How flexible is the mesh once pulled out? We have 2 cats and I'm wondering if the mesh is flexible enough for them to squeeze underneath.
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The material is pliable so that it can be retracted, but it does not stretch. Once locked, the material will not move. You just need to ensure that you install the gate at floor level. If you install it above a 3-inch baseboard, pets may be able to squeeze under it.
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Not flexible enough to fit under unless stretched out by young children. Our 1 and 3 yr old boys push on it a bit. It holds their weight but stretches a tad. We have small 9 lb dog who can't squeeze thru the stretching. It pretty much terd he's its shape each time after retracting.
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No, it doesn't stay on that tight. But there is a lip on the lid, so it won't slide off easily if they bat at it. Not sure how crafty your cats are! They'd have to lift the edge to knock it off, then would have to get the roll out.
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Unfortunately my cat is a rescue and he was declawed. He does use the top and crawls into the bottom. He is 15 lbs.
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Yes mine is loose too. I was also surprised they did not put velcro. It does not seem to bother my cat though.
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I hope you got the large size because even my 9 pound cat is a bit "crowded" in the medium. This is my second Petmate carrier. Please see my original review for the steps I take to help my cat feel secure. Like you, I only use the carrier to take my cat to the vet. I have not had problems with my cat attempting to claw his way out of the carrier. HOWEVER, on our way back home from his very first trip to the vet in the OLD Petmate carrier, he tore the mesh with his teeth, because WE did not know he needed to go to the bathroom. He was newly rescued on that first visit and he has never had this problem again. So yes the mesh can be torn and much depends on his sense of comfort in the carrier. I hope you got the large size because even my 9 pound cat is a bit "crowded" in the medium. This is my second Petmate carrier. Please see my original review for the steps I take to help my cat feel secure. Like you, I only use the carrier to take my cat to the vet. I have not had problems with my cat attempting to claw his way out of the carrier. HOWEVER, on our way back home from his very first trip to the vet in the OLD Petmate carrier, he tore the mesh with his teeth, because WE did not know he needed to go to the bathroom. He was newly rescued on that first visit and he has... » Read More I hope you got the large size because even my 9 pound cat is a bit "crowded" in the medium. This is my second Petmate carrier. Please see my original review for the steps I take to help my cat feel secure. Like you, I only use the carrier to take my cat to the vet. I have not had problems with my cat attempting to claw his way out of the carrier. HOWEVER, on our way back home from his very first trip to the vet in the OLD Petmate carrier, he tore the mesh with his teeth, because WE did not know he needed to go to the bathroom. He was newly rescued on that first visit and he has never had this problem again. So yes the mesh can be torn and much depends on his sense of comfort in the carrier. « Show Less
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I guess it would depend on the consistency of the barf...but the mesh I believe is plastic and if it went through to the under part you would just reach on and wipe it out no problem....none of my cats have ever barfed on mine
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Yes the sisal is tight and I have a 14# cat that has tried all layers. He plays with the 3 month old kitten on it and it seems pretty stable.
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No, the mesh bottom is not removable. We have never had a problem with mesh bottoms. This is our third bunny.
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The mesh is very sturdy; our cat has clawed at it from the inside, and our dogs from the outside, with no damage. The only disappointment is that the "fun run" doesn't attach to the tent. The zippers don't line up.
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Mesh on top. Mesh on top areas of 3 sides. My cat naps in it. It is kinda small but would be okay transporting cats a short distance. My cat is about 10#.
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I've had the other type with zips for years and the cats slowly tear holes in the mesh and I eventually replace them when's there is too much duct tape on the stroller--but I can't image a cat who could tear a hole in one in a single effort, large enough to get out. The mesh is plasticized and doesn't readily tear, it requires concerted, long-term effort (which one of my cats is willing to expend.)
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Although the clip that holds down the hood quite well, if the cats can tear the mesh, they can get out. You can tether them inside as they have a very good tether system.
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The mesh is very sturdy and made of something like PVC. When you say hybrid we're assuming you mean Savannahs or the like. For a cat that large I might suggest only one at a time be in the stroller, unless they get along really well. My girls are very large at about 30 pounds each, and get along famously, but even they an get a bit snippy with each other if they have to be there together for over an hour. They both love the stroller but seem to know the difference between a good trip/stroll and the Vet trip, and have pushed at the mesh and clawed at it a few times to no avail. So you should be fine. Hope this helps you.
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Out of the box, I would say no. We had to use a small ratchet strap to keep it from shifting under our largest Siamese (14 lbs fatty). After strapping it, it works fine but as advertised no I would say not. It doesn't shift a huge amount but it's enough to make it unsettling for the cat.
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I suppose it's possible, but not very probable. More likely if the cat was determined to get out, its claws would get wrapped around in the mesh instead of actually fraying it. The mesh is of stern material but flexible in contruct.
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I have not had an issue with them unscrewing the parts. Are you sure you have it tight enough. My dogs roll it all around and eat kibble as it falls out. I have small dogs.
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I haven't had an issue with it so far. My kitties are more interested in the tube itself. You can always cut the strings off and use something like packaging tape or more string to store it.