None of ours are bother by the cat carrier. They will explore it as soon as it appears. Now, getting one out of the carrier at the vet's office is another story ... I once had to take the carrier apart to get the cat out.
“It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are.” ― Unknown Author