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Choosing The Right Dog Pack
If your dog is ready to carry their own gear and you’re wondering which pack to choose, we can help. We’ve broken down each of our packs by features and types of adventures for which they’re designed.
Learn MoreChoosing The Right Dog PackIf your dog is ready to carry their own gear and you’re wondering which pack to choose, we can help. We’ve broken down each of our packs by features and types of adventures for which they’re designed.
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- Front Leash Attachment
- Day Packs
- Aurora Teal
- Blue Moon
- Red Clay
Front Range™ Day Pack
day pack
$79.95 -
- Blue Dusk
- Campfire Orange
Approach™ Dog Backpack
day hiking & overnight pack
$109.95 -
- Removable Saddlebags
- Compression System
- Red Sumac
Palisades™ Dog Backpack
multi-day backpacking pack
$159.95 -
- Padded
- Pockets
- Front Leash Attachment
- Handle
- Granite Gray
- Blue Moon
- Red Sumac
Switchbak™ Dog Harness
harness with pockets
$69.95 -
- Day Packs
- Blue Dusk
- Red Currant
Singletrak™ Dog Hydration Pack
low-profile day pack
$89.95 -
- Cooling
- Graphite Gray
Swamp Cooler Core™ Harness & Pack Add-On
cooling harness & pack add-on
$29.95 -
- Twilight Gray
Brush Guard™
chest protection, lifting support
$29.95 -
- Removable Saddlebags
- Compression System
- Red Currant
Discontinued DesignPalisades™ Pack
multi-day backcountry
$149.95$74.95 -
- Orange Poppy
Discontinued DesignApproach™ Dog Backpack
full-day hiking
$79.95$39.95 -
1L Collapsible Water Bottle
$9.95 -
0.6L Collapsible Water Bottle
$9.95
With a Ruffwear dog packs and dog backpacks, your dog can join you on even more outdoor adventures! Some dogs just love to have a job on the trail, and you might appreciate not having to shoulder the whole load. Our backpacks for dogs come in several different sizes with lots of adjustability for an optimal fit.
Our different hiking packs for dogs carry different amounts of gear and supporting varying lengths of adventures – from day hikes to multi-day treks, and for simply carrying hydration or all the essentials for an backcountry living. Each of our styles has been trail tested and designed from a dog's perspective, distributing the weight evenly over their shoulders where it's most comfortable. Some things you'll find in our dogs' packs for a day hike: a bowl, treats, water, pick-up bags, dog boots. Ready to hit the trail?
Frequently Asked Questions
It's best to keep the total carrying weight (including the pack and its contents) under 25% of your dog's body weight. First-time barkpackers may want to go even lighter. And, as always, it's a great idea to check in with your vet.
Example: A 45-pound (20-kg) dog's pack should weigh no more than 11.25 pounds (5 kg) including food, water, gear, and the pack itself.
Featured Guide
Whether you're looking to introduce your dog to backpacking or curious about discovering a new love for it together, we have the tips, gear, and inspiration you need to hit the trail.

Whether you're looking to introduce your dog to backpacking or curious about discovering a new love for it together, we have the tips, gear, and inspiration you need to hit the trail.