24 Best Dog Carrier Backpacks & Purses

We included Django on our best dog raincoats post because as a brand, they’re dedicated to accessorizing small pups. They offer this stylish waxed canvas dog travel tote, which straddles the line between dog purse and weekender bag. The inside includes a safety tether and a pad which is covered in a machine washable sherpa liner for maximum comfort.

It measures 14.5 inches long by 8 inches wide by 12.5 tall. Choose from black or olive green.

Compared to the PetGear version, this is more heavily skewed to being a roller bag. Nevertheless, it can easily be worn as a backpack to carry dogs up to 20 pounds. The side storage pouches are a bit more generous on this version and in general, the bag is somewhat more robust, which makes sense given the price.

There are two sizes to choose from and a couple different color options, as well. All have an internal tether and a platform on the inside that keeps your dog upright even when tipped.

This offering from Kurgo is styled to look just like an ordinary, everyday backpack, making it easy to wear even for longer journeys. A handle on the front means that it can also be laid on its side and carried like a traditional pet carrier.

Inside, there’s a removeable, machine-washable pad while the bottom is waterproof. Dogs up to 25 pounds can safely ride inside and there are plenty of useful storage pockets.

PetGear offers a dog backpack that is capable of being much more than that. This unit offers five different functions, depending on your needs. In addition to being a backpack, it can be a roller bag, car seat, tote and airplan carry-on, depending on which handle you use.

There are four different size and configuration combinations, as well as storage pouches and a fleece pad. Depending on which you choose, the color options are: black, blue, copper, pink or green.

This inexpensive offering is a front-carry dog backpack for those who treat their dogs like a human baby. Two sizes are available for dogs up to 20 pounds in your choice of blue or gray.

Otherwise, this is a relatively simple offering, light on other features compared to some of the more expensive options. This one is all about comfortably carrying your pup so you can still see them. 

Mogoko makes a variant of the backpack made by Kurgo, stripped down both in features and in price. This simple backpack is available in three sizes for dogs up to 15 pounds, each available in black, blue, green, orange or pink.

The main compartment is accented by a couple of storage pouches, while the mesh construction makes it breatheable. This is a lightweight bag for lightweight breeds.

Resembling a hiking or camping backpack, the four size variations of this dog backpack allows you to carry dogs up to 40 pounds, depending on the model you choose. Each model has a slight variation in style, as well, collectively accounting for 12 different color options.

The design of this backpack includes five different safety mechanisms, which, when properly engaged, means your dog cannot fall out or escape from the bag without your help. They include: carabiner collar clip, lumbar and zipper support straps, zipper loop, side cinch straps, sternum straps, mesh side panels for cooling. In addition, the Air Plus models include a backpack for your backpack to haul all your dog-related gear in. 

This dog carrier backpack combines ease of entry and exit with good airflow and a generous capacity. Though there are no size options available, dogs up to 18 pounds can fit comfortably. Both sides open fully to make it simple for your dog to get in or out.

The entire structure is reinforced to keep it from collapsing on itself and the bottom cushion is sherpa covered. Choose from 12 different colors. 

Some find these sling-style dog purses to be more comfortable than other options, which means you can comfortably carry your dog around for longer periods of time. The padded, adjustable strap can be set between about 18 inches to 35 inches in length to accommodate dogs up to 13 pounds.

This purse is machine washable and comes in three different configurations. The normal version is available in fuchsia, green, gray, black, or pink. There’s a water resistant version in black or brown and a breatheable material verison in gray.

Here’s another rolling option to consider, which again is multi-funtional with four usage modes. The obvious is the rolling carrier and the backpack, but it can also be used as a pet car seat and a dog bed when necessary. Two available sizes allow you to accommodate dogs up to 17 pounds. 

This is a fairly lightweight option and not quite as robust as more expensive rolling style dog backpacks. Still, it’s priced right and worthy of consideration. 

This option from Dexdog comes in the form of a durable canvas tote. It’s relatively simple and aimed at durability, with reinforced double stitching at each seam. The top zipper will keep rain off your dog and keep them safely inside.

There are two sizes available: Medium is for dogs up to 12 inches in length, 14 inches in height, and 11 pounds. Large is for dogs up to 15 inches in length, 14 inches in height, and 25 pounds. You choice of dark or light gray, both with navy trim.

Aimed at the smallest toy breeds, this dog purse looks almost like a normal, everyday handbag. The major difference, of course, is the roll-back flap across the top that can be tied back to reveal a mesh top for maximum dog ventilation. The straps offer a drop of 10 inches, which should be just enough to use it on your shoulder, if you prefer.

The interior dimensions are 16 inches long by 7.5 inches wide by 10.5 inches high. It’s certainly a compact solution, but it will keep your small dog snug and comfortable. Choose from black, purple or turquoise. If you prefer, you can get a faux patent leather finish in a related design, as well.

For especially small toy breeds, this is the carrier to consider. It’s available in just one size that will accommodate a dog up to ten pounds while providing plenty of height. In fact, headroom for your dog could be unlimited if you open the top flap while carrying them.

There is ample padding and storage pouches, and they’ve even included two removeable fleece pads so you always have an extra on hand. For small dogs, this is a comfortable and compact solution.

There are a few variations of this style of dog carrier backpack out there, including offering from Lemonda and Giantex. We even included on on our best cat carriers post. This version from Blitzwolf comes in three different sizes in three slightly different formats, each featuring the novel bubble viewing window in them. 

These carriers definitely lean more on the aesthetics and novelty aspects, but the waterproof outershell creates a secure environment for your small dog. Ventilation is also quite good on these and despite the interesting design, they wear comfortably like a traditional backpack. Choose from eight color options.

If weight is your primary concern, consider this dog purse. It weighs just over two pounds, adding very little to the total package as you tote your dog around. The straps are adjustable and there is an additional strap for sliding a seat belt through for extra security.

The mesh openings are dark enough that most people are unlikely to see your dog inside. The dimensions are 17 inches long by 9 inches wide by 12 inches tall. If the color isn’t quite for you, Argo makes a related bag in green. Alternatively, you could check out the funkier Petagon from Argo.

If bike riding is on the list of activities you want to do with your dog, this is the dog backpack for you. This dog backpack can serve as a bicycle basket dog carrier when properly outfitted with the included rigid panels. Naturally, you can also use it as a car booster seat, while the entire front face can fold up for superior ventilation.

There are no color nor size options available, but the flexibility and general shape means it will work for a number of different dog breeds. While it doesn’t close completely, it does include a safety tether in addition to the drawstring top, so your dog is unlikely to escape.