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26 of 26 found the following review helpful:
 Love it! Aug 05, 2008
By kolombiana
I find front carriers uncomfortable and wanted something discreet but functional, especially for hiking. I have a 6lb Chihuahua who loves this backpack and fits perfectly into it (the small size). It is comfortable, has extra pockets for keys/phone/wallet/treats, and is well made. I love that I can keep him contained by zipping closed the top or give him a "convertible" ride. The only improvement I would make would be to include a pocket to carry a water bottle for the dogs.
22 of 23 found the following review helpful:
 Well Constructed, but small for a Min Pin Jun 17, 2009
By Casey
This bag has lots of handy compartments for keys, treats, your wallet, etc. It is of quality construction, with a chest and belly strap to keep the bag secure while biking or hiking. The straps are comfortable, and there are reflective strips in case you go out in the dark.
I use this bag to tote my 10 lb. Miniature Pinscher around wherever I go. She goes with me inside those superstores that sell groceries and home goods. She also goes with me to those home improvement stores. People are none the wiser (unless she barks) because the black mesh conceals the dog. Overall, I am please with the bag. HOWEVER, the dimensions they give are for the OUTSIDE of the bag, and with the outside compartments, the actual dog compartment is much smaller. My dog has almost outgrown the bag, the leggy thing that she is. The INSIDE measures 7 1/2"D X 11 1/2"W X 12"H. Please be advised the the bag angles down to 9 1/2"H near the front of the bag. I highly recommend the bag to those owners who have dogs smaller than a standard Min Pin.
16 of 16 found the following review helpful:
Happy pet Jan 24, 2009
By M. Y. Gutierrez
"Marina"
I took my little shih tzu for a hike this past weekend. When he gets tired of walking he just stops and waits for you to pick him up. I feel he really enjoyed the hike propped in the Outward Hound Backpack Pet Carrier. He was able to peek out and still see what was going on around him. I would recommend attaching the collar clip to a harness rather than a collar. When my dog was ready to get out and walk again, he attempted to jump out and my friend had to catch him so he would not choke. I would recommend this for dogs under 14 lbs.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
Best backpack ever! Aug 22, 2009
By C. Ludwig
My son and I have Chihuahuas. We love these backpacks. His dog uses it exclusively as his only carrier (must be a guy thing). I have other bags and use mine when I bike or hike or go somewhere like a craft show where I want my hands free. Very comfortable for both the human to carrry, and the dog to travel in. Ours just curl up and go to sleep. We've taken them in golf carts (the bag sits on the floor or in the little rack behind the seat) and into restaurants. (No one notices you have a dog...they just think it's a backpack). Small dogs can't hike as far as big dogs, since they take more steps per mile, so this is a great thing when they have gone as far as they want...you can comfortably just put them in the bag and let them rest. Nice design, with the mesh sides for ventilation. I really like being able to zip them in, or open the top. My only modification was lengthening the inside harness clip...it is a little short if they want to lay down. I always use the clip for safety if I have the top open. My dog jumped out once when seeing another dog while biking and she hung suspended until I got stopped and put her back in and zipped her in! (It was her first time biking...she doesn't do that anymore)! The harness strap is very secure and saved her life, I'm sure!!! I usually just keep it zipped up for safety when we bike, though! I love this bag. Would rate it A+++
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
BEST carrier for small dog!!! We give it a...4 paws WAY up! Mar 15, 2009
By L. Boehm
"k-8 special education"
We have been using this backpack for our chihuahua for almost a year now; it is hands down THE BEST carrier for a small dog. First, even though our little guy only weight 4.5 pounds, carrying him in a shoulder bag still made my shoulder ache after just a couple of stores. With this, you can carry your friend around all day without hurting your back or shoulders. The straps are also padded, as is the back, with a little extra in the lumbar section, all just like a well-designed regular backpack.
We have also been disappointed in the past with how much space for doggie "supplies" there is in normal carriers, but this one has THREE good-sized pockets that hold everything we need and then some. I can carry a small metal bowl (or 2 foldable ones), food, treats, poo bags, harness, leash, doggie diapers, and a sweater or two with no problem.
Finally, the entire pet enclosure is made of strong mesh (don't think camping tent material, I don't know what this stuff is, but is isn't what you would normally think of as "mesh"). It is very strong; even without a recent nail trim, his scratching can't damage this fabric!
We originally got this for hiking, but liked it so much better than any of our other carriers (even the really expensive designer ones!) that we now use this for every outing. Any time we start putting our shoes on and heading for the door, Chico runs over to his backpack and climbs in. "I'm ready...let's go!"
Best money I've every spent on a dog carrier, and the price its listing at now, a bargain (I think I paid $59.95 last year)!
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