How do you decide which carrier to choose from the growing assortment? What size is your dog? What is your budget? What is your particular or unique style? Once you answer those questions you are well on your way to finding the perfect dog carrier for you and your dog. The smaller dogs are best transported in dog carriers.

When you have a dog that weighs 15 pounds or more it will difficult to carry that dog in an over the shoulder carrier. You might opt for a suitcase style carrier in this case.

If your dog weighs over 9 pounds, you might as well forget about a fashion carrier. You will need a practical carrier. The dog world of fashion does cater to the smaller teacup breeds. These are dogs anywhere from 2 to 7 pounds in weight. If your dog fits this category you will have a wider array of choices and fashion styles.

Whatever you do, don't buy a carrier that is too large for your dog. You want a carrier that your dog can snuggle and stretch in comfortably. Place a soft blanket or piece of soft fleece material and your dog's favorite toy in the carrier.

Your budget will determine what type and how many carriers you can buy. Top of the line dog carriers are made of luxurious leather. Some of these carriers look as good as your own luxurious leather handbag. They can resemble your own handbag so well in fact that you can pretty well go anywhere with your dog undetected, which is becoming more and more appealing for dog owners who do not like to leave their dogs behind even when they go out to eat.

The faux leathers and designer fabrics are also very popular. These are not necessarily cheaper, however. The materials offer consumers a greater variety in design and colors.

Be sure the carrier you purchase has the following:

1.A safety snaps to clip onto your dog's collar to prevent your dog from jumping out.

2.Adequate ventilation at both ends of the carrier at least, preferably also at the top of the dog carrier.

3.A comfortable and easy clean interior.

4.Storage pockets for treats and other necessities is a nice extra feature.