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who is using what???
any brands to avoid???
what lasts the test of time and hard wearing???
what sort of weight will dog COMFORTABLY carry????
any suggestions on best place to buy or does someone have one sitting in cupboard gathering dust.
any help appreciated thanks.
https://www.realdog.co.nz/shop/dog-backpacks
I got one from these guys based on comments and recommendations from forum members.
Well made and they make them to fit your dog.
Real happy with our one for our AM Bulldog/Mastiff cross.
I use and have used Julius K9 gear with great effect, the IDC harnesses and saddle bags are great.Quote:
Originally Posted by Micky Duck
It's not the cheapest of gear, but it's solid and hard wearing. I've used their older harnesses and the newer IDC power harnesses. I ran bags on my springer spaniels at home, removed them for flushing.
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I'm running a JK9 idc on my springer pup, with a front Y control attachment for controlling him in crowds or near traffic which I'm slowly introducing him to at 11 months.
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Ruffwear from further faster in chch. Great gear. Something like 1/4 of their weight.
I use this one tooQuote:
Originally Posted by ROKTOY
I have been looking in to this recently and Hannah at Twin needle has sent me a photo of theirs. The plan is to have the basic harness with molle straps so that you can add or remove pouches. I have problems posting the shot but "They will retail at around the $250 mark, and we will make them in Black and High vis Orange, but could custom make in any colour way if you don’t mind waiting for it to be sewn"
I have a lot of their gear and rate it. I can't remember the exact model, but it has a cool carry handle to throw your dog around.Quote:
Originally Posted by stug
@craigc loves it and will likely buy his dog one soon.... mark my words ;)
that ruffwear looks great...will do some more looking thanks....plodding out with deer in pack on easy going and Meg was romping along having a ball...thought to self,yip she needs a pack to carry some too LOL,
https://www.furtherfaster.co.nz/coll...ades-pack-2017Quote:
Originally Posted by Pop Shot
That is what I am using.
quite like the look of the "approach" next to it in catalogue...looks a lot more simple,less pockets and nearly half the price.... will see....
Be aware that if running your dog up through tussock and matagouri, conventional material will wear through in a season. I ended up sewing large leather patches over the threadbare front 'impact' sections, and he got another 3 seasons out of it.
Yip I’ve got this as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by ROKTOY
Well made and tough.
yes looking at the realdog......the length of it and cordura nylon really appeals..... Meg is a big Bitch....pretty sure it would be better fit.
Twin Needle do one also been looking at one for Bo so he can carry his own food on a mission sizing just seems a bit vague though so haven't pulled the trigger on one yet
We use the ruffwear approach, Rue always tries to slink away when she sees it come out but as long as load is balanced seems to forget about it after a few minutes. Has carried her food and jacket + some water and then back steaks on way out for 3 day walks no issues. We tried to bigger model and while really liked the removable saddle bags seemed a bit big given for a 25kg pooch we were limited to around 7kg. Seems to be holding up after 2 years, biggest liability is she forgets her wider clearance and just about knocks people off the track pushing by sometimes. Pic from walk this weekend.Attachment 186220
Unless it is in hermetically sealed bags that sounds like a recipe for disaster :ORLY::XD:Quote:
Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst
I use a realdogcompany one. I like it because its tough, but it does have downsides. If the pack is light, strong winds can get underneath it and tip the dog over. As others have said, the dog can forget the wider clearance required.
My 34kg lab gsp can carry up to 11-12 kg pretty comfortably but I have had 14 kg in it once. I had to get him used to the pack first though.
I was always told don’t load the dog up with more than 30 percent of it’s body weight, and don’t put a pack on it at all until it’s at least 18 months old.
I have been using a realdog pack for the last few years on my GWP & DD.
Pretty basic design but well made.
Never loaded them down too heavy 1/3 of body weight max.
Don’t put anything fragile or you don’t mind getting wet… my dogs jump in every bit of water they find!
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I have a Twin needle dog pack. The dog carries it's food, and sometimes water too. I read 1/4 of their weight as a max, but it's usually less than that.
I've got a ruffwear approach as well. Definitely recommend that fits well and adjusts well. Dog seems happy as wearing it. Fitted a sika front leg in each side and the dog was still happy and carried it to the truck as if there was nothing on his back. Jumping creeks and all sorts. Plus the hi viz orange puts my mind at ease that he can't be mistaken for a black pig and shot
Just had an e-mail from Twin needle and the backpack is now reduced to $175 but you have to buy the pouches to attach to it as well. It is not on their website yet so it may be worth contacting them.
we settled on a realdog pack,Meg is fine with it....I got Mrs to order it,hmmmmm bright pink sure stands out !!!!
Plus one for real dog. Tough and durable.Quote:
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Any chance of a picture?Quote:
Originally Posted by Ross Nolan
Use a drizabone oilskin on my viz, hard wearing , warm, not much room in the pockets but she’s a small bitch. Really happy with this coat.
Does the realdog pack flop around? Just from the website it looks like a secure harness but with saddle bags that flop around?
They do move a bit. Because the side bags are big if they are not filled then there is a bit of movement of things inside causing the bags to 'flop' around. I tend to use the pack for bulky but light items, but beware of your dog as a real tight heal light my gsp/lab then being banged on the inside of your knee is a possibility as she walks alongside.
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they do that on purpose.....I found they definately sit better if full.... my bitches completely change personality when pack is on...go from zoomies into plod mode..and plod mode is good.
Awesome - Cheers for the info :)
Have both the twin needle and ruffwear packs. Ruffwear seems to sit a bit better on my dogs and doesnt flop around so much, but the twin needle is handy being able to use different size puches depending on what they carry
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Really happy with the Real Dog Back Pack. https://www.realdog.co.nz/shop/dog-backpacks Two well constructed pockets with heavy duty zips. I use it on tops trips, or to the close local spot, and never beyond 10% of the dog's body weight. They say up to 30%, but seriously, the main advantage of these packs is you can put the bulky puffer jackets and zip locked dog food bags in. I was concerned when I was at 12% the other day, until the pup blasted off no cares in the world after pheasants on an Oamaru walk in. You need to make sure you balance the load evenly, so I weigh items and take care packing. The other thing I've done since this photo is bought two fluffy wool seatbelt straps (with velcro) from Super Cheap Auto, and covered the nylon straps, stops chaffing on those long climbs.
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