My husband and I started Prefer Pets in 2006 on an afternoon drive to Victory Park in Pasadena CA, to spend a lovely Saturday with our 2 pekes, Button and ShoSho. On our way there, our boy Button escaped from the carrier that we had bought at a pet box store and proceed to play with us by running around on the floor of the car, ducking under the car seats, and finally wedging himself behind the brake pedal (Button being a tiny 3 months old at the time). Luckily, we were able to stop the car without any injury.This is when we knew we need to have a better carrier to travel safely with our 2 fur-kids.
From our first carriers, original duffel and original backpack, created with features and functions that we wished we had on that day, we have persistently evolve the designs of our bags based on feedbacks and pressure points from real customers and from our own journeys with Button and ShoSho as they grew older. Every Prefer Pets product that we make, it is with the thought of what we would want ourselves in term of mindful designs, quality material & construction, and customer service when we were buying pet products for Button and ShoSho.
Today, we proudly remain a family business and are still based in Southern California, and while our little boy and little girl are no longer with us, we are committed to continue making quality travel carriers for pets and the people who loves them, for enjoying life’s journey with their own Buttons and ShoShos.
I love this bag. I was nervous about it because it seemed so big and I was flying on Spirit airlines which has such small beg sized but it worked perfectly. I didn't even have to put it on its side to get it to fit. I compressed it a bit and it worked great. I love how much head room there is for my dog when she isn't under the seat. It's a great.
This is a nice carrying case, with interesting options.
I actually haven't used it yet but I put it together and my dog got right in it. I closed it and it's everything I wanted. Seems good quality for the price. I love how versatile it is. I'm planning on flying in July and using it for a cat.
I have a pup traveler and have used different carriers, but nothing is as durable as this! She loves it and it’s easy on my back. I don’t have to worry if she is comfortable or slumping. I love it!!
This is a GREAT backpack. My Dog, a Maltese loves it . It is sturdy and my little one Is so comfortable. We also babysit my Aunt's dog a slightly larger Cairn Terrier, she loves It too! The bag is very roomy. We haven't tried the front strap or one of the others included but having options is great! This bag is also comfortable for the wearer.
I like to bring my cat when I go out, I really like this backpack for my cat, make a lot easy when we hang out
My 9 year old silky loves his new mode of transportation. He is a lover of strollers and being pushed around like a King to receive his adoring public. This backpack is another regal way of transporting his highness! It is a little snug (which is fine by him) so measure your King or Queen carefully. For me, it is was easy to set up (instructions included). It is durable, easily holds his weight (15 lbs) and relatively comfortable to wear on back or front. Hope this helps!
My Doxie got a herniated disk but I didn’t want her to miss out on hiking. Invested in this carrier to carry her along with us while out and about. Great product.