Name: Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier
Brand: Ruff Wear Inc.
Price: 99.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (7 reviews)

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Use this fit guide to find the right size for your dog. Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage. In between sizes? Choose the larger size.

Girth	Size
13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm)	XXS
17 - 22 in (43 - 56 cm)	XS
22 - 27 in (56 - 69 cm)	S

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Sizing Chart

Use this fit guide to find the right size for your dog. Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage. In between sizes? Choose the larger size.

Girth	Size
13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm)	XXS
17 - 22 in (43 - 56 cm)	XS
22 - 27 in (56 - 69 cm)	S

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Trail Tested Promise

Share even more adventures with your canine sidekick with the Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier – a lightweight, technical dog carrier designed so dogs can hitch a ride when needed. The dual locking zippers create a wide opening for easy loading and unloading between trail time and backpack time. Once in the pack, the integrated harness keeps dogs secure and allows them to get comfortable and face forward to see the trail ahead. Cinch straps add extra security and keep dog close to your back when loaded. Air mesh side panels at the base boost air flow for temperature management.

Use the external grab handle to lift and shoulder the pack. Once on, the pack distributes weight evenly for the human carrying the load, with padded shoulder straps, breathable back panel, adjustable torso length, and a supportive hipbelt for all-day comfort. Pockets on the hip belt give quick access to essentials like pick-up bags, treats, and most phones. Stash a soft flask, packable bowl, or extra layer in the external zippered stretch pocket at the base of the pack.

Available in three sizes based off your dog’s girth measurement, and comfortably accommodates dogs up to 40 lbs. Hip belt fits waists 21-58" (53-149 cm).

DUAL-ZIPPERS

Dual locking zippers open pack wide for easy loading and unloading of dog

AIR MESH SIDE PANELS

Air mesh side panels at the base for air flow and temperature management

INTEGRATED ADJUSTABLE HARNESS

Integrated adjustable harness and cinch straps keep dog comfortable and secure in pack

Adjustable and padded shoulder straps, torso length, and hip belt for comfortable wear and carry
Zippered hip belt pockets for quick access to essentials; fits most phones
Zippered external stretch pocket on back; fits soft flasks up to 500ml
Reflective trim for visibility in low-light conditions and light loop for attaching The Beacon™️
Sizing based off girth measurement; comfortably accommodates dogs up to 40 lbs

Materials
- Shell (bluesign® approved): 150D polyester (40% recycled) ripstop with nonfluorinated DWR and PU coating
- Waist/bottom pockets: 150D 91% polyester 9% spandex stretch fabric with nonfluorinated DWR
- Back mesh (bluesign® approved): 160D nylon mono mesh
- Shoulder straps: polyester spacer air mesh (100% recycled and bluesign® approved) + layered EVA/CLPE foam padding + shell fabric
- Webbing: polypropylene
- Buckles (bluesign® approved): ITW Nexus Mach 1 side-release buckles
- Made in Vietnam
Care
- Hand wash
- Mild detergent
- Air dry

About the Hitch Hiker™ Backpack

Learn more about the Hitch Hiker™ from Kristen and Emma.

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13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars

Based on 7 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 6 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0

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Kari S.
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Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
7 hours ago
Best Dog Backpack carrier
This dog backpack carrier has a great design and is very comfortable, for me and my dog. High Quality and Safety. I really like that there is a harness attached to the backpack; this makes the backpack safe to use. I love the green color. I have three dog backpack carriers; this is by far the best dog backpack carrier on the market. I was very surprised by how comfortable it is, now it feels much lighter to carry my dog. Great design!
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Allie F.
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Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier XSmall / River Rock Green (355)
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
Great for puppy socialization
I got this backpack specifically for socializing my puppy while he’s still too young for feet on the floor in public spaces and it has been perfect!
Getting a squirmy puppy into the bag isn’t the easiest thing in the world, but surprisingly not the hardest either. And once he’s all hooked up his tends to settle down and start to fall asleep! He’s going to be a big dog, so we are going to use it as much as we can while he still fits!
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Sharon N.
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Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier XSmall / Red Clay (609)
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2 days ago
The best!!
This backpack was recommended to me by my trainer. I have had other dog backpacks, which did not work out. They were difficult to get the dog in. I was able to get my dog into the backpack without no problems and she really loves it.
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Alexander A.
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Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier XSmall / Basalt Gray (042)
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3 days ago
What We've Been Waiting For!
We've been looking for a quality dog backpack for our 20 pound Cavapoo for a while and have not been able to find a durable one until now! It's pretty easy to use and the pup seems to enjoy it. It's also highly adjustable and has plenty of pockets.
Just make sure you loosen the straps before putting it on and tighten afterwards! Our pup was a bit wiggly at first, but he got used to it after 5 minutes.
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AC
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Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier XSmall / River Rock Green (355)
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
Durable, easy to use, and high quality: all about the details!
We have been searching for a well-made and reliable dog backpack for more than a year and were thrilled when we saw Ruffwear launch this new product. We have tried many different backpacks, including the popular K9 Sports Sack, but nothing beats the Ruffwear Backpack! Like all other Ruffwear products, it’s obvious that this backpack prioritized durability, safety, and comfort for the dog. It’s incredibly easy to put the backpack on both of my dogs (one is reactive and the other is a puppy). I prefer to wear the backpack with my dog on the front and the design of this backpack worked for such preference. Both of my dogs seem relatively comfortable in the backpack. I especially love that the backpack has an adjustable harness integrated which enhanced the safety of my dog when inside the backpack. It also made it easy that the sizing of the backpack was the same as my dog’s usual Ruffwear harness size.
The backpack material is also well-made and uses quality materials (YKK zippers; smooth buckles and zippers; etc)! It’s incredibly comfortable and easy to carry my dogs, who are about 20lbs, in this backpack. The pocket space on the sides of the bag are super helpful in holding poop bags, treats, and anything else that I want to quickly and conveniently get to.
Overall, an excellent backpack and highly recommend all dog owners looking for a backpack to get this! This backpack is so practical and reliable in that I immediately ordered a second backpack so that I would have one…
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