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There's More To Dog Backpacks
Than The Average Dog Owner Might Realize

All Dogs Love A Job And Dog Backpacks Provide A Sense Of Purpose
While Walking Or Hiking With Your Dog!

Carrying a backpack often provides a calming affect for dogs that are typically high energy. They help to keep the dog focused on doing a job vs pulling and walking wildly. halloween-pyranese

Correct Size And Weight

It's important not to make the backpack too heavy. The items that you place inside should be approximately 15% of your dog's body weight. Sizes vary depending on the manufacturer but most generally range from xxsmall to xlarge.

Measuring Your Dog For A Backpack

Your dog's waistline is approximately two thirds the distance between the front legs and the back legs. Read the manufacturers instructions carefully and measure accurately so that you get the right fit and comfort for your dog.

We recommend that you use a cloth measuring tape to get an accurate measurement of your dog's waistline. While some manufacturers don't want the most narrow part, others do. Between the front legs and the back legs, your dog's waistline is located approximately two thirds from the front legs to the back legs.

Exercise Your Best Friend With A Dog Backpack

All dogs need exercise which includes going for daily walks. Since dogs were originally bred to work, even domestic pets thrive when given a job. Backpacks seem to instinctively calm many dogs including hard to handle canines.

It might take a few times before your dog becomes used to the idea of carrying something on his back. Although most dogs seem to readily accept a backpack, others might need a little help. Training experts recommend placing a towel across the dog's back for 20-30 minutes a day as a way of getting the dog used to carrying something on his back. Always reward him for good behavior and for keeping the towel on his back.


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