If you’ve read our main review of the top hiking dog backpacks, There is a lot to consider when it comes to a backpack for your dog, from their weight and size to the various features that each pack offers. Use our product comparison table below to compare each of the products we’ve recommended against each other to help you make a better-informed purchasing decision.
Editor’s note: This article is part of our guide to dog backpacks for hiking, be sure to check out the rest of this guide for our top buying tips:
- Top Hiking Dog Backpacks for Adventurous Dogs
- How We Tested Dog Hiking Backpacks
- How to Choose the Right Dog Hiking Backpack
Related content: 20 Best Hiking Dogs to Keep You Company on the Trail
Dog Pack | Ruffwear Approach | Mountainsmith K-9 | Ruffwear Palisades | Outward Hound DayPak | One Tigris Hoppy Camper | Kurgo Baxter | Life Union Saddlebag | Ruffwear Front Range Dog Pack |
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Sizes | XS-XL | S-L | S-XL | S/M-L | M-L | M-L | S-L | XS/S/M/L-XL |
Weight | 11.6 oz (0.33 kg) - 21 oz (0.59 kg) | 16 oz (0.45 kg) - 22.4 oz (0.63 kg) | 28 oz (0.8 kg) - 34.5 oz (0.98 kg) | 7.4 oz (0.3 kg) - 12.6 oz (0.4 kg) | 16.2 oz (0.46 kg) - 19.7 oz (0.56 kg) | 13.4 oz (0.38 kg) - 16.8 oz (0.48 kg) | 9.9 oz (0.28 kg) - 13.4 oz (0.38 kg) | XS: 11.2 oz (0.31kg), S: 15.2 oz (0.43kg), M: 1lb 0.8 oz (0.47kg), L/XL: 1LB 5.6 oz (0.61kg) |
Capacity | 305 cubic inches (5 l) - 1,281 cubic inches (21 l) | 366 cubic inches (6 l) - 1098 cubic inches (18 l) | 854 cubic inches (12.5 l) - 1,465 cubic inches (24 l) | 93 cubic inches (1.5 l) - 394 cubic inches (6.5 l) | 115 cubic inches (1.9 l) - 169 cubic inches (2.8 l) | 229 cubic inches (3.75 l) - 458 cubic inches (7.5 l) | 1.5 lb - 3.5 lb | XS: 4.5 liters, S: 8 liters, M: 10.5 liters, L/XL: 18.5 liters |
Number of pockets | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Number of straps | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Leash attachment point | Y (2) | Y (1) | Y (2) | Y (1) | Y (2) | Y (2) | Y (1) | Y (3) |
Handle | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Conclusion
A dog backpack can make a great addition to your kit and your time on trail with your furry companion. There are so many options out there now that combine different features to give your dog a pack that will fit all their necessary equipment for both longer and shorter hikes. Of course, our reviews are not a definitive list but we hope that our guide and comparison table allow you to make an informed decision for both yours and your dog’s needs. Be sure to check out our guide to the 20 Best Hiking dogs too.
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