🐾💕 Hangin' on the passenger side — and the passenger side is wherever you go. 💕🐾
Meet the Best Friends Ride™ Crossbody Pet Carrier — a sleek, handcrafted luxury bag designed for the tiny co-pilots who go everywhere with you. Slung right across your body, your bestie rides at your hip — your passenger side, your other half, your plus-one — through farmers markets, café visits, weekend getaways, brunch with friends, errands, and adventures big and small.
Wherever you go, your pup goes too. The passenger side just got a major upgrade.
Each carrier is made to order in our New York studio, custom-cut in your choice of fabric from our 14-print collection.
🎀 Why you'll love the Best Friends Ride™ Carrier:
👜 Luxury crossbody design — looks like a designer handbag, functions as a pet carrier
🙌 Hands-free — keeps your pup close while leaving your hands free for coffee, shopping, or your phone
☁️ Plush soft interior — lined with cozy fleece and microfleece for the comfiest ride
📱 Outside cell phone pocket for easy access to your phone, keys, or essentials
🍪 Hidden inside pocket — perfect for valuables OR your pet's secret stash of treats
🧵 Reinforced lining for durability and shape
💪 Wide shoulder strap for all-day comfort, no matter how long the adventure
🎨 Choose from 14 handcrafted fabric prints — see the fabric grid photos in this listing
🐕 Holds pets up to 10 lbs — perfect for Yorkies, Chihuahuas, Maltese, Pomeranians, Miniature Poodles, small Doxies, and similar tiny breeds — boys, girls, and everyone in between
💪 Handmade in the USA by a small business since 2012
💡 Perfect for: farmers markets, errand running, dog-friendly café visits, travel days, airport carry-on (check with your airline), outdoor festivals, beach walks, hiking light trails, shopping mall visits, brunch with your bestie, weekend getaways, gotcha day gifts, gifts for new puppy parents, and any day your pup deserves to come along for the ride.
💕 Looking for a matching outfit for your pup? Browse our full collection of handmade pet dresses, harnesses, and belly bands — your little co-pilot deserves the full Group One Dog Gallery experience.
🎨 HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR FABRIC
Browse all 14 available fabric prints in our grid photos. Each fabric is labeled with a number for easy reference.
In the personalization box at checkout, please enter:
Your fabric choice by number (example: "Fabric 7")
A second-choice fabric in case your first pick has just sold out
Have questions about a specific fabric? Message us before ordering — happy to help.
📐 SPECIFICATIONS & FIT
Bag height: 16 inches tall
Capacity: Pets up to 10 lbs
Strap: Wide adjustable crossbody design for comfort
Construction: Cotton outer, reinforced lining, plush fleece and microfleece interior
Pockets: 1 exterior cell phone pocket + 1 interior valuables/treats pocket
Made for: Toy and tiny breeds — Yorkies, Chihuahuas, Maltese, Pomeranians, Miniature Poodles, small Doxies, and similar pets weighing under 10 lbs
⚠️ Please confirm your pet's weight before ordering — this carrier is designed for pets up to 10 lbs. If you're unsure, message me before ordering with your pet's weight and breed and I'll let you know if the carrier will work for your pup.
⚠️ No returns or exchanges on custom-made-to-order carriers. Please order carefully.
🐕 HOW TO USE
Adjust the crossbody strap to your preferred length
Gently place your pet inside the carrier
Wear the carrier across your body for hands-free transport
Always supervise your pet while in the carrier
Use treats from the inside pocket to make new adventures feel rewarding!
💡 Safety tip: This carrier does not include an internal safety harness clip, so we recommend introducing your pet to the carrier gradually and never leaving them unattended in the bag. Always supervise your pet and consider attaching a leash to their existing harness for added security during transport.
🧺 CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Spot clean for everyday freshness
Hand wash cold when needed
Lay flat to dry
Do NOT bleach
Avoid harsh detergents
⚠️ Handmade Variation Notice: Fabric placement, print orientation, and pocket positioning may vary slightly depending on cut and material availability. Each carrier is individually handcrafted, ensuring every piece is one of a kind.
⏱️ PROCESSING TIME
Standard: 1–2 weeks before shipping
Need it sooner for a trip or special occasion? Message me about rush availability before purchasing.
📦 Shipping via UPS (US only) — Monday / Wednesday / Friday.
❤️ Handmade with love at Group One Dog Gallery — supporting U.S. handmade since 2012.
