Texsens Airline Approved Bubble Backpack Pet Carrier - Breathable Mesh Panel for Cats & Dogs, Travel-Friendly Design (One Size, Coffee) | Perfect for Air Travel, Hiking & Daily Commutes

I already had a carrier for my cat that worked well enough, a duffel-like black bag with a shoulder strap. But when I took Newt on a flight with me a few months ago, that bag proved to be a big pain for us both - even though there was a firm insert for the bottom of the carrier, my cat's 8 pound body was bending the liner. Newt sagged down and the sides crept in on her, which she tolerated but many cats might not have. More importantly, the weight distribution became very awkward and difficult to handle, which is the last thing you want for a bag you have to lug around airports.So with another flight coming up, I splurged on this backpack and promised myself that if there was a single thing I didn't like about it, I'd return it. I'm happy to report that I kept this case, and ditched my old one too!As soon as I got this, I unwrapped it and placed it on the floor, reading tips on replacing the window. Newt ran over, sniffed this carrier, and immediately scratched the hell out of one of the mesh windows on the side. I was horrified at first, but it ended up being a very good thing! The mesh stayed perfectly intact and showed no sign of my cat's excited claiming scratches - it made me feel secure at the airport knowing that Newt wasn't going to be able to tear the mesh if she got bored in transit.The floor of this carrier is SOLID. Newt can relax a lot more when she can sit how she likes on her blanket instead of having to bend to the will of a flimsy bag. I could even hang her up on the hook in a bathroom stall without mushing her or making her uncomfortable. Sounds like a little thing, but if you're travelling solo with a pet every bit of convenience is exciting.My only problem with this bag is the sheer amount of attention it garners. It's cute as heck, and pretty hilarious, so I understand why it's a head turner! But I had so many people (students, children, parents, retirees...the full range) asking me questions, calling "kitty!", peering into the bag...all of the attention was positive, but at the end of the day I just wanted to turn off and get home. At least Newt didn't mind the extra fuss. :)This backpack is worth the money, and is a comfortable, fun, and easy way to transport your pet without sacrificing their security, safety, or comfort. Just make sure your pet is small enough to fit before you buy!