We will say breed, size, weight, and most importantly, the behavior of your kitty matters.
If your kitty is of the bigger breeds such as maine coon or ragdoll, we will recommend the following large size backpacks which can accommodate up to 10kg easily.
If your kitty isn’t a big one, here is a small paragraph to why the ‘right size’ of backpack matters in general.
To the best of our knowledge and experience. Cats tend to get very insecure in strange environment. When they have no idea where they are, or where they are heading, they will act very carefully. The more timid ones will want to snuggle up in an enclosed corner and not move until they’ve observed the surrounding to be safe. I’m sure you have seen kitties tucking themselves in the corners of a spacious crate despite the given luxury of space while travelling.
With that in mind, the guidelines to get an ideal backpack for all cats in general would be:
1) the size of the base of the backpack that is just right for your kitty to ‘fit’. Only a fitting backpack helps them to feel cozy, just like how they always want to fit in a small box you threw on the floor.
2) good ventilation and good air flow even when your kitty is occupying a good half of the backpack.
3) properly designed escape prevention, here we are talking about the quality of the backpack itself, the backpack should not be easily damaged by scratches of your kitty. At the same time, a safety leash hook should be available when you want to double secure it to your kitty’s collar or harness. Most importantly, there should be no way your kitty can leave the backpack when it is enclosed for travelling.
4) It is a bonus if the backpack can work purrfectly as a cave or a bed at home, just like PURRPY EGGSHELL, it really helps your kitty to stay calm feeling cozy travelling in their own bed as a carrier to begin with.
An average good backpack can hold kitties up to 8kg easily, if you know you don’t need a really big backpack, take a peek at our top choices for 2021 below.
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