I'm looking for a basket to put my 10 lb dog in. Just wondering if anyone has used it for this purpose or has any thoughts?
781848
i bought the basket for same reason and my dog weighs little more than ten pounds... works great.. he was pretty nervous at first.. but loves to ride now..
781849
I haven't used it in this fashion but it's big enough for a 10 lb dog although I'm not sure how safe it would be. It's not really deep. If I were you I'd get a basket with more depth so that the dog wouldn't fall out while riding.
781850
I did purchase it for my ten pound dog and I thought it should be deeper. On turns it made me nervous that he'd fall out. I still have it on my bike tho, for their water and leashes, etc that we might need on our ride. I have two dogs that I take with me. I have a trike so they both sit in the back basket together. I hope this helps you in making a decision.
781851
I haven't used mine for carrying a pet but I have a dog who weighs 10 lbs too.I agree with M. Conant. I would not carry her in this basket because it is not deep enough. I would purchase one that had more depth. I'd be scared my dog would fall out also.
498594
My friend uses them as well for her bigger dogs. She says its too big and bulky for her 10 pound poodle.
760808
no. Unless there is a larger size. Mine is perfect for my 10 lb dog. I love this, I can move it around and take it out on tne balcony when I want to leave her outside.
1426765
It is large. I put my dog in it yesterday and took her for a spin. I'd guess the basket weights about 3 1/2-4 lbs. I might be a little light, but no way does it weight 20lbs, like the guy below says. When it arrived in its box, I remember thinking, "This is lighter than I thought it would be". I guess I'm used to it since I had one on my bike for decades when I lived in Key West and used my bike rather than my car. It will hold 2 large paper bags of groceries or my 22 lb American Eskimo dog.
755294
A small dog will fit, as long as they do not jump. I have a Minpin, thou he is a lil too big for basket plus he was scared.
124426
I am not sure of the weight capacity for the basket, but my 16 pound dog rides everywhere with me in it. I hope this helps with your decision. So far I haven't been let down by my purchase of this basket, especially since I had tried 2 others prior to this one.
1649291
The dog baskets are okay . I would not call this a dog car seat or booster. Our French bulldogs weigh 19 pounds and 24 pounds. The basket sways back and fourth. Lol not what we thought. But it was cheap and serves its purpose. Allows our dogs to seat up high and see out the window .
321124
You may get a few uses out of it, but I personally don't think it's sturdy enough for a larger dog. The back legs on the steps snap into place and are not meant to fold in and out regularly--which would mean the plastic snaps will eventually break. Plus, the back legs are thin. Very thin. I'm about 115 lbs. and I would NOT!!! go up and down on it myself.
1403608
I feel it would be a squeeze. My dog is #7. He has some rm to move around in and I can put other items in there with him also. Both in it would not be a good idea. Hope this helps. Otherwise I love it.
612821
I wouldn't recommend bying this if your dog weight 20 pound.My doggy is 13 pounds and it seams that the sit is not strong enough to hold it.This is the perfect but for dogs up to 10pounds.That's my opinion Helena
2127881
The little dog would fit, but I think it would be dangerous because the basket is open and he could fall out
1422302
I would have to say no. The basket is pretty short. I would go for a taller one for larger item storage.
1448969
I have a 10lbs jack Russell terrier. Yes, I would recommend this carrier! It is truly sturdy and to me it gets just as much ventilation as any other solid sided carrier! I love it!!! Hope it helps make your decision easier.
1952052
In my opinion, this unit would not be suitable for a chihuahua mix at 10 lbs. It will be too large.
2035557
Hello Jill! Did you end up purchasing this product? I too have a 45-50 lb dog and would love to purchase this for her. However, in the previous answers the people who were kind enough to answer seemed to miss the fact that their dogs were roughly double the size of our dogs and because it fit their 80-100 pound dogs doesn't mean it will fit ours. I'd love to hear whether it worked or not if you purchased it!
1642370
I wouldn't trust putting my pet in it, especially because this basket is on the rear of the bicycle. If I were you I would try this instead. It is what I was going to buy for my dog.Solvit 62331 Tagalong Wicker Bicycle Basket
52394
From my experience with Wald's rear baskets, as far as weight goes, I'd say sure, if it were 16 lbs of groceries. But with all respect to everyone who has replied, because it's your dog, I would ask the manufacturer. For liability's sake, they might tell you no in any case, but maybe they have better recommendation. Or you might ask your vet if he's seen mishaps or special carriers.