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Description
PawShell — Foldable Hard-Shell Pet Carrier (Red & Black)A pet carrier you don't mind being seen with. Sculpted, embossed, and folds flat into the cupboard when it's not earning its keep. The PawShell is built around a single idea: a carrier should look like an object, not a piece of pet equipment. The shell is a single moulded piece of EVA the same closed cell foam you find in good camera cases pressed into a soft dome and embossed on the front with a single oversized paw print. There is no logo. There is
A pet carrier you don't mind being seen with. Sculpted, embossed, and folds flat into the cupboard when it's not earning its keep.
The PawShell is built around a single idea: a carrier should look like an object, not a piece of pet equipment. The shell is a single moulded piece of EVA — the same closed-cell foam you find in good camera cases — pressed into a soft dome and embossed on the front with a single oversized paw print. There is no logo. There is no slogan. There is the paw, and the shape, and the colour.
Inside, your cat or small dog has a quiet, mesh-ventilated den. Outside, it's a thing you'd happily carry through a coffee shop.
At a glance
- Moulded EVA hard-shell — holds its shape, lightweight, water-resistant
- Open size 42 × 26 × 35 cm — for cats and small / toy-breed dogs
- Folds flat to 42 × 5 × 35 cm for storage between trips
- Embossed paw front — sculpted, no printing or logos
- Mesh ventilation across the top and a side window with zip flap
- Reinforced top carry handle
- Two colours — red, black
- Free worldwide delivery, fully tracked
A shell, not a bag
Most soft carriers collapse the moment you set them down. The PawShell doesn't. The closed-cell EVA gives it structure — the kind of structure that means a 4 kg cat sitting against the wall doesn't bow the side outward, and a wedge of magazines stacked on top in an Uber doesn't squash the roof down. It holds.
And then, when you don't need it, it folds. Press the sides together and the whole thing flattens to the depth of a hardback book. It slides behind the bookshelf. It slides under the sofa. It does not live in the middle of your hallway.
Built for the small ones
Inside dimensions of 42 × 26 × 35 cm. That's a carrier sized deliberately for cats, kittens, toy breeds, puppies and older small dogs — anything up to roughly 4–5 kg. Your pet should be able to stand up, turn around, and lie down without their back touching the top.
If you're on the fence about size, measure your pet from chest to base of tail and from shoulder to ground, and add a few centimetres for comfort. If you're moving anything bigger than a small terrier, this isn't your carrier — look at our larger soft-sided options.
Ventilation done quietly
The mesh sits in two places. Across the curved top of the shell, a row of slim vents lets warm air rise out — important on summer journeys and in heated cars. On the side, a fully-meshed window panel zips back to give your pet a clear view, and zips closed if they're nervous and prefer the den effect.
For most cats and small dogs, the side panel is the difference between a calm carrier ride and a vocal one.
A few honest notes on travel and use
Car travel: the rigid shell is not a substitute for a crash-tested restraint. For car journeys, route a seatbelt through the top handle, or use a dedicated dog car booster (like our PupRide) instead.
Air travel: always check your specific airline's published in-cabin pet policy before booking. Cabin pet rules and dimension limits vary by carrier, and many short-haul UK and European airlines don't carry pets in cabin at all.
Always supervise your pet while inside the carrier. Don't leave the carrier in direct sunlight or in a hot car.
Care
Wipe clean with a damp cloth — the EVA shell shrugs off water, splashes, and the inevitable accident. Air dry only. Avoid bleach and solvent-based cleaners (they break down the foam over time). The fabric mesh side panel can be brushed clean with a soft brush or wiped with a barely-damp cloth.
Frequently asked
What size pet does this fit?
Cats, kittens, puppies, toy breeds and small dogs — typically up to about 4–5 kg. Internal dimensions are 42 × 26 × 35 cm. Your pet should be able to stand, turn and lie down comfortably. Not suitable for medium or large breeds.
Is the shell genuinely rigid?
Yes — the EVA construction means it holds its shape under normal handbag-pressure. It's not crashproof and it's not crush-tested for heavy weights, but it won't collapse the way a soft fabric carrier does the moment you set it down or stack something on top.
How does it fold?
Press the front and back panels gently together and the carrier collapses to a flat shape roughly 42 × 5 × 35 cm — about the depth of a hardback book. Easy to slide into a wardrobe, behind a bookshelf or under the sofa between trips.
Is it airline approved?
Cabin pet rules vary by airline and route, and most UK and short-haul European carriers don't carry pets in cabin at all. We don't claim airline approval because that promise would be different on every flight. Always check your specific carrier's in-cabin pet policy before booking.
Can I use it in the car?
It's not a crash-tested restraint. For car travel, secure the carrier on the back seat by routing the seatbelt through the top handle, or use a dedicated car booster (like our PupRide) or a tested harness restraint.
Red or black?
Both are the same carrier with the same dimensions. Black is the more discreet choice — it reads as a structured shoulder bag at first glance. Red is a deliberate statement piece and photographs beautifully on social. Pick whichever matches you.
Free worldwide delivery, fully tracked. 30-day returns on unused items.
Shipping Notes
- Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
- Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
- Delivery to the USA:
- Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
- If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
- To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
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