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10-28-2012, 07:52 AM
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Backpack Reviews
I'm looking to get Koda a backpack for when we go on hikes, but I don't know the first thing about them. Can anyone recommend a good brand that I can look into? Thanks!
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10-28-2012, 10:19 AM
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i just rehomed an Ollie pack. i'm going to buy
the Approach pack. make sure you find out what's a safe weight for your dog to carry and build up to that weight.
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10-28-2012, 12:03 PM
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Here's a recent thread about backpacks, there are quite a few more if you do a search:
Singletrak or Approach?? |
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10-28-2012, 12:07 PM
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Here's an older one with some further information, and also links to other previous threads: Backpack
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10-29-2012, 01:32 AM
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Thanks guys, I'll do some reading!
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10-29-2012, 05:59 PM
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This website has some good reviews:
Dog Backpacks |
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11-13-2012, 10:20 PM
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The consensus seems to be that you should be able to slip your hand (flat to the dog's body) under the straps. From there you adjust as needed. If the load is balanced as it should be, there shouldn't be too much trouble with it twisting.
Starting from that point (able to slip my hand under the straps), after a mile or so I stop to adjust Z's packstraps. I usually have to loosen the middle and rear straps just a tad. |
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11-14-2012, 01:06 AM
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Thanks for all the information, guys!
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I wasn't sure how tight to do the straps up? Should they be fairly snug to prevent the pack from twisting?
