How sturdy is the large tube? Moving x-country with 3 cats + litter box. Will it hold up being moved multiple times from car to hotel w/cats inside?
1126103
Very sturdy! I had 3 small dogs in it for over a year before the zipper finally gave out.
1126104
Yes, we had 4 cats & litter box. We brought out the luggage cart from the hotel & slid the tube on it and took it to the room & then reversed to the car each time from CA to DC. Works fantastic!! Best purchased we have made for our cats! Have a safe trip!
1126105
Having moved from Albuquerque to the D.C. area in April 2013 with 3 cats, plus our kids, we were easily able to move the whole tube with the cats inside the hotel both nights and mornings.
1126106
I don't move mine a lot, but my 56 lb. dog sits in it, and I've never had any problem with its sturdiness. I feel it should hold up well with three cats.
1126107
Yes, it will hold up! I had it out for a couple of weeks before we moved from Colorado to Texas so my cats would be used to it, and they used it as a play tunnel running in and out and over it.
211535
First, I'd like to say this tube is excellent ! No problem with seatbelt. I had the tube in the back seat and put two fleece pet beds inside the tube. So no gap, no arch . We traveled from Chicago to Toronto on a vacation. I put one more balnket to make sure they didn't feel bumpy. My three cats had no problem at all. Of course, I stopped every two or three hours to let them out for potty and water. At home, I leave the tube in their room, they sleep in the tube too. BTW, strap the tube belt to the head rest for safty reason.
756093
The mesh is large enough that the claws do not really snag it --- the "loops" are about 1/2" open. I LOVE using this in the back of my car to travel with the kitties. it is large enough to hold a litter box easily. The ONLY problem with its design, is if you set it out on the yard to let the cats enjoy the grass, and they "go to the bathroom", it gets on the bottom of the tent and you have to hose it off.
1182154
Yes. To transport a small dog or a 10lb cat. Just to verify, I'd like to say this was a gift. I did put my biggest cat in there to see if he'd fit...he did. I don't know how durable it will be over time but was impressed by it's sturdiness when I looked it over. The recipient of the carrier loved it & transported 2 small cats in it...
1900631
in terms of durability, I'd say its on par with other top of the line 2-person tents. I wanted to save my investment and risk trashing a $20 floor saver instead - so I added that on my purchase as well. We set up the tent in the living room and the cats ran through it a couple of times and no holes/scratches. FYI - If you're trying to save space or weight in your backpack, I wouldn't be getting this one unless you have a 4900/80+L bag.
1494190
The tube works great for travel but it is not sturdy enough to risk shipping items in it.
902212
The netting is pretty strong and sturdy. It should hold up just fine for the average unhappy cat. My cat is the type that will try to claw his way out of the carrier the entire way to the vet, but for some reason he does just fine in the stroller. If a cat clawed at the material over a long period of time it would probably begin to rip, but it really is pretty durable.
1803836
Yes it holds up well. I had 5 full grown cats on it and it held up well for 2 years then somehow the top condo came lose. Now I have 2 18 lb cats that love to use the existing shelves. I don't know how the top came lose but I'm sure it was because more than three cats weighing 11 and over we're using it good strong condo.
1896126
I have used this with the Thule Force XL cargo box. It held up more than fine. I loaded it a little more than I should have as we had ski gear, clothes, etc. for 4 people and 2 dogs. We drove from DC to upstate NY through the mountains (turns, etc.), through NJ (bad roads), and at higher speeds (80+), and the box was fine and the carrier was fine.
1942671
I bought this for our two shihpoos (age 7 mos/8lbs. and 6 lbs.) They both can sit in it when taking them on short trips...vet/park/etc. BUT it would not be good on a long trip; which is really what I bought it for. I love how well made it is, and use it for short trips. We also have a 6 year old, 13 lb. ragdoll and she fits fine. I would guess it could accommodate two, maybe three adult cats. If I can help answer any more questions, I am happy to do that.
391553
Hi, the plastic is very hard. It weighs about 12-13 lbs and is very sturdy. It is the first time that I have felt safe transporting my 25 and 30 lb cats. I have 2 of these carriers and they are great. LOL I can only carry one cat at a time though due to their size but at least I feel secure that the crate is not coming apart.
1744755
This cart is very sturdy. You should have no problem with the height... if anything, it sits too high. it does stand up on wheels, so you need clearance on the bottom to roll it under your chair. The computer tablet part has a "lip" that keeps the computer from falling off when you tilt it. The mouse side stays still and flat. It rolls around the room great... and has plenty of room for a large laptop and even a drink and snacks! Well worth the money! And ours has survived our 3 cats with no mishaps at all.
1803840
I have 4 cats all between 10-16 lbs. It is not sturdy at all. I have a 40lb sand bag laying on the base to hold if in place. I would recommend spending a little more on a larger unit with a wider base.
2258758
It seems to me that this carrier would not be so good for a 3 day drive. Perhaps you can borrow a larger crate for that? I use this carrier to take my kitty to the vet, and it's fine for that.
1169177
I think it is sturdy. It doesn't fold in on the cat. This is the first carrier I've ever had for my cat...he usually travels in my arms and on my lap. There is something stiff in the bottom then a slightly padded pillow with Velcro to keep it in place. The bottom is probably not as sturdy as the hard plastic but it would be cooler because of all the mesh and easier for him/her to see out. I hope that helps.
1874412
This stroller seems to be designed to safely transport pets up to 15 lbs each. I use it to bring my 15 & 23 lb cats on short visits to the vet. It holds up just fine with that weight when the carriers are fixed and supported by the stroller (big guy on bottom), but I would only use the carrier on it's own for up to 15 lbs. The base of each carrier is only made of stiff cardboard covered in vinyl, and would bend and collapse with too much weight.
347015
I've had mine for over a year. It is very sturdy. I occasionally empty the litter and wash it out with bleach solution. I highly recommend this litter tray.