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And for anyone inquiring.. My sheltie is on the larger size for his breed. He weighs approx 35lbs but is not very heavy for his size. His pack weight is approx 2.7 lbs (hoping to reduce that a bit...

I have finished Champ's custom approach pack and as promised I'm updating with photos. So Champ is wearing a size small ruffwear webmaster but I used saddle bags from a cheap extra small approach...

I ended up getting a z lite for him and cutting it down. He seems to approve and it looks as it will be a good sit pad. :)

I was torn between the zlite and ridge rest but decided the $15 was...

Good luck! I'll be seeing Springer soon.. Enjoy your hike. :)

Right on... NOAA is normally pretty good. Thank you!

K9 Advantix II works the absolute best for my dogs. I tried frontline but these Jersey ticks have decided they don't care anymore and attach. The advantix works like a Charm for ticks and especially...

Never used it but someone mentioned geartrade.com and their prices look awesome.

Trekking poles can be found on clearance at REI, backcountryedge, etc. Costco and Walmart have some. So does Dicks...

Hello ladies! I will be starting the trail this year with my trail Sheltie. Pack weight will be approx. 35 lbs with food, water, winter cloths and additional doggy gear. See you all on the trail!...

Since this post was regarding doggy beds.... How much of the dog should the mat cover? Should it be just big enough to cover beneath the dog if he's curled up? Or a little extra so that he's still...

I ended up calling Loving Care Kennels on the phone since I have heard a lot of good things about them. Very pleasant conversation. Champ and I will be meeting them on our way down to Georgia and...

Hello all,

Selling an extra small ruffwear webmaster harness for $40 plus the cost of shipping. This was originally a Ruffwear Approach pack but I removed the saddlebags and what is remaining is...

Squeezebox, I am using musher's wax to keep Champ's pads in good condition. In snowy conditions and if his paws are showing any signs of injury I have dog booties from dogbooties.com. I have never...

Heheh I'm pretty lucky in that aspect. Fortunately Champ's previous household has several small kids all of the time with a little one on the way.. The owner's snapped him out of his herding habits...

Thank you everyone again for your input.. I have been trying a ton of positive reinforcement on this pooch. He still does not like putting it on initially but I have found out how to get it on...

So Champ and I are looking for a good kennel while I am hiking through the Smoky Mountains this year on my thru-hike attempt. Looking for thru-hiker used and approved kennels who took good care of...

:D Hey! I'm also a female hiker in 2014. Start date is approx. mid march.. maybe sooner, maybe later depending on how nasty the cold looks. I'm starting out with a pack weight of just around 20lbs...

About a Month ago I did High Point to Vernon, NJ NOBO. Water sources aren't Terrible but a little scarce from Mashipacong Shelter to High Point Shelter. Good water source at Mashipacong Shelter....

Grey Ghost, have you tried them in wet conditions yet?

I don't have nearly as much experience as some of the other folks on this forum but from my personal experience this year I've tried a variety of things. I've tried flip flops, barefoot, using my...

After using these shoes on multiple overnight trips including all of SNP I have more of an idea of them. I love the mesh that it stretches, but after getting wet the mesh is a little more resistant...

Key word is see. I haven't seen one but only a bear can produce the loud cracking noise I head walking down the trail to Gravel Springs Hut in SNP back in May. A lot of word of bear activity and...

Also, I am hoping to bring him on the 2014 thru hike I am planning! But again.. I have several back ups to get him off trail if needed and I am still doing my research. I am doing SEVERAL practice...

Wow! So much helpful input! Thank you everyone! I'm sure Champ (the sheltie) will be very grateful of all your good suggestions.

If I reduced his weight any more than I already have he is better...

I try to leave an update whenever I stop by a shelter and get to see the conditions. The shelter is dirty and muddy- no broom to try to clean it up. Garbage in fire pit. Privy is pretty full and has...

Edit: decided to make it difficult trying to get the pack on by backing up and whining, making a HUGE deal out of it.