Cat carriers

For several years, I used cat carriers with wood bottoms and ends and
wire mesh covering. They allowed the cats to see out, but were very
heavy, especially when I had to take two cats to the vet. Then I
discovered the cardboard carriers, which are much lighter. They do have
holes in the sides, but the cats can't see out as well as with the old,
heavy carriers.

Now, however, I have a dilemma. The cardboard carrier I have comes
unlatched very easily if I pick it up and then set it down. Nanki-Poo
is quick to take advantage of this.

I know there are a variety of carriers out there. What have been your
experiences with the various types? I'm thinking I'd like something
secure and lightweight. If the cats can see out, that would be a bonus.
Inexpensive would also be nice.

Suggestions anyone?

--
Joy
Owned and operated by Lindy and Nanki-Poo

On Wed, 01 Dec 2004 18:35:30 GMT, "Yoj"
wrote:

For several years, I used cat carriers with wood bottoms and ends and
wire mesh covering. They allowed the cats to see out, but were very
heavy, especially when I had to take two cats to the vet. Then I
discovered the cardboard carriers, which are much lighter. They do have
holes in the sides, but the cats can't see out as well as with the old,
heavy carriers.

Now, however, I have a dilemma. The cardboard carrier I have comes
unlatched very easily if I pick it up and then set it down. Nanki-Poo
is quick to take advantage of this.

I know there are a variety of carriers out there. What have been your
experiences with the various types? I'm thinking I'd like something
secure and lightweight. If the cats can see out, that would be a bonus.
Inexpensive would also be nice.

Suggestions anyone?

I use one of those hard-shell (hard plastic) carriers for Natasha.
It's large enough for her to both stretch out in and sit up in when we
travel distances. It's not heavy, has wire mesh "windows" on 2 sides
plus the door, should provide protection in case of accident or sudden
movement, but might be a bit much if all you want is something for a
quick local trip to TED.

I saw a very interesting contraption during our last visit to TED,
though, that might fit your needs. A lady was cat sitting her sister's
feline baby, who became ill. The lady didn't have a carrier, and so
made her own - a mesh laundry bag with a several bath towels stacked
in the bottom to make a base. Kitty was able to sit/lie in comfort on
the towels and see absolutely everything going on in all directions!



Jeanne Hedge, as directed by Natasha

============
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Yoj wrote:
For several years, I used cat carriers with wood bottoms and ends and
wire mesh covering. They allowed the cats to see out, but were very
heavy, especially when I had to take two cats to the vet. Then I
discovered the cardboard carriers, which are much lighter. They do
have holes in the sides, but the cats can't see out as well as with
the old, heavy carriers.

Now, however, I have a dilemma. The cardboard carrier I have comes
unlatched very easily if I pick it up and then set it down. Nanki-Poo
is quick to take advantage of this.

I know there are a variety of carriers out there. What have been your
experiences with the various types? I'm thinking I'd like something
secure and lightweight. If the cats can see out, that would be a
bonus. Inexpensive would also be nice.

Suggestions anyone?

--
Joy
Owned and operated by Lindy and Nanki-Poo

What I have 2 of is something like this

http://www.petsmart.com/global/produ...101926891 032

or

http://tinyurl.com/5r2h3


and one of these

http://www.petsmart.com/global/produ...101927072 634

or

http://tinyurl.com/4lpoc

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Yoj wrote:
For several years, I used cat carriers with wood bottoms and ends and
wire mesh covering. They allowed the cats to see out, but were very
heavy, especially when I had to take two cats to the vet. Then I
discovered the cardboard carriers, which are much lighter. They do have
holes in the sides, but the cats can't see out as well as with the old,
heavy carriers.

Now, however, I have a dilemma. The cardboard carrier I have comes
unlatched very easily if I pick it up and then set it down. Nanki-Poo
is quick to take advantage of this.

I know there are a variety of carriers out there. What have been your
experiences with the various types? I'm thinking I'd like something
secure and lightweight. If the cats can see out, that would be a bonus.
Inexpensive would also be nice.

Suggestions anyone?

--
Joy
Owned and operated by Lindy and Nanki-Poo



I've used the plastic crates with the wire mesh doors. They are
generally relatively inexpensive, and sturdy without being too heavy,
but it can be difficult to get the cat out at TED. I recently bought a
new type of carrier made by Rubbermaid. It's a soft sided one with
plastic/rubber mesh, multiple handles (including a shoulder strap), and
a big metal zipper across the top. It has straps on the back that you
can thread your seatbelt through in the car. It's kind of wedge shaped,
and has pockets on the outside. It's much easier to get Brenna in and
out of. You can order one online from a lot of sources. It is often
listed under the D*gs category, not Cats, for some reason. At PetSmart
it costs $39.99 (plus shipping if you get it online - not all stores are
carrying them in stock). I happened to find mine at Big Lots (discount
store) for $18.99.

- Denise

"Jeanne Hedge" wrote in message
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On Wed, 01 Dec 2004 18:35:30 GMT, "Yoj"
wrote:

For several years, I used cat carriers with wood bottoms and ends and
wire mesh covering. They allowed the cats to see out, but were very
heavy, especially when I had to take two cats to the vet. Then I
discovered the cardboard carriers, which are much lighter. They do
have
holes in the sides, but the cats can't see out as well as with the
old,
heavy carriers.

Now, however, I have a dilemma. The cardboard carrier I have comes
unlatched very easily if I pick it up and then set it down.
Nanki-Poo
is quick to take advantage of this.

I know there are a variety of carriers out there. What have been
your
experiences with the various types? I'm thinking I'd like something
secure and lightweight. If the cats can see out, that would be a
bonus.
Inexpensive would also be nice.

Suggestions anyone?

I use one of those hard-shell (hard plastic) carriers for Natasha.
It's large enough for her to both stretch out in and sit up in when we
travel distances. It's not heavy, has wire mesh "windows" on 2 sides
plus the door, should provide protection in case of accident or sudden
movement, but might be a bit much if all you want is something for a
quick local trip to TED.

I saw a very interesting contraption during our last visit to TED,
though, that might fit your needs. A lady was cat sitting her sister's
feline baby, who became ill. The lady didn't have a carrier, and so
made her own - a mesh laundry bag with a several bath towels stacked
in the bottom to make a base. Kitty was able to sit/lie in comfort on
the towels and see absolutely everything going on in all directions!


Jeanne Hedge, as directed by Natasha

============
http://www.jhedge.com

The mesh bag sounds good for carrying, but I'll bet it's hard to get a
cat into one of them.

Joy

On Wed, 01 Dec 2004 18:35:30 GMT, "Yoj"
yodeled:

For several years, I used cat carriers with wood bottoms and ends and
wire mesh covering. They allowed the cats to see out, but were very
heavy, especially when I had to take two cats to the vet. Then I
discovered the cardboard carriers, which are much lighter. They do have
holes in the sides, but the cats can't see out as well as with the old,
heavy carriers.

Now, however, I have a dilemma. The cardboard carrier I have comes
unlatched very easily if I pick it up and then set it down. Nanki-Poo
is quick to take advantage of this.

I know there are a variety of carriers out there. What have been your
experiences with the various types? I'm thinking I'd like something
secure and lightweight. If the cats can see out, that would be a bonus.
Inexpensive would also be nice.

Suggestions anyone?


sigh

The problem with Stinky is getting him in. Even if I pick him up and
try to slip him in from above, he grabs on to the sides and hangs on
for dear life. He does NOT like getting in, and my gentle little boy
fights like a rabid Tasmanian devil.

My main problem was I had to get something with a big enough opening,
and that would not be too heavy. So I got a kitty Sherpa bag, with
lots of good recommendations. Fairly lightweight, nice big opening,
there is mesh that he can see out of. Approved by most airlines.
Cool, I think. So I drop him-- more easily than before-- into the
thing, and zip him up. Then I attend to something else for about five
minutes; then I turn around, just in time to see a paw come shooting
out through the hole he just clawed through the mesh.

So sigh let me know if you find anything. :P




Theresa
Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh
My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com

"Kreisleriana" wrote in message
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On Wed, 01 Dec 2004 18:35:30 GMT, "Yoj"
yodeled:

For several years, I used cat carriers with wood bottoms and ends and
wire mesh covering. They allowed the cats to see out, but were very
heavy, especially when I had to take two cats to the vet. Then I
discovered the cardboard carriers, which are much lighter. They do
have
holes in the sides, but the cats can't see out as well as with the
old,
heavy carriers.

Now, however, I have a dilemma. The cardboard carrier I have comes
unlatched very easily if I pick it up and then set it down.
Nanki-Poo
is quick to take advantage of this.

I know there are a variety of carriers out there. What have been
your
experiences with the various types? I'm thinking I'd like something
secure and lightweight. If the cats can see out, that would be a
bonus.
Inexpensive would also be nice.

Suggestions anyone?


sigh

The problem with Stinky is getting him in. Even if I pick him up and
try to slip him in from above, he grabs on to the sides and hangs on
for dear life. He does NOT like getting in, and my gentle little boy
fights like a rabid Tasmanian devil.

My main problem was I had to get something with a big enough opening,
and that would not be too heavy. So I got a kitty Sherpa bag, with
lots of good recommendations. Fairly lightweight, nice big opening,
there is mesh that he can see out of. Approved by most airlines.
Cool, I think. So I drop him-- more easily than before-- into the
thing, and zip him up. Then I attend to something else for about five
minutes; then I turn around, just in time to see a paw come shooting
out through the hole he just clawed through the mesh.

So sigh let me know if you find anything. :P


Theresa

Okay, Theresa. I will. They can be tricky, can't they?

Joy

On Wed, 01 Dec 2004 19:45:22 GMT, "Yoj"
yodeled:
(snip)
Then I attend to something else for about five
minutes; then I turn around, just in time to see a paw come shooting
out through the hole he just clawed through the mesh.

So sigh let me know if you find anything. :P


Theresa

Okay, Theresa. I will. They can be tricky, can't they?


What shocked me more than anything else was the sheer brute claw power
and determination. My sweet little goofball! Never had he ever
reminded me so much as Snoopy's "Cat Next Door."


Theresa
Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh
My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com

On Wed, 01 Dec 2004 19:31:06 GMT, "Yoj"
wrote:

"Jeanne Hedge" wrote in message
.. .


I saw a very interesting contraption during our last visit to TED,
though, that might fit your needs. A lady was cat sitting her sister's
feline baby, who became ill. The lady didn't have a carrier, and so
made her own - a mesh laundry bag with a several bath towels stacked
in the bottom to make a base. Kitty was able to sit/lie in comfort on
the towels and see absolutely everything going on in all directions!

The mesh bag sounds good for carrying, but I'll bet it's hard to get a
cat into one of them.

I forgot to mention that the laundry bag was one of those semi-rigid
ones that looks like a rectangle standing on end and has soft bendable
plastic poles in each corner. The lady didn't seem to have any trouble
putting kitty into the bag or getting her out. I thought it was a
quite clever emergency carry bag



Jeanne Hedge, as directed by Natasha

============
http://www.jhedge.com

"Jeanne Hedge" wrote in message
...
On Wed, 01 Dec 2004 19:31:06 GMT, "Yoj"
wrote:

"Jeanne Hedge" wrote in message
.. .


I saw a very interesting contraption during our last visit to TED,
though, that might fit your needs. A lady was cat sitting her
sister's
feline baby, who became ill. The lady didn't have a carrier, and so
made her own - a mesh laundry bag with a several bath towels
stacked
in the bottom to make a base. Kitty was able to sit/lie in comfort
on
the towels and see absolutely everything going on in all
directions!

The mesh bag sounds good for carrying, but I'll bet it's hard to get
a
cat into one of them.

I forgot to mention that the laundry bag was one of those semi-rigid
ones that looks like a rectangle standing on end and has soft bendable
plastic poles in each corner. The lady didn't seem to have any trouble
putting kitty into the bag or getting her out. I thought it was a
quite clever emergency carry bag



Jeanne Hedge, as directed by Natasha

Yes, it does sound like a clever idea.

Joy