A variety of stylish pet carriers have become more popular in recent years, but pet totes may be some of the more fun ones for small pets. Keep in mind these types of pet carriers aren’t a good choice for taking your scared pet to the vet. For this an enclosed pet carrier is often best. Pet carrier totes are better for the relaxed pet who frequently travels with you and who is comfortable being carried around like this.

There are some features you should look for as you are shopping for a pet carrier tote. The features you need will vary slightly based on your pet and what you are using it for, but there are a few common features any pet tote should have.

The company known as Pet Fly’s developed because the owner of the company saw a big gap in the choices for pet carriers. She wasn’t happy with the choices of travel pet carriers that were commonly available so she decided to bridge that gap. She saw either low end pet carriers or ridiculously high priced stylish pet carriers. There was a lack of something in between that was fun but that also had a good design. She filled this gap with fun, quality pet carriers at a reasonable price and now she has expanded her line to other products as well.

In the category of luxury pet carriers Sleepypod pet carriers are hard to beat. They have some unique features that will make you and your pet feel pampered. The interior of these pet carriers are plush, comfy and easy to clean. Sleepypod pet carriers come with a soft, cozy foam padding, but they also include a water resistant liner.

The round design not only has a distinct look, but it also contours to your pet’s body. The pet carrier is designed in a way that allows your pet to spread out and sleep in the way that’s most comfortable.

Why buy a luxury pet carrier? Well, there are lots of reasons but most importantly because our pets are an important part of our lives. In fact surveys by the Delta Society, a Washington state group that studies the bond between humans and animals, show that people think of their cats, dogs and birds as family members. A survey by the American Animal Hospital Association showed that 56 percent of pet people surveyed were willing to risk their own lives for their pets and 64 percent were confident their pet would come to their rescue