Need pack for a 4 year old lab, very active, would this work or what can you recommend?
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I did not like the size of the back pack they were too small for my dog. And I had to remove the harness for traveling the packs were not removable. my dog is still growing so i have not purchased another one yet. But wheni do it will be measured to fit him and have removable back packs
1462728
I think it would work well. I've got a 3 year old smooth collie and it fits nicely and isn't too bulky at all.
1462729
Hi! I bought this pack for a 5-6 yr old boxer. I pack it with two ziplog bags of uncooked beans and she ends up quited tired. The size is adjustable, so it's great to adapt it to any dog. There are two things to take into account: -Dont let your dog "rub" itself against walls or sth.. my dog loves it and the pack is resistant, but not THAT resistant so holes are starting to appear. Don't let your dog chew it either hehe -Try to take your dog at the same time every day. I have to adjust the bag before and after my dog eats. Apart from that I highly recommend it specially if you have pulling-the-leash problems or a trained dog.
1462730
I've used it on a 6yr old German shepherd and on a 4yr old Old english sheepdog. It performs good on both. Consider it a good choice if pack capacity fits your needs.
1462731
I wouldn't. I bought it for my 3 year old lab. It lasted about 5 months (walking 2x a day) before the seams split on the saddlebags. I just trashed it and purchased this one instead: Mountainsmith Dog Pack (Medium, Heritage Red) - It's a bit more of an investment, but I can already tell it's going to last much longer. It's also WAY more comfortable for him, and the straps don't become loose mid-walk.
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My border collie uses this backpack while we are walking, to carry a few of his things. It is durable, and fits well enough, you have to even out each side weight wise, or it will not sit correctly on the dog. Other than that, it fills and gets quite heavy if wet, so take it off if the chance to jump in the lake happens. Hope this helps
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Hi! I bought this pack for a 5-6 yr old boxer. I pack it with two ziplog bags of uncooked beans and she ends up quited tired. The size is adjustable, so it's great to adapt it to any dog. There are two things to take into account:-Dont let your dog "rub" itself against walls or sth.. my dog loves it and the pack is resistant, but not THAT resistant so holes are starting to appear. Don't let your dog chew it either hehe-Try to take your dog at the same time every day. I have to adjust the bag before and after my dog eats. Apart from that I highly recommend it specially if you have pulling-the-leash problems or a trained dog. Hi! I bought this pack for a 5-6 yr old boxer. I pack it with two ziplog bags of uncooked beans and she ends up quited tired. The size is adjustable, so it's great to adapt it to any dog. There are two things to take into account:-Dont let your dog "rub" itself against walls or sth.. my dog loves it and the pack is resistant, but not THAT resistant so holes are starting to appear. Don't let your dog chew it either hehe-Try to take your dog at the same time every day. I have to adjust the bag before and after my dog eats. Apart from that I highly recommend... » Read More Hi! I bought this pack for a 5-6 yr old boxer. I pack it with two ziplog bags of uncooked beans and she ends up quited tired. The size is adjustable, so it's great to adapt it to any dog. There are two things to take into account:-Dont let your dog "rub" itself against walls or sth.. my dog loves it and the pack is resistant, but not THAT resistant so holes are starting to appear. Don't let your dog chew it either hehe-Try to take your dog at the same time every day. I have to adjust the bag before and after my dog eats. Apart from that I highly recommend it specially if you have pulling-the-leash problems or a trained dog. « Show Less
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This is the perfect pack for my dog. She is 75 lbs and very active... labs can vary alot in size so I don't know how big your dog is. I like that this pack is small so she doesn't get overheated... some bigger packs are like a huge blanket across her. This doesn't really fit that much in bags, but a water and a granola bar will fit in each side.
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I have an 80 pound boxer/lab mix in extremely good shape and the bag is just big enough. It doesn't have a lot of storage for a camp out but it's good for a short hike. It'll carry an average bottle of water and a fold up bowl, treats and a few more small items.
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It's tight with big chairs small stool is what I use and it will clamp to the pack with straps.dog maybe tougher because after brushed in door zipper works hard.
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I think you may want to get a more sturdy crate. I have a 20 lb dog so he is small and has lots of room. A 49 lb dog may be able to escape this one, especially if the dog is in the crate for an extended time.
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I have a medium pack for a 90lb dog. For a typical hike, in each side I put a 1 liter nalgene bottle, a small bowl, and a ziplock bag with three cups of dry food. That's a day's worth. There's enough room left over for food for maybe another day, but not 3-7.
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I believe that might work, its very expandable but be warned, there is no ventilation other then that little opening where the top comes together and the thing is quilted and that for hot. I also dislike that there is no way to close it down entirely, that vent hole is big enough for a small dog to slip out, a mesh closure there and more ventilation would make that bag much more usable.
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I am using this backpack with a 14 lb yorkie. My dog fits in the pack just fine, however I find that after about an hour or so walking with it my back begins to fatigue. My dog loves it and doesn't want to get out of it.
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I think the easy walk gives some sizes by weight. I have a 50 lb 10 month old Border Collie he is about as tall as a Lab, I think the medium size would be good if your lab is a bit on the small size. My Border Collie is on the bigger size so I bet that would work for you. Check the site and in the description there was a weight guideline I think. Good Luck you should love this harness. I won't use anything else.
1030112
Depends on the exact size of the dog but the pack I have might be too large for a 20 pound dog.
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My lab is over one hundred pounds and is about the same age, the steps work well on getting in the vehicles but getting out is another thing he wants to jump down, so I also bought a long ramp for exiting. Hope this helps ! �
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I would contact Sherpa and ask for their recommendations. I have a 16 pounder that does fine in it. But it would depend on how tall your pet is, if he/she is a chewer, scratcher, etc -- since it's not a hard side carrier it is not indestructible if you have a determined, strong chewer. Some breeds of dogs have bigger teeth than others the same size -- terriers for example have big teeth for dogs their size/weight.
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I would say. Go to a Petco or a petsmart some of the stores sell the same type for more money but you can check it out hor yourseft. Good Luck
1654272
If the pet isn't too heavy and does not move around a lot in the carrier most likely you could use the backpack feature. Would depend on the bike also; if it has dropped handlebars there would be stress on your back from the weight (again, depends on weight of your pet).
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I would say this is a size that will work for you. My boxer/pit mix is 55 and very thick and she seems to fit comfortably with room to spare. Her normal crate is a bit bigger but this one is work great for us for just a weekend at a friends.
600953
The straps provided wouldn't be very comfortable hauling a 14 lb. dog for very long. You should be able to substitute them with padded straps you may have from old luggage etc.
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a medium carrier might be a little tight, depending how long your pup is. the heighth should be ok.
1956394
i asked our agility classmates- they think this tent is too small. they think you will need a crate. there are some large lightweight ones we have seen at dog trials- you may want to explore those. good luck!
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I had a 80lb lab in my hound about and it was a good size, not too much room to move around, which you don't want. I also had a piece of plywood cut to place under the pad for extra support, which I would recommend.