5 On-Trend Cat Backpacks Your BFF Will Want to Take a Ride in This Year

On-trend regardless of the season? A fashion-statement backpack. Whether you’re traveling, on your way to class or taking a stroll around your neighborhood, a backpack always comes in handy to carry all the essentials—including your cat.

Cat carrier backpacks are a safe, stylish and easy way to transport your cat to and from work, school, vacation, outdoor adventures or a vet appointment. And with 78 percent of pet parents admitting they take their pet with them when traveling (according to a 2023 Chewy survey), a cat backpack is practically a must-have.

We’ve curated a list of our favorite cat carrier backpacks. From Millennial pink (yep, it’s back!) to bubble backpacks (because, really, these never go out of style), these cat carriers are not only comfy for cats, but they’re sure to turn heads, too.

Who could ever resist a bubble backpack? Not only are we obsessed with them, but Taylor Swift is, too—and for good reason. They extremely cute for cat lovers to wear, and furry friends love the birds-eye view. (Psst, for more Taylor Swift-inspired cat picks, check out these cat products that match Swift’s albums.)

Our favorite is Pet Fit for Life’s cat carrier backpack ($43), with its extra-large window.

Not only is this expandable cat carrier backpack made with plenty of breathable mesh to help your cat stay comfortable during your travels, but it’s also an excellent choice for the cat who needs a larger space to lie in, thanks to its ability to adjust from 11 inches to 27 inches by unzipping and unfolding the rear compartment.

Barbiecore, or hot pink fashion, was all the rage in 2023. But this year, it’s all about Millennial Pink, which is making a big comeback this year. And we have our eye on a couple of pink cat backpacks that boast some convenient, super-functional features.

PetAmi

One of our favorites is the PetAmi Deluxe Backpack ($40). Made for feline friends on the go, this high-quality pet backpack carrier has plenty of ventilation to keep your cat cool.

Its safety features also include a reinforced structure that helps prevent the backpack from collapsing, especially during long journeys by train or plane.

While this is one of the best cat backpacks available for medium-sized cats, it can also be used for cats up to 18 pounds.

Pet Gear

We also like the Pet Gear I-GO2 Escort Cat Backpack & Rolling Carrier ($58).

Great for all types of travel, this backpack has it all: extra storage, extra space for your cat in the main compartment and wheels! And if you like the style of the bag but don’t particularly like pink, no problem. It’s also available in black and green.

Models may be rocking sheer layers; but us pet parents are sporting our own sheer accessories: cat backpacks with mesh windows. Here are two of our favorites.

For a pet carrier backpack that matches just about any outfit (on you or your cat), look no further than Kenneth Cole Reaction’s collapsible backpack ($71).

Boasting mesh windows, gold zippers, padded shoulder straps and a removable, washable mat, this cat backpack lends itself well to hikes or long walks through airports, especially during extensive travel days.

Kopeks’ deluxe cat carrier backpack ($60) is practically entirely see-through (it boasts three ventilation mesh panels)—so your cat can take in all of the views. It also comes equipped with two large pockets to store all of your cat’s favorite treats and toys.

But that’s not all. On days when you don’t feel like carrying your feline friend on your back, you can extend the handle and roll your cat around on wheels instead (both which are built into the carrier).