This pack works great for shorter excursions where you need to bring water, snacks, dishes, and the like for your dog, as well as a few personal items. The materials are sturdy and the pack is well designed.
We like the Palisades pack for actual hikes (8 - 15 miles) due to the extra pockets & pouches, but this one works great short trips out & about. Kairo works as a hearing service dog, and the Approach pack has plenty of room for his necessities as well as they tools & supplies I need for work.