Mauricio Issa's Pet Carrier: Redefining Pet Travel

Award-Winning Design Enhances Comfort for Pets and Owners Alike

Most pet carriers are designed with the sole purpose of transporting pets from one location to another, often overlooking the comfort and experience of the pet during the journey. Mauricio Issa's Pet Carrier breaks away from this norm, integrating thoughtful design elements that enhance the travel experience for both the pet and the owner.

The Pet Carrier's unique properties lie in its design and structure. The rectangular silhouette optimizes interior space, ensuring ample room for the pet. Mesh windows on all four sides maximize volumetric airflow, maintaining a comfortable environment for the pet. The top flap opening, engineered with a back hinge, can be tucked into the bag's interior without compromising space. Additionally, the carrier features a 1-inch thick memory foam mattress, providing a comfortable sleep surface for long-haul flights.

The Pet Carrier is crafted using 840 denier performance nylon exterior and polymer mesh. The hardware includes zinc-alloy YKK zippers and zipper pulls. The carrier also features a plant wood fiber baseboard and a microfiber nylon slipcover. The carrier's dimensions are 17.5 x11 x11 inches, with a weight of 4.6 lbs, and it can accommodate pets weighing up to 22 lbs. The memory foam mattress is removable and washable, and the carrier includes dual exits, top and side, and leak-proof materials.

The design process of The Pet Carrier spanned over six months and was carried out in NYC in 2018. The main challenge faced during the design process was ensuring maximum comfort for the pet while adhering to the size limitations set by airlines. However, the team successfully overcame this challenge, resulting in a design that is approved for use on major airlines such as United, AA, Delta, and Southwest.

The Pet Carrier by Mauricio Issa has been recognized for its innovation and excellence in design. It was awarded Silver in A' Pet Care, Toys, Supplies and Products for Animals Design Award in 2019. This accolade is bestowed upon top-tier, creative designs that demonstrate outstanding expertise and innovation, and introduce positive feelings, amazement, and wonder.

In conclusion, The Pet Carrier by Mauricio Issa is a testament to innovative design that prioritizes the comfort and experience of pets and their owners during travel. Its thoughtful design and unique features set it apart from traditional pet carriers, making it a game-changer in the pet care industry.