Best Dog Backpacks & Hiking Packs of 2025: Carry Gear on the Trail

Take your dog on a hike and you already know the tail-wagging payoff. Add a backpack and that walk becomes a job — something to focus on, a reason to move with intent. Dogs that carry their own water and treats walk more purposefully and arrive home calmer than dogs that spent the whole trip sniffing every bush with nothing to do. A good dog backpack needs to fit well, stay put during active movement, and distribute weight evenly so it doesn’t chafe or cause discomfort. Cheap packs slip around, rub the wrong spots, or just fall apart after a few washes. ...

July 21, 2025 · 9 min · Editorial Team