Ruffwear Hitch Hiker Dog Backpack Carrier

Share even more adventures with your canine sidekick with the Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier - a lightweight, technical dog carrier designed so dogs can hitch a ride when needed. The dual locking zippers create a wide opening for easy loading and unloading between trail time and backpack time. Once in the pack, the integrated harness keeps dogs secure and allows them to get comfortable and face forward to see the trail ahead. Cinch straps add extra security and keep dog close to your back when loaded. Air mesh side panels at the base boost air flow for temperature management.

Use the external grab handle to lift and shoulder the pack. Once on, the pack distributes weight evenly for the human carrying the load, with padded shoulder straps, breathable back panel, adjustable torso length, and a supportive hipbelt for all-day comfort. Pockets on the hip belt give quick access to essentials like pick-up bags, treats, and most phones. Stash a soft flask, packable bowl, or extra layer in the external zippered stretch pocket at the base of the pack.

• Dual locking zippers open pack wide for easy loading and unloading of dog
• Air mesh side panels at base for air flow and temperature management
• Integrated adjustable harness and cinch straps keep dog comfortable and secure in pack
• Adjustable and padded shoulder straps, torso length, and hip belt for comfortable wear and carry
• Zippered hip belt pockets for quick access to essentials; fits most phones
• Zippered external stretch pocket on back; fits soft flasks up to 500 mL
• Reflective trim for visibility in low-light conditions and light loop for attaching The Beacon™, sold separately
• Sizing based off girth measurement; comfortably accommodates dogs up to 40 lbs.
• Hand washable with mild detergent, air dry
• Color: Basalt Gray
• Shell material (bluesign® approved): 150D polyester (40% recycled) ripstop with nonfluorinated DWR and PU coating
• Back mesh material (bluesign approved): 160D nylon mono mesh
• Shoulder strap material: Polyester spacer air mesh (100% recycled and bluesign approved) + layered EVA/CLPE foam padding + shell fabric

* Measure around widest part of rib cage.