The Best Dog Carrier Slings (Review) in 2021

With an urban design, our Best Choice is this smart sling carrier that can hold pets weighing up to 10 pounds. Made from leather for strength and comfort, with breathable soft mesh panels and pocket for your pet, you’ll take dog carrying in your stride. The body strap is fully adjustable and has a wide clip buckle and convenient cell phone pocket. The front pet pouch is perfectly sized for miniature breeds, such as chihuahua, mini poodles and Pomeranians and designed for comfort and safety. There’s plenty of ventilation, a leash hook and a drawstring around the opening for a safe fit, allowing your pooch to see everything that’s going on. And all of this for around $26. Great value for a quality dog sling carrier. 

If comfort is at the top of your list, then check out this dog sling carrier from Toomkas. Made from a breathable cotton fabric that’s machine washable and feels super-soft against your skin, there is plenty of padding to protect both you and your pooch. As well as reversible (so two great looks for the price of one), it is also available in two sizes – up to five pounds and up to 10 pounds so your little pooch won’t feel swamped. The shoulder strap is adjustable and there’s enough pockets for your furry friend’s essential stuff. Once inside, your little canine has plenty of space to look out and there’s a sturdy lock to fix to his collar for total peace of mind. 

Carried low over your hip, the Chico is a substantial pet sling that makes a fashion statement for you and your dog. For mini pooches up to 12 pounds, there’s ample space in the pouch for your pet to settle back and relax. The shoulder strap doesn’t have a buckle; instead you tighten the material through a loop to get your desired fit. This means it might not be as secure as a clip lock buckle, but you can adjust the fit. As a true ‘sling’ design, the opening to the pouch is quite wide but when worn, it feels secure and there’s a safety collar hook to keep your dog in place. And the fabric is soft cotton, comes in a choice of six fashion colors and machine washable too, so you and your pooch always look your best. 

Our best price pick is this practical dog sling designed in a roomy papoose style. With the looks of a fashionable over-the-shoulder bag, it’s also reversible when you and your little dog want to shake up your look! Made from soft cotton and polyester, the whole carrier bag is machine washable and can handle mini dogs up to 12 pounds. The pouch is slung quite low so larger dogs may find it a little uncomfortable, but for small canines and puppies that need that close contact reassurance, this sling can work well. And there’s a security clasp to attach to their collar to keep them in place. However, the shoulder strap is not adjustable which is a shame but for the price this is a good sling for shorter journeys. 

As a close-fitting sling for the more nervous pet, Slowton’s Pet Carrier is a well-priced choice. Made from soft, breathable cotton with a wide, adjustable padded shoulder strap, this carrier feels secure and sturdy. The pouch design hangs close to the body, meaning your little dog can always feel you near. The whole dog sling is also designed for comfort, from the generously padded strap to the roomy pouch with inner safety strap. And it is machine washable too so and your roving doggo always look your best. Although Slowton says it can take dogs up to 13 pounds, they recommend the ideal size is between for 5-12 pounds for maximum comfort all round. For very small dogs, you will need to pop in a little blanket for extra comfort. 

Ultra-light with a reassuringly secure feel, the Retro Pug could become your dog’s carrier best friend. With its kangaroo pouch, there’s plenty of support, as well as space for your doggo to look out, as it is designed to be able to take small to medium dogs weighing up to 15 pounds. What we like about this pet carrier is the wide shoulder strap that takes the weight and has been ergonomically designed to alleviate any shoulder pain. You also get enough clips, pockets and storage space for all those doggy essentials and the sling can be worn either to the left or the right. And this pet sling’s lightweight design means you can fold it up and take it with you on a walk with your dog, in case your little friend need a helping hand.

With its funky styling (who doesn’t love tartan?), there’s a fashion-forward vibe to this small dog sling from Jekeno that also steps up to the plate as an effective pet carrier. The fabric – cotton and chiffon – has a cozy feel but it’s durable and machine washable. Oh, and it’s reversible too. Sized for small dogs and cats up to 10 pounds in weight, this sling is a great way to take your pet with you and the pouch is roomy with plenty of under support. The classic cling style is held together with an adjustable strap with a metal buckle as a nice detail. The safety leash for your dog’s collar is actually on the shoulder strap which doesn’t give as secure feel as it being inside the pouch but for short journeys, walks or to carry your pup in the car, this is a nicely priced buy.

For the more outdoor adventurous mini pooch, we really like this durable and waterproof dog sling from Puppy Eyes. Made from lightweight, waterproof and breathable fabric, it has a sizeable pouch space for your dog, and can take a dog up to 17 pounds. To take the strain, the shoulder strap is nice and wide, with an easy adjust buckle and strap pocket. Inside the pouch there is an inner lease plus a safety net to ensure they stay comfortably in place. For the durable, outdoor spec of this dog sling, you will pay an extra price, but this is still a reasonable purchase and you should get a lot of wear out of it for your money. 

The second Slowton carrier in our review, and this time they scoop our best dog sling premium pick. And the reason is you get a lot of quality features for your money. First up, this wide-strapped dog sling carrier is hard bottomed with removable padding for extra support, making it an ideal puppy sling. The shoulder strap is also padded and has a wide adjustment range. Although the capacity is smaller in the pouch, this carrier is for much smaller dogs and pups, so can take up to 9 pounds in canine weight. And your pup will certainly feel safe and secure, thanks to the inner padding, safety hook and drawstring neck. Add in ample pockets and with the Slowton Sling, we think you have a winner. 

And finally, we finish with a compact dog sling for the tiny pet – small handbag sized for teacup pooches and puppies up to six pounds. Made from pet-safe, durable and breathable vinyl fabric, this sling sits high on your body, with a short adjustable shoulder strap. Simply pop your mini dog inside the pouch, attach their collar to the security hook and adjust the drawstring neck for a comfort fit.  The front mesh panels allow for plenty of ventilation and the whole sling lies snugly against the body just as the name, Cuddlissimo, promises.  Available in five colorways and machine washable, this dog sling is reversible too for when your pet wants a fresh look!