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Great quality, works great. By GB PackMan from Racine, WI on 03/17/2009 Pros: Good Value, Tough, Versatile Describe Yourself: Long-time Pet Owner Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Great product for [$]. Very durable and feels like it will last for a long time. Be aware, they run large. I initially borrowed a medium sized pack from a friend, but it was way too large. I have 2 australian shepherds (45-60 lbs), and the small packs fit them perfectly. In fact, the straps are still longer than necessary. I'd recommend, if your dog is in between sizes, that you go with the smaller size.I also own a red colored pack, and the gray/black style looks better (in my opinion). The reflective strips are a nice touch and aren't found on all comparable packs.Very fast (and cheap) shipping. Great deal, I've seen these sold for about $100.
every dog should have one of these By madogmax from Spokane Wa on 03/15/2009 Pros: Good Value, Tough, Well thought out Describe Yourself: Long-time Pet Owner Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is a great, well built pack. It runs a little large as other people have commented. My friend is
A 50 lb border collie and the small size seems to
fit her best.I've added some padding to the straps
and that seems to help with chafe issues.
By Dog driver from Carbondale, CO on 12/29/2008 Pros: Good Construction, Lightweight, sturdy, Well designed Cons: Compartments are small Best Uses: Better than me hauling it Describe Yourself: Long-Time Pet Owner Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I've used a larger version of this Mountainsmith pack with my 70 lb collie for years - it has good balance, rides well, cannot be destroyed (we've tried) or even damaged, and fits well. Importantly, it's quikc to get the dog and in out of, as there aren't a bunch of stabilizing straps, just three quick clip ins. Thought I'd get a smaller version for my new border collie puppy, either for a permanent pack if he doesn't grow too much, or at least for a year or two. He's about 34 lbs now and the pack fits him about right, altho I personally think the compartments could be a little longer in length. they are kind of smallish, but they will not ride too low or drag for a dog this size, and that is ultimately more important so they don't hang up on everything along the trail and have the weight kept higher along their spine. All in all, I think it will be just fine for a 30 - 40 lb dog, and the Mountainsmith pack design has proven itself to me over the years. If he grows beyond 40 lbs, then it'll probably be too small and I'll replace it. Somebody could probably improve on the straps and strap holders, but they're decent anyway.
Sturdy pack fits some dogs but not all By Mountain Gal from Fort Collins, CO on 11/24/2008 Pros: Easily Cleaned, Easy To Assemble, Good Construction, Lightweight, Stows Easily Cons: Bad fit on narrow chest, Bags too small, Chest strap padding poor Describe Yourself: Long-Time Pet Owner Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I have two border collies that fall into the recommended weight range for use of the small-size pack. I use the pack for day trips since the saddle bags are pretty small. One dog fits the pack beautifully; the other not so much, due to his very narrow chest. The chest strap is sewn too low to fit the dog well. The belly straps fit fine. The pack is well made and seems like it will be quite durable. It's already endured trips in the mountains where it's been soaking wet all day from our water-loving dogs hitting the creeks and lakes with it. It's easy to spray clean. The saddle bags are probably average in size- I wish they were a bit bigger. The other problem is the lack of enough padding on the chest strap. The small piece that comes with the pack does not extend across the chest enough to prevent some chaffing, so I've had to add some padding.
Great pack for shorter trips By My dogs are my kids... from Sandy, Or on 11/18/2008 Pros: Easily Cleaned, Easy To Assemble, Good Construction, Lightweight, Stows Easily, sturdy Best Uses: Dogs, Domesticated Animals, Good weekend pack Describe Yourself: Long-Time Pet Owner Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I have a 50lb border collie/mix whos gitrh is 27". The small size pack fits her perfectly but the stows are a bit too small for us to go on long hikes (unless I carry some of her food). I also bought the medium for my Australian shepard who is 56 lb. and has a girth of 30".
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