This feature ensures that pet carrier materials and mesh panels withstand the unique mechanical stress of cat and dog claws, providing a benchmark for high-performance functionality.
The Science of Claw-Tear Resilience
In the pet industry, scratch resistance for carriers is the measure of a material's puncture-toughness and snag-resistance. Unlike a simple abrasive rub, a pet’s claw combines a concentrated vertical load with a sharp, curved "pulling" motion. High-performance carriers—utilizing rubber-coated meshes, high-denier ballistic nylon, or reinforced polymer shells—are engineered to prevent the claw from penetrating the material. For mesh panels, this means the fibers are bonded or coated so they cannot be pushed apart or frayed, ensuring the carrier remains a secure, ventilated environment that looks new even after high-stress travel.
Validation through the High Performance Mark
By meeting specialized technical benchmarks, your pet carriers become eligible for the Intertek High Performance (HP) Mark’s Scratch-Resistant. For this mark, we apply our unique in-house test method ITS M 0126, which simultaneously applies a bite and pull force to simulate actual use. Specially designed test fixtures simulating the claw of the pet are used to perform scratch abuse tests for a defined number of cycles.
This mark serves as a ‘proof of performance’ by validating that your product meets the HP Mark standards. You can display the mark on product packaging, retail hangtags, and digital storefronts to confidently signal to pet owners that your travel gear is verified for the specific behavior of their pets.