Tips for Taking Care of Your Dog Carrier Bag

With it being the popular and stylish trend to take your dog everywhere you travel, it is just as important to take good care of your small dog carrier bag and make sure that it is kept clean.  Nothing is more uncomfortable than to lay down and get settled in a cozy position only to find that you are laying on crumbs.  The same holds true for your pet, he does not like to have his quarters filled with doggie bone crumbs.  Take time after each feeding of a treat and brush it out.  After all, the designers of the cute bags made them to give comfort to your pet.  The designer was thinking of us humans as well and that is the reason for the padded shoulder straps.  We don’t want to carry our pet around and find after a little while that we have a bruised shoulder.

Look for one that is durable and easily washed.  Most are  made of canvas or nylon so they will be very durable and long-lasting.  Check to be sure that  the enclosures are durable and secure so your pet cannot escape easily from it.  Another important point to make sure you give your pet plenty of time to use the bathroom whenever you are able.  Most owners know their pets well enough to give them ample time to do their duty before being placed in a dog carrier, thus eliminating a possible nightmare.

Keep in mind that your pet also needs plenty of ventilation.  He needs the open ventilation to prevent outside smells from perfumes, chemicals, etc. from becoming trapped inside.  Avoid spraying perfumes or air fresheners in close proximity of his purse, especially, if your dog is the least bit allergic to certain smells. Look for the cleaning instructions on the bag, but most are made of a durable canvas or nylon making them machine washable or very easy to wash.   When washing your small dog carrier in a washing machine be sure to use only fragrance free detergents to avoid the allergy problem.

Using a vinegar/water rinse after a through cleaning will help to remove residual odors and give the carrier a fresh clean smell.  After washing, reshape the bag or purse to it’s original form using towels or another absorbent material and then air dry.

Choose a suitable carrier bag that will provide safety and comfort for your furry friend, and also give you comfort and peace of mind.  I still highly recommend Sherpa Pet Carriers.  They are well made, most of them airline approved, and very affordable.

Traveling On An Airline With A Sherpa Pet Carrier

Traveling with small pets has changed over the last 20 years thanks to the Sherpa Pet Carrier.  These fine small dog carriers pioneered the way for allowing us to travel with our small pets up in the cabin of the aircraft with us.  Since then, there has been a huge increase in the number of these types of totes from many various manufacturers Sherpa included. 

Sherpa Pet Carrier for a Hot Dog

Actor Jerry O'Connell and his wife, actress Rebecca Romijn's carry their dog in a classy Sherpa Pet Carrier for Dogs.  It is one of the very best means to carry your pooch when on the go in and out of airports or around the town.  There is another hot dog out there that gets the same treatment even in the Air Force One.  President Obama's daughters, Malia and Sasha finally got the puppy their dad promised in mid-April.  After all the lobbying and begging a little Portuguese water dog, they have named Bo,  has become part of the first family.

You don't need to be an actor, actress or a member of the First Family to have a Sherpa Pet Carrier.  These comfortable, durable soft and airline approved carriers are ideal for you and your animal.  Because this bag fits perfectly under an airplane seat you can carry your pet and keep a low profile.  Most people will not even notice your pet's presence.  Be aware of the fact that you still have to take your pet out of the carrier and carry him/her through security and the Sherpa Pet carrier must pass through the x-ray.  Take a few days ahead of your trip and let your pet become accustomed to the Sherpa Pet Carrier.  It makes a perfect place for their afternoon nap and when travel time comes, you will encounter fewer problems.

The Sherpa Pet Carriers have shoulder straps that make them easy to carry.  Lots of thought has gone into the making of these carriers.  They are of study construction and have a comfortable Sherpa fleece lined pad to keep your feline or small dog warm on short or long flights.  One neat idea that the designer came up with is the side pocket which can carry the pet's travel documents which comes in handy at check-in.  The instructions that come with these Sherpa Pet Carriers are well written and have useful instructions giving you guidelines when traveling with your pet.  The guidelines also list which airlines will accept these for use in the passenger compartment.

Hot Dog!  Now you have come up with the perfect gift for your canine travel companion.

Sherpa Backpack Pet Carriers - Review

Today's Sherpa Dog Carrier of the day is the Sherpa Backpack Dog Carrier.  This is one functional unit.  It provides a multifunction use that is very nice for pets and owners on the go.  The Sherpa Backpack carrier not only works as a backpack pet carrier, but can also be set up as an over the shoulder carrier, or it can be carried like a bag with its handles.  This unit is great for travel.  It fits comfortably under the seat on an airliner, so it can be used to travel the globe with your small pet.  The manufacturers have designed it to fit pets up to 16 lbs., so it is very versatile for most small pets.  I have always loved using the backpack approach to things and Sherpa Carriers are no different.  It allows you to have both hands free, and if you are like me when I carry things for a large distance like traveling between terminals in the airport, I am always switching hands when whatever I am carrying gets too heavy or uncomfortable for one hand.  Personally, I think that traveling in a backpack provides for a more comfortable and smoother ride for your pet which will help with all of the strange noises and surroundings of a new environment like an airport.  Not only is it convenient but the Sherpa Backpack Pet Carrier is a high quality product like all products designed by Sherpa.  It will last a long time and is good looking.  It comes in three designer colors to fit anyone's fashion desires and is designed with your pet in mind.  I definitely recommend this Sherpa Pet Carrier to anyone who is looking for comfort for both pet and pet parent.

Sherpa Pet Carriers for Travel

A while ago I wrote a post about Sherpa Pet Carriers and the "Guaranteed on Board" program that Sherpa Pet Group came up with for getting your small pet carrier on board an airplane.   For more information on that, see their link above, or check out that particular blog post.  In this post, I just want to say that traveling with a Sherpa Dog Carrier is one of the best ways to travel with a pet that I have ever experienced.  After researching, promoting, and seeing these carriers on a regular basis, I was finally privileged to actually use one and travel with it.  Our small dog likes to travel, but hates carriers.  We finally found one he likes when we got our own Sherpa Pet Carrier.  It is a Medium sized Sherpa Roll-Up Carrier, and it is quite a treat.  Sherpa has put a lot of time and thinking into the construction of their carriers, and it proves that they have the pet in mind when they design them.  Our dog slept nicely and didn't have any problems at all.  I always though they looked plush and well built, but the real test is with your pet, and this carrier passed our test with flying colors.

Sport Sack Sherpa Pet Carriers - Now at Canine Crate Store

I am really liking the Sport Series Sherpa Pet Carriers right now.  I just wrote a review on the Sport Wheels and now, here I am writing about the Sport Sack.  Why not?  I really like the design that Sherpa has come up with in the Sport Series.  The Sport Sack as you can see, is a really neat tote.  It is designed like a purse and works just like it looks.  It has plenty of storage for your car keys, wallet, and items like that, while providing ample space for your pet's items as well.  It has a comfortable space for your pet too, with a nice, plush pad to keep him/her comfortable.  Another great thing is that is bears the name, Sherpa Pet Carrier which through the experience I have had is far and away the best name in pet carriers.  Check out the Sport Sack.  It definitely has a sporty look, so if that is what you like, I highly recommend it. 

Sherpa Pet Carriers - Guaranteed on Board This Holiday Season

Everyone is getting geared up for the Holiday Travels. Many of us are traveling with our pets, or bringing home a new pet this season.  If you have a smaller pet that you are traveling with, you should look at a Sherpa Pet Carrier for your travels this season.  Sherpa Pet Group is now sponsoring their Guaranteed on Board Program.  They spent a lot of time on this program with the help of the major airlines.  It is proof of just how good their products are.  Sherpa Pet Carriers has been the top name in  pet and dog carriers for many years now, and they are showing you how confident they are in their products.  Don't take my word for it.  Go to http://www.flygob.com/ to see for yourself and there you can get the details in their words.  I don't want to get any of the information wrong, but I do want to say that Sherpa Pet Carriers have my vote as the best dog carriers in the business and this is just more proof.  Be safe in your Holiday travels.