Dog Backpacks and Packs

1. THE SHORT ANSWER For working breeds like my Belgian Malinois, Dax, or a large Labrador like Scout, the single most critical factor is ventilation and load distribution. In Denver, we don’t just deal with 90-degree summer heat; we deal with intense UV exposure and dry air that dries out a dog’s nose and skin…

THE SHORT ANSWER After twelve years of hauling gear up the Front Range and through the high country of the Rockies, my immediate answer for the best dog pack that doubles as a harness is the Ruffwear Palisades Pack. It is the only system on this list that successfully merges a secure harness attachment with…