16 Designer Dog Bags With Room for a Small Dog

Small white dog peeks out of a tan designer tote bag held by a person in navy trousers.

Updated 10 November 2026

A handbag has one job. A designer dog bag has three: hold a wriggling passenger safely, stay comfortable on the shoulder after twenty minutes, and still look like something chosen on purpose. Plenty of pretty carriers manage the last part and fail the first two.

The 16 bags below run from canvas totes for coffee runs to leather pieces from fashion labels and structured carriers made for airports. Each card notes the material, the dog it suits and the detail that sets it apart. To shop by carrier type instead of by label, these best dog carriers for every kind of trip cover slings, backpacks and hard-sided options.

Designer Dog Tote Bags for Everyday Errands

A designer dog tote is a carrier shaped like an everyday shoulder bag, made for small dogs on short outings. The good ones add a firm base, an inner clip that fastens to a harness, and a lining that wipes or washes clean. The totes in this list suit dogs up to about 10 to 15 pounds, so check each brand's own limit before buying.

Not sure a tote is the right shape? This guide on how to choose a dog carrier compares totes with slings and backpacks.

DOGISTRY The Tribeca Lightweight Dog Tote Bag

Washable neoprene keeps this tote light on the shoulder, and matte rose-gold hardware gives it the finish of a proper handbag. A removable food-safe treat pouch stops snacks from marking the inside. Dogistry makes it for teacup and small breeds that like to curl up close. The label's SoHo harness appears in this roundup of designer dog harnesses, a neat match for walks before and after the carry.

Tommy Hilfiger Canvas Dog Tote Bag

Canvas with leather trim, soft sides and sturdy carry handles, from a label most wardrobes already know. The bottom wipes clean, which matters on wet-pavement days. It runs compact. Compare the listed dimensions and weight limit with your dog before ordering, and expect it to suit Chihuahuas, Yorkies and other toy breeds best.

Nandog Tote Pet Carrier

Cotton canvas, a lining that lifts out for the wash, two hidden pockets for your own things and a separate pocket for treats. Three interchangeable straps change the look in seconds. It measures 15 by 7 by 11 inches and is recommended for dogs up to 10 pounds.

Lambwolf OLLA Petite Pet Carrycot

Half bed, half bag. OLLA is a lightly padded carrycot for extra small pets up to 11 pounds, with a reversible cushion that is fluffy on one side and cool nylon on the other. A wide padded strap turns it into a sling for short trips, and a belt inside fastens to a harness. It has no hard base and no full closure, so keep it for calm dogs who settle.

Little Beast Dog Carrier

The puffy one. A nylon shell over polyester padding makes it light, airy and soft against a dog's side, and at 13 inches high by 18 long it hangs like a slouchy shoulder bag. Colors include black, espresso, leopard, brown gingham and a strawberry print. It was made with subway and bus rides in mind.

By Teddy Bouclé & Travel Carry Bag Dog Carrier

Plush bouclé outside, and inside a mat that lifts out so your dog has a familiar spot to lie on at the cafe. Buyers mention how comfortably it carries and how quickly their dogs fall asleep in it. Pale shades show dirt sooner, so a darker color is the practical choice. It looks lovely with one of these luxury dog collars.

Barbour Quilted Pet Carrier

Barbour's quilting, a fleece lining and a padded base: a small country jacket for a dog to sit in. Webbing handles, a zip closure, an outside pocket and an inner safety clip handle the practical side. It is designed for smaller breeds. Sponge clean only. For a Barbour-loving friend, it belongs on any list of dog mom gift ideas.

Luxury Dog Carrier Purses From Fashion Labels

These are the investment pieces, where leather, hardware and a recognizable name do most of the talking. A lead to match finishes the look, and these designer dog leashes cover every budget.

Aviteur Leather-Trim Canvas Pet Carrier

Aviteur is the Italian travel label founded by Patricia Gucci, and its pet carrier is made in Italy from canvas with Italian leather trim. Breathable mesh panels and a removable, washable microfiber lining look after the dog. An outside pocket big enough for a laptop looks after you. The brand's prism clasp is the only decoration.

Tyler Ellis Josh Pet Carrier

Calf leather and neoprene in a semi-structured shape with a zip top. It is generous, about 19 inches wide, 15 high and 12 deep, so a small dog can stretch out rather than perch. Another collaboration between a luggage house and a dog label is covered in this review of the Cloud 7 x Tumi dog carrier.

Hugo Boss Pet Dog Travel Bag

BOSS brings its clean, tailored look to a travel bag for small dogs, made in breathable, durable materials. Sizes and weight limits differ between BOSS pet bags. Read the measurements on the listing and hold a tape against your dog before choosing.

Luxury Pet Carriers for Flights and Road Trips

A designer dog travel bag earns its place at the airport, with mesh for airflow, a structured base and somewhere to stash documents. Rules differ between airlines and routes, so read these tips for traveling with a dog before booking.

BEIS The Pet Carrier

A nylon carrier with mesh entrances at the top and the front, a sherpa lining that lifts out and loops for a car seat belt. A padded laptop pocket and a removable crossbody strap mean one less bag to juggle. BEIS lists it for pets up to 20 pounds.

Away The Pet Carrier

Nylon and leather to match Away's suitcases, for pets up to 18 pounds. Inside is washable sherpa bedding and a safety collar clip. Mesh panels on three sides, a privacy screen and latches that fasten to a seat belt cover the rest. Away says it fits under the seat on most major airlines, and it carries a five-star certification from the Center for Pet Safety.

Dagne Dover Kyoto Pet Carrier

Made from recycled polyester, with a faux sherpa bed that comes out for washing. Mesh doors and windows keep air moving. Two buckle clips secure it to a car seat, the zipper pulls lock, and the whole carrier collapses for storage. It comes in two sizes, both for cats and dogs up to 20 pounds.

TAVO PETS Dupree II Airline Carry-On Pet Carrier

Two products in one: an airline-compliant carry-on and an impact-tested car seat, with latches that lock straight into the vehicle seat. The top zips open and holds back with a magnet, so a curious head can pop out in the terminal. It suits pets up to 20 pounds. The thinking behind the brand is in this piece on Tavo's dog car seat carrier.

Mark and Graham Buddy Pet Carrier

The personal one. Your dog's name can be embroidered across the top, which makes it a sweet gift for a new puppy. It measures 18 by 11.5 by 11 inches, with two carry handles and an adjustable shoulder strap, and the brand describes it as TSA-compliant.

Nooee Pet Olive Carrier

Quilted nylon in a soft olive, 17 inches long, for pets up to 15 pounds. The strap switches from shoulder to crossbody and an inside tether keeps your dog secure. A mesh window with a double zip lets a nose peek through. Unzip it fully and it lies flat as a mat for rest stops.

How to Choose a Luxury Dog Bag

The label gets the attention. Fit, airflow and fastenings decide whether the bag is used twice or every week.

Sizing a Dog Purse for Toy and Small Breeds

Measure your dog from collar to tail base and from floor to head while sitting, then compare both with the bag's inside dimensions. Your dog should be able to sit, turn and lie down. Weight limits in this list run from 10 to 20 pounds. For anything heavier, a shoulder bag stops being kind to either of you, and one of these dog strollers is the gentler answer.

Airline Rules for a Dog Travel Bag

Each airline decides whether pets may fly in the cabin, and the carrier counts as carry-on baggage that must fit under the seat. A label that says airline-compliant is a starting point, not a promise. Check your airline's size and weight limits for the pet and carrier together.

Dogs settle far better in a bag they already know. Start at home a week or two ahead with this guide to introducing your dog to a carrier.

Leather, Canvas or Nylon Pet Carriers

Leather looks the smartest and asks the most care. Canvas is casual and forgiving, especially with a lining that washes. Nylon and neoprene are the lightest and wipe down fastest, which is why most travel carriers use them. Whatever the outside, look for a liner or bed that comes out.

Louis Vuitton and Goyard Dog Carriers

The Louis Vuitton monogram dog carrier and Goyard's Chien Gris are the bags most people picture first. Neither is stocked by the retailers in this roundup, and many older Louis Vuitton carriers now change hands on resale sites. Buying secondhand? Check the mesh, zippers and base as closely as the stitching, since those are the parts a dog wears out.

FAQ

Luxury Dog Purse Questions

Are designer dog carriers airline approved?

Some are built for flying and some are not. In this list, the Away, Dagne Dover, Tavo, BEIS, Mark and Graham and Nooee carriers are described by their makers as suitable for air travel. Open totes are for errands, not cabins. Airlines set their own limits, so confirm the measurements with yours before you fly.

What size dog fits in a dog tote bag?

Toy and small breeds. The smallest tote here is recommended for dogs up to 10 pounds, and the largest travel carriers take pets up to 20 pounds. Length matters as much as weight, so a long-backed Dachshund may need a bigger bag than a Pomeranian of the same weight.

How do you clean a luxury pet carrier?

Follow the maker's label first. Several bags here have a lining, mat or bed that lifts out for washing, which handles most mess. Quilted and leather-trimmed carriers are usually sponge or spot clean only, and one neoprene tote is washable. Let everything dry fully before your dog climbs back in.

More Stylish Travel Gear for Small Dogs

The right bag is the one your dog walks toward when it comes out of the closet. Add a few well-chosen extras from these dog travel accessories and most trips are covered.

For smaller makers and independent labels, the Dog Carriers and Dog Travel directory is worth a browse.

Flying with your dog in the cabin? The Federal Aviation Administration's page on flying with pets sets out the under-seat rule that every airline follows.

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Kosar is the editor of Pretty Fluffy. Many of the site’s topics start with real questions from life with her Maltese, Yuki. The answers come from veterinary sources and research, written in plain language for everyday dog owners.

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