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So Fluffy! Puppy & Dachshund Dog Carrier
So Fluffy! Puppy & Dachshund Dog Carrier
So Fluffy! Puppy & Dachshund Dog Carrier
So Fluffy! Puppy & Dachshund Dog Carrier

So Fluffy! Puppy & Dachshund Dog Carrier

Proper Support For Your Dog's Long Back - and Yours
Regular price£139.00
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  • Is This Carrier For You? If any of these sound familiar, it is:
  • 🐾 Your dachshund's back worries you - you've heard about IVDD
  • 😰 Your dog gets anxious - crowds, traffic, noise, other dogs
  • 🚇 You want to take your dog everywhere — trains, cafes, shops, days out, escalators
  • 🐶 Your puppy isn't ready for long walks yet - vaccinations
  • 🐕 Your senior dog still wants to come - they just need a little help
  • Vet-Recommended For Dachshunds
  • Includes a £10 DOGSNUG Gift Card towards your next order
  • Fast & Free UK shipping (on orders £55+)
  • Easy 30 days Returns & 100 days Exchanges
  • Sizing advice available — just ask
Designed specifically for dachshunds and long-bodied dogs — because their spine needs more than a regular carrier. Also ideal for puppies and senior dogs.
  • Sturdy Flat base Protects Dachshund's Back
  • Helps your dog relax & feel safe
  • Ideal for Anxious Dogs - Soft, Quiet Material
  • Adjustable Wide strap To Protect Your Back

Delivery Methods & Prices

United Kingdom

  • Free if you spend £55 or more or:
  • Standard (3-5 Working Days*) £3.95
  • Express (1-3 Working Days*) £4.95
  • Next Day (1 Working day*) £17.95
  • Free Pick Up from Dogsnug London Shop (1-3 Working Days*)

*Order must be received before 1pm, Mon-Thu

Europe

  • Tracked (5-7 working days) £10.50

Please note, you are responsible for any extra fees & duties payable in your country

Rest of the World

  • Tracked (8-10 working days) £15.95

Please note, you are responsible for any extra fees & duties payable in your country

Exchanges:

Need a Different Size? We offer a generous 100 days* exchange time for unworn/unused products. **

Refunds:

We hope you love it, but you have 30 days* to return an item for a refund if it's not suitable. **

Please note:

*Days are counted from the day you receive the item until the day we receive the item back. For Refunds, you have 14 days to notify us that you wish to return the item, and 16 days from then on to get it back to us. These are calendar days.

**Product must not have been worn or damaged, and all tags & packaging must not have been removed. 

**Personalised items or made to order are non-refundable unless faulty.

**The refund will not include the delivery fee. Goods are returned at your own cost. 

**Refunds for orders with free shipping will be deducted £3.95 for the Standard Shipping rate

To Return or Exchange:

Please notify us with your Order Number using the "Ask a Question" tab in this page or email us: customercare@dogsnug.com

Returns & Exchanges address:

Dogsnug & Friends
Returns & Exchanges
54 Stoke Newington Church St
London N16 0NB, UK

Please include a note with your order number and whether you require a refund or exchange. Returns without a note result in considerable delays in processing, and in some instances, we are unable to match the return to an order number.

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The Air Carrier started as a puppy carrier, designed when we brought Neo, our whippet, home and needed something safe and comfortable before he could safely walk whilst waiting for vaccinations.

But it was our dachshund customers who shaped what it became. They kept telling us the same thing: no carrier on the market properly supported their dog's spine. So I went back to the design.

After months of testing: different base materials, widths, rigidity levels; I found the right combination. A base wide and firm enough to keep any dog stable and supported, no matter how long their spine relative to their legs.

We also learned that positioning matters. Worn with the base above your hips, there's less motion, which means a calmer, more balanced dog. And the soft, quiet material worn close to your heart? For anxious dogs, it becomes their den.

With your help, we continue to evolve it, smaller jumps, same curiosity.

The latest addition? A bright fluorescent paracord instead of a dark one, for the safety carabiner.

We hope you and your dog enjoy it.

Alina, Dogsnug Designer & Founder

Most Carriers Aren't Designed For Dachshunds

Most carriers are designed for generic small dogs. Dachshunds are not generic — they have a long spine, a deep chest, and a predisposition to IVDD that affects one in four of them.

A carrier that curves their spine isn't keeping them safe. It's making things worse.

We spent a year fixing that — testing materials, widths and rigidity until we got it right.

It's now vet-recommended. That didn't happen by accident.

comparison between a sling: no back support for the dog: bent spine; and a Dogsnug carrier: spinal support vet approved
Vet JJ Jasick holding her dachshund in a dogsnug 3d mesh carrier on a street

'The really big thing that stands out to me is the fact that there is a base here I cannot bend'

Dr JJ Jasicka BVetMed OV MRCVS Veterinarian with her dachshund Nicksy

Dr JJ spent years searching for the right carrier for her two dachshunds. She tried many. She kept returning them.

This is the one she kept.

Designed around your dog

Base That Doesn't Bend

Proper spinal support for long backs

Long Enough To Lie Flat

Shifts position freely - never locked in one posture

Tall Soft Walls

Burrow in or chin up — they choose

Worn Close To Your Heart

Calming for anxious dogs

Secure Carabiner Clip

Fluorescent: find it instantly when you need it

Breathable All Seasons

Soft on skin, gentle on faces, nails don't catch

Designed For You Too

The wide padded strap distributes weight properly — no digging, no shoulder strain. Wear it cross-body and your hands stay free all day.

Adjusts fully so the whole family can use it — whoever's doing the carrying today.

The pocket is genuinely generous — deep enough for keys, phone, treats, poo bags, wipes and a lead. Everything you actually need, in one place.

And when your puppy grows up? The minimal design means it works as your own bag.

The Fluffy Carrier

For the days when comfort is everything. Autumn walks, winter commutes, lazy Sunday mornings when your dog just wants to be close and warm. The Fluffy carrier wraps them in soft, cloud-like material — inside and out — like being tucked into your favourite blanket.

Anxious dogs melt into it. Puppies settle immediately. Senior dogs who need a little extra warmth and comfort find exactly that. The soft, quiet material creates a den-like feeling — close to your heart, away from the world.

Not as easy to spot-clean as the Air, but just as machine washable. Worth it for the way your dog looks when they're in it.

Material

100% Polyester — soft, warm, and deeply cosy in every colour.

Fire retardant inner lining, polypropylene webbing strap, solid brass fittings. Machine wash 30°C, air dry, no tumble dryer.

    FAQs

    It's a little something for your next DOGSNUG order.

    With your Air Carrier purchase, you'll receive a £10 DOGSNUG Gift towards a future order of £40 or more.

    Your Gift becomes available 20 days after delivery and is valid for 60 days from that date.

    Gift terms: One use per customer. Personal to the original purchaser. Cannot be combined with other offers. Excludes Air Carrier and Fluffy Carrier. No cash alternative. If the qualifying purchase is cancelled or refunded, the Gift is no longer valid.

    Most dogs need a little time — especially adults who've never been carried, or anxious dogs wary of anything new. That's not a flaw in the carrier, that's just dogs. Introduce it gradually at home before your first trip out. Let them sniff it, sit in it with treats, get comfortable at their own pace. Most dogs get there completely.

    Absolutely — walking and exercise are the best things for any dog's back. This carrier isn't a replacement for walks. It's for the moments when walking isn't the right option: a crowded tube platform, a busy shop, a long day out when they've already done their miles, or a journey where they could get stepped on. Even our 12-year-old whippet Kai — walked daily on the fells — needs a little help on the uphills sometimes. That's not laziness. That's knowing your dog.our customers.

    Measure your dog's length from neck to tail and their weight. Check the sizing guide in the images at the top of the page for the correct size. Still not sure? Message us — we'd rather spend five minutes helping you find the right size than have you receive the wrong one.

    Yes — the strap adjusts fully and the cross-body wear means it sits comfortably on different body types. Many of our customers share it between partners. Takes about ten seconds to adjust.

    Sustainability

    We make everything in our Stoke Newington workshop in small batches, no overproduction, no waste.

    Our Air Carrier is made from recycled nylon, recovered from ocean plastic. Solid brass fittings because they last. A design meant to outlive the trend. And if your dog outgrows it, it works as your own bag.

    We pay our makers a fair wage. Always have. Because good products should be made well, all the way through.

    Machinist using a sewing machine to make Dogsnug's step in style harness
    • 5 stars: 46 (77%)
    • 4 stars: 6 (10%)
    • 3 stars: 5 (8%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 3 (5%)
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    Heather Justice
    Dachshund XLong w/Sturdy Base / Black
    Our dachsie loves it!

    Very comfortable and feels a safe way to transport a miniature dachshund - we bought it specifically to take our dog on the London Underground and it worked very successfully. Would definitely recommend!

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    Lottie
    Happy Sausage!

    I purchased this furry dog carrier a long time ago but didn’t use it for a while because I hurt my back and I was scared of the additional weight of my dog hindering me more.
    However, we are now in full use of our carrier and Henry loves it! I can take him shopping and he happily snuggles inside the bag. Being a dachshund, he likes being tall so it gives him the opportunity to have a good look around, yet be close to his mum. I was also surprised that that he feels less of a weight in the bag compared to holding him in my arms, so my back is happy too.

    P.S. My package also contained a little surprise, thank you Dogsnug!

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    Claudia Roberts
    Dachshund Long w/Sturdy Base / Black
    Great invention 💫

    Tony was a bit wary at first and just wanted to chew it, but then realised it was very cosy and he could view the whole world from where he was. He loves it now!! 5 stars

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    Emma and Eric
    Comfy for dog and human

    I have had numerous bags for my reactive daschund. They are usually uncomfortable and dig in to the top of the shoulder however, this one doesn't. I ordered the Olive green, and it is a lovely colour and well made.

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    Karen B
    Expensive but worth it

    Bought for my new puppy had a couple of outings with him in it and he is so comfortable he loves it

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    Karen
    Our Pug loves it

    We bought this for our 6kg pug with the hard base. He’s 11 and isn’t the biggest fan of walking, he loves to be cuddled and kept warm. We bought this for a trip to London, so we could easily get on the train, taxis and walk through shops without him getting caught up in the crowds. He absolutely loved it, he looked so comfy and either snuggled down in to the bag and took a nap or would happy sit up observing everyone. The wide strap makes it really comfortable for wearing it for longer periods of time and the pocket is big enough to keep his essentials to hand.

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    Louise Aslett
    Dogsnug

    Quick efficient service & amazing bag Mabel loves it

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    Lucy Randle
    My dachshund loves it!

    The bag is lovely, so soft and fluffy. I love the rust colour. I went for the dachshund long base size for my miniature dachshund and she fits in nicely with room for a blanket if needed. She is a nervous dog who loves to be cosy, and she was so delighted with this fluffy bag that she didn’t want to get out of it! It arrived very quickly, and although it was expensive it was worth it to treat my little pooch 🩷

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    Gillian Wood
    My Dog loves it

    Great quality, great customer service, comfy to carry with. Still attached after a hard day being carried!!!

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    Ekaterina Semakova
    No caption needed

    It is amazing

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    Rachel Northway

    Lovely quality! Really pleased thank you 😊

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    Helen Howland
    Puppy & Small Dog w/Sturdy Base / Camel
    Beautiful high quality dog carrier

    Really pleased with the ‘so fluffy’ dog carrier for our daxie. She loves it. There were plenty to choose from with speedy delivery. It was more expensive than we really wanted to pay but feel the extra cost was worth it.

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    kay king
    Puppy & Small Dog w/Sturdy Base / Black

    Extremely well made, good size for Cockapoo puppy. Very cosy for them and it looks pretty cool too

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    Amanda Hope-Richardson
    Dachshund Long w/Sturdy Base / Camel
    Great product

    Great customer service when I had a issue

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    Debbie Stibbe
    Puppy & Small Dog w/Sturdy Base / Camel
    Very happy with my purchase

    absolutely love this fleece. Quality is great . Bit long for the puppy at the moment but he looks great in it. Also great service when 1st one didnt fit.

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    susan clark
    Dachshund Long w/Sturdy Base / Olive Green
    Great bag

    Our dog was delighted and went straight into the cost bag. It looks freat and good quality. We viyght this for visiting London and keeping our dachshund save in the underground.

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    Deborah Elsey
    Dachshund Long w/Sturdy Base / Rust

    Absolutely love it. So comfy for my little long haired dachshund and very comfortable for me to carry. Great customer service too!

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    Karen Rose
    Dachshund XLong w/Sturdy Base / Black
    Great for little man

    The bag is prefect, he dont want to get out of it even when he can, the harness.fits pefect and he looks free in it so big thank you

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    S.C.

    So soft and well maded

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    Lynn Clements
    Dachshund Long w/Sturdy Base / Rust
    Dogsnug

    We all love our new dogsnug, (the lovely rust colour) and so does our dachshund Dougal. During long walks, which Dougal thoughouly enjoys, he can become quite chilly, even in his coat & jumper, as his body is low to the ground. But his new Dogsnug enables him to warm up, and enjoy the remainder of his walk from this cosy, mobile position. As his human I find it is very comfortable to wear across body and carry him warm, snug and safe x thank you

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    Londoner
    Dachshund Long w/Sturdy Base / Black
    Love this bag and really worth the cost

    So warm, luxurious and supportive for my little maltipoo. He is also quite long in the body and the supportive base is great for him.

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    diane price
    Dachshund Long w/Sturdy Base / Black
    Great quality

    Looks and feels amazing very good quality and great packaging. I haven’t used it yet as it is for my daughter’s dog but super happy with purchase

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    Claire
    Doggy Heaven

    My dachshund loves his furry dog snug, however I’ve only given it 4 stars because I’m only 5ft 1 and so far I can’t seem to find that perfect length of strap to use without it giving me backache but that’s on me. The dog snug itself is a stunning rust colour, it’s room for my miniature dachshund , his head pops out the top and he’s happy, he’s so warm and cosy, I love the solid , stable base it definitely helps him to feel secure.

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    Laura Bacchio
    Have not received link for postage

    Still waiting!


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