Ref. R17-01
Blue and cream hard-shell pet carrier
Hard-shell pet carrier; compare usable interior, door opening, shell joints, handle and latches.
PETMERO / WHOLESALE & CUSTOM
Pet Carriers
Explore pet carriers for dogs and cats, including hard-shell, foldable, wheeled and top-opening designs. Compare usable interior space, access, ventilation, carrying hardware and packed size before branding or packaging.
PET CARRIER REFERENCES
12 reference stylesCompare pet carriers by structure, access and carrying format.
All 12 references feature rigid-looking carrier bodies, but their layouts differ: R17-01, R17-02 and R17-05 illustrate conventional front-door shells and size or colour ranges; R17-03 is shown assembled and flat-packed; R17-04 and R17-08 have pull handles and wheels; R17-10 has a top-opening hatch and R17-11 a top wire-grid door. Compare each Ref. ID by usable interior, entry clearance, door and latch construction, ventilation, handle or wheel assembly and actual packed size. A pictured variant is not proof of airline acceptance or identical specifications across colours.
Ref. R17-02
Rounded pet carriers in three colours
Rounded hard-shell pet carriers in three colours; compare size, opening, handle and closure before choosing colour variants.
Ref. R17-03
Grey pet carrier shown assembled and folded
Foldable grey pet carrier shown open and packed; compare usable size, support parts, base and folded dimensions.
Ref. R17-04
Large wheeled pet carrier with pull handle
Large wheeled pet carrier with pull handle; compare interior space, wheel base, handle system, openings and packed size.
Ref. R17-05
Hard-shell pet carriers in several sizes
Hard-shell pet carrier size range; compare usable interior, outside dimensions, doors, handles and carton planning by size.
Ref. R17-06
White pet carriers with orange handles
White hard-shell pet carriers with orange handles; compare interior size, access, shell assembly, handles and closures.
Ref. R17-07
Cream pet carrier with brown accents
Cream hard-shell pet carrier with brown accents; compare usable space, door size, shell construction and carrying handle.
Ref. R17-08
Black and white wheeled carrier with orange handle
Wheeled pet carrier with pull handle; compare usable interior, wheel system, handle extension, access and external size.
Ref. R17-09
Stacked pastel hard-shell pet carriers
Pastel hard-shell pet carrier assortment; compare the approved size and construction before planning colour variants.
Ref. R17-10
Yellow and blue pet carrier with top opening
Top-opening pet carrier; compare top access size, hinge and latch details, usable interior, handle and shell construction.
Ref. R17-11
White and green carrier with top wire door
Hard-shell pet carrier with top wire door; compare opening geometry, door hardware, interior space, handle and shell joints.
Ref. R17-12
Hard-shell pet carriers with contrasting latches
Hard-shell pet carriers with contrasting latches; compare latch layout, door opening, shell joints, usable interior and handle.
These 12 styles show part of the PETMERO pet carrier range. A Ref. ID, your own image or a product link is enough to start discussing another carrier construction or size.
Start with usable space, then compare how the carrier travels.
A pet carrier has three different size questions: how much room the pet can use, how large the carrier is on the outside, and how much space it takes when packed. Keep those measurements separate before comparing dog or cat carrier styles.
Hard-shell carriers
Compare usable interior, door opening, shell joints, latches and handle attachment. A rigid outer size does not tell you the full usable space inside.
Foldable carriers
Compare the assembled interior with the packed size, then check the base and any removable or folding supports needed to restore the carrier for use.
Wheeled carriers
Review the wheel base, pull handle, access points and external dimensions together with the usable interior and packed configuration.
Top-opening carriers
Compare the top opening, hinge or latch arrangement, shell support and handle position with the side or front access on the selected model.
Compare pet carrier constructions by how they move, open and pack.
Compare the complete carrier as a system: usable space, access, carrying hardware and packed configuration all affect the version you are buying.
Hard-shell pet carrier
Start with usable interior, door opening and shell assembly.
- Watch for
- Shell thickness, door hardware and handles affect structure and packed volume.
- Specify
- Interior and outside dimensions, door, latches, handle and included parts.
Foldable pet carrier
Compare the carrier fully assembled and in its packed configuration.
- Watch for
- Base and support parts determine how the carrier reopens and holds its intended shape.
- Specify
- Assembled size, usable interior, folded size, supports, openings and care.
Wheeled pet carrier
Treat the wheel base and pull handle as part of the complete carrying system.
- Watch for
- Wheels and handle hardware add to outside size, weight and packing requirements.
- Specify
- Usable interior, overall size, wheels, pull handle, access points and packed size.
Top-opening pet carrier
Check the top door together with any front or side access.
- Watch for
- Opening geometry, hinge or latch position and handle placement affect loading and handling.
- Specify
- Opening dimensions, usable interior, hinge or latch hardware, handle and shell.
Usable interior
The space the pet actually occupies with the normal base or liner fitted.
Outside dimensions
The complete carrier size, including fixed wheels, frames or other external parts where relevant.
Packed dimensions
The folded or shipping configuration used for carton planning, storage and freight.
Specify the body, ventilation, base and carrying hardware separately.
Shell or body
Confirm the actual rigid shell, textile body, support panels and trim used for the selected pet carrier.
FOR YOUR SHORTLIST
Record the material and finished construction for the quoted version instead of relying on colour or appearance.
Ventilation and openings
Confirm mesh, wire or other open-panel material, location, opening size and closure hardware.
FOR YOUR SHORTLIST
Review the finished panel arrangement; do not turn visible mesh into an unmeasured airflow claim.
Base and liner
Confirm whether the base and liner are fixed or removable, how they support the interior and how they are cleaned.
FOR YOUR SHORTLIST
Check the carrier with the normal base or liner fitted when recording usable interior dimensions.
Handles, closures and wheels
Review door latches, zippers, handles, straps, wheels and pull handles on the complete sample.
FOR YOUR SHORTLIST
Specify what is included and how each part attaches to the carrier body.
From carrying space to packed size.
| Part of the specification | What to include |
|---|---|
| Usable interior | Length, width and height at the narrowest relevant points, with the normal base or liner fitted. |
| External dimensions | Overall length, width and height in the carrying configuration, including fixed wheels, frames or other non-removable parts where relevant. |
| Entry and closure | Opening dimensions, door or panel position, hinge, zipper or latch operation, and which access points are included. |
| Ventilation panels | Panel material, location and open area for the selected design. Confirm the finished construction rather than relying on a generic breathable label. |
| Handles, straps and wheels | Included carrying parts, adjustment or extension range, attachment construction and any model-specific load information that can be supported. |
| Packed size and carton plan | Folded or nested configuration where applicable, removable parts, units per carton and the steps needed to restore the product for use. |
Three ways to develop your pet carriers.
Choose a carrier reference by intended travel use, pet posture and usable interior space. A colour or branding update and a change to the carrying structure need different sample reviews.
Choose the starting point.
Choose the carrier type and ask for its interior dimensions, entry layout and available material options. Check which reference sizes and branding versions can be sampled.
Make the presentation yours.
For a pet carrier, discuss logo placement on the outer panel, handle or hangtag, then review visibility, ventilation clearance and the agreed retail pack on the sample.
Develop the difference.
For a new pet carrier design, identify changes to the pet opening, ventilation, shell or soft-panel structure and base support. These need a different sample review from a color or logo change. Review the sample-development stages in our pet product customization process.
Options to discuss for pet carriers.
Shell, fabric and colour
Review feasible colours and material changes for the selected carrier. Keep rigid shell parts, textile panels, mesh and trim identified separately.
Logo and label placement
Choose a suitable shell or textile panel for the logo, label or patch without covering ventilation, doors, latches or moving hardware.
Size, opening and hardware
Changes to overall size, door position, base, wheels or carrying hardware can alter the construction. Confirm feasibility and the revised sample before production.
Start with the pet carrier's usable space.
For a pet carrier quote, share the intended pet size, usable interior dimensions, entry and ventilation layout, carrying style and preferred materials. A reference photo can start the review; airline suitability needs route- and carrier-specific checks.
What to send.
- A Ref. ID, image or product link is enough to start
- Dog or cat carrier type and target pet size range, if known
- Usable interior or outside dimensions and opening preferences, if already defined
- Quantity, destination, branding and packaging details can be added when available
EXAMPLE INQUIRY
“We are interested in R17-03 foldable pet carriers. Could you confirm the inside dimensions, how the carrier folds, and the packaging options for our brand?” Share your target quantity and destination when available. If the carrier will be used for air travel, please also tell us the airline and route so the requirements can be checked for the selected model.
Compare the whole quotation.
Compare pet carrier quotes using the same interior-size requirement, body and door construction, ventilation layout, materials, packaging and delivery scope.
- Product & quantity
- Reference, size, colour and quantity per version, with the agreed material and construction.
- Branding & packing
- Logo process, labels, retail pack and carton contents; identify any separate charges.
- Samples & timing
- Sample or development cost, approval steps, production time and shipping time as separate items.
- Delivery & documents
- Destination, delivery terms, freight scope and any agreed inspection or product documentation.
Confirm the carrier's usable interior, openings and transport setup.
For the selected carrier, confirm usable interior space, opening size, ventilation, base support and carrying points against the approved sample. Record the matching pack specification.
Review the sample
Measure the usable interior and outside dimensions, then open, close and carry the assembled sample using every supplied door, handle, strap or wheel system.
Confirm the details
Check the base, liner, ventilation panels, hinges, latches or zippers, and compare any folded or packed configuration with the agreed specification.
Agree the order
Approve the final materials, included parts, care instructions, branding, packaging and any model-specific transport or carrying claim before production.
Plan the pack as carefully as the product.
Base and liner
List removable parts and how they are packed, refitted and cleaned.
Folded delivery
Show which components are removed to fold the bag and how it is restored for use.
Retail information
Include accurate dimensions, contents, assembly and care instructions rather than broad travel-approval claims.
Pet Carriers: your questions, answered.
Questions about pet carrier size, ventilation, access, travel requirements and what a private-label sample should confirm.
How do I choose a dog or cat carrier size?
Compare the pet’s measurements with the usable inside dimensions and the intended journey. Do not choose only by a weight label or the carrier’s outside dimensions.
How can buyers check airline suitability for a pet carrier?
Airline suitability is reviewed for the selected carrier, pet and travel itinerary. Compare the usable interior space, outer dimensions, ventilation and construction with the operating airline's current requirements before presenting a model as suitable for that journey. For wheeled models such as R17-04 and R17-08, also check whether the applicable cargo transport rules require wheels to be removed or rendered inoperable; do not infer aircraft suitability from a pull handle or hard shell. IATA container requirements explain that IATA does not certify or approve particular pet carrier brands or models; an “IATA approved” label is not proof of airline acceptance.
Can I brand a hard-shell carrier or request different colours?
Start with a Ref. ID, intended quantity and artwork or colour reference. Check which shell, handle, door or latch colours and branding positions are feasible for that exact model. A new shell material or opening layout is a construction change that needs separate sample and tooling review.
What should buyers check on a foldable pet carrier?
Use the foldable carrier reference R17-03 as a starting point. Ask which panels, supports, locks or inserts are removed or folded, then compare its usable assembled interior with the packed dimensions and the parts supplied. Do not assume every rigid carrier folds flat or that a folded configuration is suitable for transporting a pet.
When should buyers compare a wearable pet carrier instead of a rigid travel carrier?
For a backpack, shoulder sling, front carrier or soft tote worn or carried by a person, compare the pet compartment, strap attachments, ventilation and wearer support in our Pet Backpacks and Wearable Carriers range. The rigid, foldable and wheeled references on this page require different checks for shells, doors, latches, handles and assembled dimensions.
Can the liner be washed?
Confirm the care instructions for the chosen liner and base. Removable does not automatically mean machine-washable.
What should I send for a wholesale quote?
For pet carriers, share the intended pet size, usable interior space, entry and ventilation arrangement, carrying method and a reference design. Material, colour, branding, packaging, estimated order quantity and destination can be agreed before a detailed quotation.
Can I change the opening position?
That is a construction change, not just a styling change. The opening can affect access, panel support and closures, so agree a revised sample and any required checks.