Amazon.comSherpa Original Deluxe Pet CarrierGet the Right FitThe Sherpa Original Deluxe Carrier comes in multiple sizes and colors. Small is for pets up to 8 pounds and it measures 15 inches long, 8.5 inches high, and 10 inches wide. Medium is for pets up to 16 pounds and it measures 18 inches long, 11 inches high, and 10.5 inches wide. Large is for pets up to 22 pounds and it measures 19 inches long, 11.8 inches high, and 11.5 inches wide. Guaranteed On Board Flying with a pet is stressful. Every airline has a specific set of rules and regulations and pet parents are often not properly prepared or aware of the requirements. As avid pet lovers and enthusiasts, Sherpa wants to ensure that pets and pet parents travel comfortably and with peace of mind. Guaranteed On Board is the only program that guarantees our carriers are in-line with each participating airlines rules and regulations and provides all the information needed for an easy, hassle-free trip. Simply go to www.flygob.com, select the participating airline, enter the carrier info, pet info and flight info and print the GOB form. Should you be denied boarding due to your Sherpa carrier, Quaker Pet Group will reimburse you for the cost of your flight and pet fee--Guaranteed! Original Deluxe Element Duffle Element Carrier Delta Deluxe AA Carrier AA Duffle On Wheels Cat Tote Top Entry YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Side Entry YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Hand Carry Straps YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Shoulder Strap YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Pull Strap YES Wheels YES Number of Mesh Panels 3 4 3 3 3 3 4 3 Number of Pockets 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 Roll-Down Privacy Flaps YES YES YES Seatbelt/Luggage Strap YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Available Sizes Pets up to 8 pounds YES YES YES Pets up to 16 pounds YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Pets up to 20 pounds YES Pets up to 22 pounds YES YES Approved on Most Airlines Small YES YES N/A N/A N/A YES N/A N/A Medium YES N/A YES YES YES YES YES YES Large N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Guaranteed on Board Small YES YES N/A N/A YES N/A N/A Medium YES YES YES YES YES YES Large N/A N/A N/A N/AApproved for Use on Most Major Airlines VS. Guaranteed on BoardPlease note, only the Small and Medium Original Deluxe are Guaranteed On Board. The Large Original Deluxe is approved for use on most major domestic airlines. Whats the difference?Approved for use on Major Airlines means that a carrier: Provides adequate ventilation Is leak-proof Safely encloses the pet Conforms to underseat dimensionsMost pet carriers and all Sherpa carriers are airline approved, however ONLY Sherpa carriers are Guaranteed On Board.Guaranteed On Board is the only program that guarantees a Sherpa carrier meets an airline's specific rules and regulations and will be allowed on board. All small and medium Sherpa carriers are included in the GOB program. Go to www.flygob.com Select the participating airline Enter the flight info, carrier info and pet info Print and sign the forms and present when boardingShould the passenger be denied due to the Sherpa carrier, Quaker Pet Group will reimburse the pet parent for ticket and pet fee--guaranteed! Questions to ask before traveling with your pet: Is my pet too old or young to handle the stress of traveling? Is my pet in poor health? Is my pet recovering from surgery or a traumatic event? Is my pet pregnant? Does my pet get motion sickness?If you answer yes to any of these questions, check with your vet if your pet is suited for transport in its current condition. Prep your pet:Be sure to purchase the correct size of carrier appropriate for the weight of your pet. Using a carrier that is too large could result in motion sickness. Your pet should have enough room to stand up and turn around inside the carrier.Prior to traveling make sure to allow ample time for your pet to familiarize itself with its carrier. We recommend purchasing a carrier at least a month in advance to allow your pet sufficient time to become accu