Sleepypod Air – Airline Approved Pet Carrier and Crash-Tested Car Seat for Cats and Dogs up to 18 lbs (Glacier Silver)
$184.95
Price: $129.99 - $184.95
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Sleepypod Air is a revolutionary carrier that redefines in-cabin pet travel. Air adapts to the various under-seat storage requirements set by different airlines while providing maximum comfort for your jet set pet. Worrying about buying a carrier that will not fit under a plane seat is a thing of the past. Our patent pending folding system allows pets to travel in the largest space possible while the airplane is in the air, yet still allows for stowage under an airline seat during takeoff and landing. When the captain says you can recline your seat, rotate the Sleepypod Air so it is between your feet and expand the ends so both you and your little friend can stretch out comfortably for the duration of the flight. In-cabin pet travel has never been so comfortable. Straps on both sides allow you to secure the Sleepypod Air in your car. A pass through pocket allows you to secure the Sleepypod Air to the telescoping handle on carry-on luggage.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 22 x 10.5 x 10 inches; 4.5 Pounds
Item model number : AI-SIL
Date First Available : January 1, 2010
Manufacturer : sleepypod
ASIN : B0030NJXQQ
Airline Compliant & Space to Stretch: An innovative design provides the maximum amount of in-cabin space.
Crash-Tested Car Seat: Rigorously crash-tested at U.S., Canadian, and E.U. child safety standards, then independently tested & certified by the Center for Pet Safety.
Ample Air Flow & Easy Access: Mesh panels enable ample airflow on three sides. Quick access from top and side entry points.
Bed Away From Home: Ultra Plush bedding ensures a cozy space at home or on the road.
Less Travel Stress: Use as a napping spot before travels to reduce fear. A removable privacy panel blocks visual stressors. A stable base prevents pet from sagging when carried.
Easy Clean: A water-repellent liner and removable, machine-washable bedding make cleaning easier.
Easier Travel: A trolley sleeve secures it onto rolling luggage; large zipper pockets; a safety tether eliminates quick pet escapes at the vet or while traveling. Includes a removable and adjustable shoulder strap with comfort padding, has a padded carry handle, and ergonomic zipper pulls. Folds flat after travels.
Crash Replacement Program Warranty: Any Sleepypod car restraint damaged in an accident is replaced for free.
Customers say
Customers appreciate the animal carrier’s sturdy build, comfortable design, and ample space. They find it well-designed and thought-out, with a plush removable pad and fuzzy bottom that keeps their pets happy. The size is versatile, providing plenty of room for items like treats and toys. Customers find it easy to carry and use for air and car travel.
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AB –
Beautiful & Durable like TUMI luggage ðº
Fit under the seat in a 737-700/800/MAX8 plane (see photos). Our female Italian Greyhound puppy is 4 months old and 70% of her full size (6.5lbs now) and she had no problem in this carrier, happily stretched out to snooze on her side. I bought this bag for its top quality construction … (think TUMI brand luggage!) and didnât think about this extra benefit until I travelled with it: I booked our hotel forgetting to check their pet policy. Thankfully our girl was always quiet and the black mesh kept anyone from knowing we had a dog. Worked nice in the truck too because the supportive floor bottom was nicer for her to rest on than our laps and shaded her from harsh sunlight coming through the windows. Even the airline gate agent didnât know we had a puppy inside (man we could have saved the $95 each way on Southwest! – LOL – donât try it because Honesty is the best (Godâs Policy) and Murphyâs law will wreck your trip). Side zip pocket is just right to store a leash and puppy pad. The other side dual zip section letâs you put the bag on top of luggage having a pull handle. My pup wanted to destroy the plush floor liner thinking it another plushy toy so I threw in a blanket instead – simple. The bag feels like it is made of water resistant, woven ballistic nylon. Truly a worthy investment and will last a long time.Update Jan2919 my girl is just shy of 10 pounds and still fit into & traveled in it just fine. She cried a bit and I thought it was a kindness to gently slip my fingers inside to reassure her. Well after about 4 times decided to change that around and not reward the behavior. A small, gentle kick to the side of her carrier quickly nipped that behavior in the bud after about 4 times. And yes I love her so very much. Cheers
caj –
Quality meets usability
I absolutely love this carrier!Sure, it doesn’t fold out into a giant cat tent, but it’s very comfortable for my kitten, incredibly easy to clean, extremely sturdy, and most importantly, it’s safe.This is 1 of only 2 soft-sided cat carriers to be approved for car crash safety, as well as being able to go on airplanes.It has a whole suite of other perks, like looking like a simple duffle bag from the outside, multiple pockets, and a luggage handle strap, among other things.And most importantly for me, the quality of materials is absolutely top notch! My kitten much prefers to lay on top of the carrier rather than in it, but the top is only held up by the zippers, and they easily support his abuse.When he does lay in it at night, he seems quite comfortable on the enclosed padded, plush bottom.And the first few times that he was in the carrier, before he had gotten used to being in one, my kitten desperately tried to dig his way through the bottom of it, repeatedly, and didn’t even make a scratch in the material.He would have torn any other carrier apart, but this one continues to hold strong.I have seen reviews that say that it’s too warm inside of the carrier, but I have seen no evidence of this so far. Even when enclosed in the carrier for 4+ hours in my room, which is naturally quite warm, my kitten didn’t seem to have any problems. I would imagine that if you have this problem, it’s probably caused by having the privacy shield in, which would block off about half of the ventilation.All in all, I have nothing but good things to say about this carier, and I’m glad that I spent the extra money to get it. 🙂
Eli D. Lane –
Quality, safe pet carrier.
It is a very nice, sturdy carrier, while still being light weight. Much less bulky than other carriers I have tried, yet still offers nice pockets to stow leashes, some treats and collapsible travel bowls. The bottom is removable for cleaning. Interior is soft and comfortable. I love that there is a built in clip to secure using the seatbelt for car travel. Folds down fat for storage. The pet travel tip book was a nice surprise too.I do with that the mesh was a bit more see through so that you could interact with your pet without having to open it. Because of the zipper design, you pretty much have to open an end. So then my dog wanted to come out rather than just get a little attention while staying inside.
Debra G. –
The best airline cat carrier on the market!!
I can’t say enough good things about this carrier. I just returned from a 17 hour airline adventure with my 5 month old kitten, and all I can say is this was so worth the price splurge! The carrier may look sleek but the pockets held 2 ziploc pint bags of litter, one large adult incontinence pad liner, 1 pint bag of kitten food, 2 packets of Fortiflora, a mini bag of dehydrated chicken and a cat toy. The inside tether allowed me to open the carrier to comfort my kitten on our long flight as she wore a harness. It was long enough to let her turn around and come partially out when allowed. Most importantly, this carrier easily fit under the seat in front of me, thanks to the ease of the foldable sides. Yes, you must first flex them a few times at home to break the initial stiffness. Very easy! Cats prefer to stretch out versus sit up, so the lower height room was fine because the extra length option was more important for us. You need to know your pet. If your pet needs more height and less length, the Sturdi Bag works for us too. However, the features are not as outstanding. The Sleepypod gave me two different options to attach it to another bag. This feature proved to be so fabulous when I had to lug my luggage through international checkpoints with the carrier. The adjustable carry strap wass also comfortable to use on my 5’1 frame. A plush, removable pad is included. I removed this for our lengthy travel day and used two Stay-Dri pads to line the base instead.Note: I went with the discreet black color as most people had no idea it was a cat carrier until she mewed. This was useful at the airport and at the gate.
Ein Kunde –
Der Sleepypod ist super verarbeitet. Sieht wirklich toll aus. Ich wünschte so sehr, dass ich ihn hätte behalten können, aber für meinen eigentlich eher klein geratenen 6kg Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ist die Tasche schon viel zu klein. Er kann darin nur liegen (seine Schulterhöhe ist ca 30 cm). Die meisten Airlines wollen, dass der Hund zumindest halbwegs stehen kann. Ich würde ihm die Tasche auch ohne diese Vorgabe nicht antun.Für Katzen und Minirassen wie Chihuahuas oder so wäre das ne mega tolle Tasche. Es wäre toll, wenn es diese Tasche auch in gröÃer gäbe (höher und breiter wäre wichtig).
D –
Very nice carrier made from quality materials. It looks great and the colours are the same as in the photos. Itâs durable and the inside lining is very soft. My cat seems very comfortable in it and I think she appreciates the privacy it provides her with. I have used it for flying with my cat and it fit perfectly in the plane cabin. I have also used it in the car and the extra straps for attaching to the seat belt make it very safe for car journeys. I have used several different pet carriers in the past and this has been by far the easiest and most comfortable for me to carry and is now my favourite.
Kate –
Seems sturdy and well made. Straps into the car easily. It is quite small, my dog is a 4kg chihuahua and it is fine for him but I wouldnât want a much bigger dog in there
Lunka –
I ordered this bag and was given a long time for arrival. I wrote to Amazon and the retailer because I needed the bag asap for my flight and they dispatched it immediately and the bag arrived well in time. The bag is excellent quality, everything has been thought of. I definitely recommend it and it is airline approved and meets the necessary requirements. I have a 3.4kg chihuahua and its actually bigger than I thought. Very very comfortable. Thank you.
S.Kristen –
Je trouve ce sac de transport vraiment bien. En plus d’être beau, il est très pratique et confortable pour ma petite chienne. Elle s’y est vite habituée.Le coussin du fond est déhoussable pour pouvoir le laver. La partie zippée s’ouvre en grand, ce qui fait qu’on peut aussi l’utiliser comme couchage à la maison pour le chien (voir photo). En plus, qu’on ouvre qu’une seule partie ou le tout, elle sont maintenues ouvertes grâce au velcro.Il y a une poignée pratique pour le porter à la main ou une bandoulière aussi. Il a aussi deux fermetures éclair sur un côté que l’on peut ouvrir pour passer la tige télescopique d’une valise afin de le mettre dessus.Bien qu’il soit un peu cher, je trouve ce sac bien pensé et de qualité. Ravie de mon achat.