"The Navigator" Convertible Cat Backpack for Adventurous Cats and Humans

Black cat peeking out of the Navigator on a hillside hike

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The Navigator

Convertible Cat Backpack

358 reviews

$159.95

Give your cat a safe space wherever they go. Sturdy, breathable and airline-friendly, from mountain trails to vet visits.

25 lb | 11.5 kg capacity Up to 25 lbs of cat
Breathable mesh on 3 sides Mesh on 3 sides
Airline-friendly: flies on most airlines Flies on most airlines
Hydration bladder pocket Hydration pocket
Adjustable chest and waist straps Fully adjustable straps
Folds flat for storage Folds flat

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DETAILS & FEATURES

Holds 25 lb | 11.5 kg of cat with two leash clips
Breathable, sturdy mesh windows on three sides
Water reservoir pocket (bladder not included)
Zippered pocket with 3 inside pockets and a key hook
Two stretchy side pockets for bottles and supplies
YKK zippers with zipper clips on every zipper
Removable mat that folds both ways

SIZE & FIT

18 in H × 15.4 in W × 10 in D (46 × 39 × 24.5 cm). Bag weighs about 4.5 lbs (2 kg). Fits cats up to 25 lbs (11.5 kg).

SHIPPING & RETURNS

Exchange or return for store credit within 20 days (plus a $5 bonus). International returns have their own portal.

INSTRUCTIONS & GUIDE

View & download the user guide →

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REAL CATS. REAL ADVENTURES.

Made for every kind of adventure

TRAIL WALKS

HIT THE STREETS

PET STORE RUNS

WATER FUN

MOUNTAIN VIEWS

SHARING DRINKS

Loved by cats.
Built for their humans.

The three things our five-star reviews mention most.

Big fluffy cat riding in the Navigator on a mountain hike

BIG CATS

Room for big cats.

Space to sit, stand, lie down or stretch out. Even Maine Coons fit.

“A great size where he can sit, stand, and even poke his head out.”

Elsbeth K. · 20 lb cat

STURDY FRAME

A frame that never sags.

It holds its shape, so your cat can sit up, look out, or ride on top.

“To find a backpack that does not sag at that weight: golden.”

Porsche V. · 19 lb cat

Woman walking a trail wearing the Navigator

COMFY FOR YOU

Comfy for you, too.

Padded straps, an adjustable chest strap and an extra-long hip belt for long hikes.

“It’s the most comfortable backpack I’ve worn, even with a 13lb cat inside.”

Scott K. · 13 lb cat

Features that Make a Difference

The details reviewers call out again and again.

The full Navigator Earth holding its shape with a cat sitting up inside

STURDY FRAME

Holds its shape

A built-in frame keeps it from sagging, so your cat can sit up, look out, or ride on top.

Close-up of the zipper clips clipped shut on the Navigator Earth

ESCAPE-PROOF

Zipper clips on every opening

Every zipper clips shut, so curious paws can’t nudge their way out.

Top view of the Navigator Earth with the mesh top rolled open

360° VIEWS

Mesh on every side

They can see out in every direction, and the top and front roll open for fresh air.

POCKETS

So. Many. Pockets.

Stretchy side pockets for bottles, a front pocket for treats and leashes, plus a hydration bladder sleeve.

DIMENSIONS

18″ H × 15.4″ W × 10″ D

46 × 39 × 24.5 cm

FITS CATS UP TO

25 lbs

11.5 kg · one big cat or two small kittens

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How big of a cat fits?

Cats up to 25 lbs (11.5 kg). There’s room for one big cat or two small kittens, with two interior leash clips. Have two adult cats? Most of our catstomers™ give each cat their own Navigator.

Can I fly with it?

Yes! The Navigator is airline-friendly and flies on most airlines. Clip on the shoulder strap to carry it like a classic carrier. It measures 18 × 15.4 × 10 in, so double-check your airline’s pet policy and under-seat limits before you fly.

Does it come with a water bladder?

No. There’s a dedicated pocket for one, but the bladder is sold separately.

How do I get my cat used to it?

Leave it open at home first. Lots of cats start napping in it on their own. Toss in some treats, start with short walks, and try wearing it on your chest at first so they can see you.

What’s your return policy?

Exchange or return items for store credit within 20 days of receipt here: travelcatshop.happyreturns.com

United States: Exchange or return harnesses and small items for store credit to a convenient return bar. $4 processing fee applies.

No printer? No problem. Drop off your return or exchange at one of thousands of Return Bar locations nationwide. No box or labels needed. Quick and easy. Get your store credit initiated immediately when you return at a Happy Returns Return Bar location. Happy Returns’ eco-friendly process uses reusable packaging and aggregated shipping to help reduce impact on the environment.

To return by mail with a free shipping label, a $10 fee applies. Backpacks and beds can be exchanged or returned for store credit by mail with a free return label. $10 processing fee applies.

Looking to start an international return?
For Outside the United States visit our International Returns Portal

Where can I get the user guide?

View & download the user guide here! →