If you have a small dog, being able to carry her around can be extremely convenient, especially if she gets injured or exhausted on long walks…
Oh, who are we kidding? You want to carry your dog because she’s adorable and you like having her close to you.
If that’s the case, learn how to make a dog carrier with one of these DIY slings and make it easy to keep your precious pup next to you at all times — without costing you an arm and a leg.
1. DIY Carrier Sling by Dogsaholic
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Skills Needed: None
- Tools Necessary: Reusable grocery bag, scissors
Dogsaholic is filled with handy dog and puppy sling ideas, and this is the first — and simplest — one on this list.
While the idea of carrying your dog around in a shopping bag might seem off-putting at first, your pup won’t care — and you certainly won’t mind all the time you saved not having to make it, either.
2. DIY Dog Carrier Sling by Cuteness
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Skills Needed: Basic sewing skills
- Tools Necessary: Fabric, rings, tape measure, sewing machine
This sling from Cuteness can hold pups weighing up to 30 pounds, and it leaves your hands completely free while you walk.
That’s important because the pettings don’t stop just because your dog is airborne.
3. DIY Dog Carrier Sling by Pets on Mom
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Skills Needed: Basic sewing skills
- Tools Necessary: Measuring tape, fabric, sling rings, sewing machine
Pets on Mom offers up this dog and puppy sling, which keeps your pooch wrapped tightly to your chest.
This makes for a comfy ride for the both of you, making it a great accessory for long walks through nature or the nearest mall.
4. Second Carrier Sling Idea by Dogsaholic
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Skills Needed: Basic sewing skills
- Tools Necessary: Fabric, sewing machine, needle and thread, ruler, pencil
The second idea from Dogsaholic is a little more fashionable. It involves turning flannel or other fabric into a purse-like carrier you wear around your neck.
This makes for a durable and stable carrier, while also distributing the weight evenly across your upper back.
5. DIY Carrier Sling by The Nest
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Skills Needed: Basic sewing skills
- Tools Necessary: Fabric, scissors, sewing machine, thread
This puppy sling from The Nest offers plenty of support and cushioning, making it a great way to transport injured pets.
You don’t have to wait for disaster to strike to use it, though, as it’s more than capable of standing up to everyday use.
6. DIY Dog Sling Idea by Chloe & Rose
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Skills Needed: None
- Tools Necessary: Moby wrap or long fabric
While this option from Chloe & Rose repurposes a Moby wrap that’s commonly used for cradling infants, you can make your own with any long piece of fabric.
Then again, we can’t imagine how much fun it must be to have people come up to get a look at your baby, only to find that she has four legs and a tail.
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7. Dog Carrier Sling Idea by Pattern Pile
- Skill Level: Advanced
- Skills Needed: Intermediate sewing skills
- Tools Necessary: Sewing machine, fabric, needle, thread, measuring tape
Pattern Pile offers a PDF that shows you exactly how to sew this dog and puppy sling to their exact specifications.
It’s a lot of work, and you’d better be confident in your sewing machine skills, but the end result is one of the most stylish slings you’ll find on this list — or anywhere, for that matter.
Carry Your Dog Everywhere
We hope you enjoyed learning how to make dog carriers. The dog and puppy sling ideas on this list make it easy to carry your dog with you everywhere. While that’s handy for everyday use, it could potentially prove to be a real lifesaver in the case of an emergency.
Or you could just use it to carry her lazy butt around the house. It’s up to you.
