You need to think about the size. Just as with every other carrier, always measure your cat first. There should be enough extra room to help them get comfortable, but unlike with an ordinary carrier, they shouldn’t have an excessive amount of space – you don’t want them moving about dangerously. We chose carriers that can fit the average size of a cat comfortably, as well as other models for kittens or larger breeds. Each training step should be repeated multiple times over multiple training sessions. Once your cat is comfortable with each step and reliably performs the desired behavior, you can move on to the next step in the process. Some people say a cat can be in a carrier for up to 8 hours, with short breaks in between every 2 hours. We would say you’re best to factor in a break every hour if this is the case, or even train your cat to walk on the lead and harness if you’re going to be out all day. There are people who firmly believe that taking your cat out on a lead or in a carrier on a trip is cruel and should be reserved for dogs. There are a couple of things you must really think about, both to ensure the safety of your kitty and to make it a comfortable experience for you, too. These factors were taken into consideration by us when choosing our top 10.

Your cat will either be one to absolutely love exploring, going on trips or staying out until all hours, or the type to really like their home comforts. After all, if it is good enough for Taylor Swift (as seen in Miss Americana), it is good enough for the rest of us too.