I've never had any problems with my 10-pounder in a carrier. I don't have the dimensions in front of me, but I'm pretty sure it's a little oversized. No one has ever questioned it. It fits under the seat if I turn it backward so the skinny side fits in first. The back hangs out a little, but no one has ever questioned it or bothered to measure.
The dogs don't need to have one as tall as they are or even as long. They curl up inside.
Here's a picture of the one I have.
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/att...rs-carrier.jpg
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