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Approach™ Dog Backpack

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$73.99 $99.99 In stock

Category: Packs

Roam further with the Approach Pack, a day hiking and light overnight dog pack with excellent performance, fit, and functionality. Radial cut saddlebags - sized right for extending day hikes and venturing into light overnights - create a passive compression system for efficient load carrying over the shoulders. They rest on an integrated harness with a breathable chassis that enhances comfort and pack stability. With lightweight materials, a streamlined design, and mindful gear organization, the Approach Pack sparks instant motivation for canines seeking deeper exploration on the trail with their human.

It’s recommended that your dog carry no more than 25% of their body weight, including the weight of the pack and its contents. If your dog is new to dog packs, start with a light load and work up to a heavier load as your dog gets used to wearing the pack.

What's New: A staple in our pack lineup, the Approach Pack's updates were inspired by customer feedback. More breathability and flexibility with a perforated, molded foam chassis; improved fade-resistance with new materials; updated flopper stopper system for easier use when stabilizing saddlebags; and more streamlined, refined saddlebag volumes.

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Capacity

XS: 5L
S: 10L
M: 13L
L/XL: 21L

Weight

XS: 0.73 lb (0.33 kg)
S: 0.94 lb (0.43 kg)
M: 1.1 lb (0.50 kg)
L/XL: 1.3 lb (0.59 kg)

Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Ava P. ★★★★★

The radial-cut saddlebags sit close to his body so nothing swings when he trots, and they're sized right for a full day's water and snacks. Fit took a minute to dial in, but once the straps were set he stopped fussing with it completely.

Olivia ★★★★★

Took my shepherd on a 9 mile loop and he never once tried to shrug it off, which says a lot since he hates wearing anything. The saddlebags hold a collapsible bowl and two water bottles without sagging, and the fit stayed put on the downhill sections.

Victoria ★★★★★

The radial cut saddlebags sit close to my dog's body and don't bounce around when she trots, which was my main worry with a pack. We did an easy overnight and it held her food and bowl without any rubbing. Genuinely impressed with how well it fits.