jmccormick Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 I backpack with my dogs. I now have a Kelty dog pack for my Border Collie mix. I am looking for a pack for my 1 year old Border Collie for our impending trip this summer. She is classic BC: lithe, about 43 pounds and thin. I am not happy with the Kelty for a number of reasons. Does anyone have any experience with a pack for a "classic" Border Collie. I'm not looking for her to carry alot of weight. I find that when my other dog has his pack on he has a "job to do" and is more in tune to the hike. Brynn will carry dry food and a light plastic bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullet87 Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 I don't actually use this brand (a little pricey), but I have heard nothing but good reviews from people on Ruff Wear packs. http://www.ruffwear.com/dog_packs If you're looking from something on the cheaper side, I use and happen to love the Outward Hound packs you can get at Petsmart. Plus you can at least try them on before you buy! I thought my Heeler needed a large according to the sizing chart, but he ended up needing a medium after we tried them on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brady's mom Posted March 6, 2012 Report Share Posted March 6, 2012 Some Sports Authorities carry Ruffwear items, mostly in the larger stores or the S.A. Elite stores. R.E.I. is a big Ruffwear carrier, too, if you're looking to try out the Ruffwear packs. I love the company and swear by a lot of their outdoors products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcv-border Posted March 6, 2012 Report Share Posted March 6, 2012 I know that there has been one or two previous topics asking this same question. You may want to search them out to get info too. I also like (and use) the Ruffwear Approach pack. Wonderful fit. Torque took to it right away. Never even gave it a second thought. He is 40 lbs, 21.25 at the shoulder. I purchased based on the sizing information on the website. They are a little more expensive, but if you look online, you might be able to find a better deal. I think I bought mine from backcountry.com and saved about $10 compared to normal retail price. Jovi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy Posted March 6, 2012 Report Share Posted March 6, 2012 And I came here worried about a problem with a pack of dogs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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