Abstract: A protective pet carrier (A) is illustrated for protecting and transporting a pet (20) during vehicular transportation. Protective pet carrier (A) includes a web (12) and a restraining pouch (B) which encompasses a substantial portion of a body of the pet so that the pet is effectively rendered immobile in the pouch and no firm foundation exists as would be required for the pet to spring from the pouch for escape. The carrier is attached to an associated structure via a hood (C) which may fit over a head rest (44) of an automobile seat. Alternately, plural straps (32, 34) may be utilized for attaching pet carrier either to a person's body or automobile seats. In another embodiment, a frame (D) is provided for securing the pet carrier.