9 inchs to 8.5 inches),a hard wood padding to prevent bottom sinking. Double zipper lock,anti-scratch mesh and a tether in carrier to prevent pet escaping.
【A carrier for multi use,match your needs in travel】 this carrier also work in a short-medium distance car trip,like vet visit.Adjustable shoulder strap make carrying easily,2 pockets with zippers for storing objects for your pet in travel,soft padding in bottom is washable by hand.A adaptive training(load your pet into carrier and keep it away from anxiety) for your pet before travel is important.
【1 year warranty policy】We provide a one-year warranty for the quality of our product.Included zippers uckleshooks abric.Damage by improper use mesh damage by animal bite and scratch are not included.
🏁 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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