Traveling w/2 smallish cats (17 lbs), Hawaiian airlines, frm JFK-Oahu, 1st class (more rm., airline said OK). Lrg or XLrg size better?
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Depends on how large your cats are, but I can't imagine two cats fitting in the large bag. You'll be squeezing them into the xtra large.
1371769
i would vote for more room if it can fit under the seat. That way they can move position. It's a long flight.
1371770
This pet carrier is wonderful! it's big enough to fit both of my adult cats comfortable with room for them to move around and it's lightweight so it's easy to carry. It's also made very well, sturdy. Best pet carrier out there in my opinion!
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I have the extra large that I fly with my 14 lb sheltie. It is a little more difficult to fit under the seat. You have to get down and put the first rib past the floatation thing under the seat. If the cats get along really well you should be able to use the Large, but I recommend the XLrg.
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I'm sorry, I'm not able to accurately answer your question! Haven't flown in years, but I will measure it from top to bottom and front to rear and you'll at least know what the dimensions are on the large size. I know a full grown cat would not be especially happy if not in a large...
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I traveled with the small version of this on Southwest and I still had room under the seat so I believe the big one would fit as well... besides when I flew they never really checked to make sure the bag was allllll the way under the seat and so I left it just basically at my feet then during the flight in my lap so I could comfort my little kitten inside. Since these squish down some I do not see it being an issue. I am going to be ordering the large size soon though since my kitten has outgrown the small size and will be flying with it in about 3 weeks.
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I would go with the XL. They are large enough to fit your hammock AND rainfly without having to take anything down. I've taken my hammock down in some pretty rough weather, moved on to the next site and set up again without ever getting anything wet. It's awesome. Enjoy your Hennessey. It's a good day to hang.
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It depends on her size. If she's over 8lbs you might not be able to squeeze her in. I have a (normal-sized= not overweight) 10lb Coton that is about 11 inches tall and I couldn't get her even halfway --- the bag is VERY narrow and small. This bag is probably best suited for slim-built dogs, such as miniature pinschers, slim chihuahas, mini-Yorkies, mini-poodles that aren't much over 5 lbs. (Wider-built dogs like pugs or French bulldogs won't fit.) Most full-grown cats wouldn't fit in this bag. The bag itself is cute and would fit EASILY under the seat in an international flight (the seats reserved for travelling with pets). I used the Sherpa Original Deluxe Pet Carrier, Large, Black to fly with my dog from Switzerland to LA and back and she was fine for over 13 hours. It just fit under the seat and I didn't have hardly any leg room at all. (The new planes are tight in Economy Class and I am only 5ft2") but she was able to stretch out on her back in the bag and had a really comfortable flight! I haven't used the Sherpa bag on a domestic flight yet. I hope that info helps!
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I have a 'fluffy' cat that weighs more - she does not like to discuss, and she fits fine plus the zippers make it easy to access them. Just make certain you belt in the carrier! Have a safe trip.
1234321
My miniature poodle weighs 11.5 lbs and was comfortable with the carrier closed. He was even more at ease with it open and able to stretch his legs to the other side once we were on the plane. You should consider how long they will be traveling with the carrier closed. Is your drive to the airport a half an hour, then security, then another hour and a half at the gate. Your cats may fit, but will they cuddle for that length of time before opening the carrier to full size?
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I traveled with my Boston Terrier on a Southwest airlines flight, the carrier fit comfortably underneath the middle aisle seat. I did purchase a carry on travel tote with wheels at Kohl's (collapsed, easy to store in the overhead bin). The Sherpa fit perfectly the tote and made it super easy to navigate throughout the airport - highly recommend a travel tote along with the Sherpa.
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Worked great for traveling with a kitten. Bag fit under the airplane seat. It isn't terribly wide or long (height should be fine). I would measure your dog and check bag dimensions before purchase.
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Marilynoz, I am sure that this carrying case will work just fine for you. The case is soft, but both ends of the case are semi-firm. Just enough so that the case retains it shape, but flexible enough that you can collapse the ends down to fit under seat in front you. My two Shih Tzus did well, on their first flight. An international 6.5 hour flight, not including the long wait at the airport needed for international hops. My dogs are 8 and 9lbs and I opted for a separate carry bag for both of them. But your kitties might be able to tolerate one anthers company in the same carry case on a less lengthy journey. Happy Travels!!
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Xl is the bigger of the two. Bigger turkey to fry more thing to fry at at once.
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I think large would be fine for your dog. My terrier mix is about 19lbs and probably a few inches taller and I got the XL. You probably won't get hassled from any airlines with the large which is also nice.
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You better check with United. I think they only allow certain dimensions. The extra large would probably be too big. Delta is the only airline I found who seemed flexible. They had one plane with a larger area under the seat in first class,but I am not sure with aircraft it was. It was like a 700 or 900. I never ended up using the carrier because it was for transporting a rescue dog (cairn terrier 14 lbs). The foster parents wanted to drive him. Good luck.
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I'd go for the large. I have a Himalayan cat and at 7 pounds the large gives her plenty of room to stand up and turn around but I wouldn't go any smaller. She loves it.
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Go with the large. It's 19" long, 9-1/2" wide and 13" high if that will be large enough. I gotmine because my cat breed is large & will be close to 20# when full grown. Will be cozy, none too big.
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I believe your Shih Tzu will fit in the large, with extra room. It was plenty large for a full grown cat. I do not know if it is FAA approved however.
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I think cats need alot of room.my dog is 19 to 20 lbs and had ample room to move around..if the cats aren't long, it would be ok but comfort is important for a long trip.