Windchill  Dog Gear

 Heavy-duty gear for dogs of all shapes and sizes

PO Box 41, Hurstbridge VIC 3099, Australia

Ph:  (03) 9714 8540,  Fax (03) 9714 8303

Email:  sales@windchill.com.au

A Division of Koch Industries Pty Ltd

ABN  74 879 209 652

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Backpacks  & Walking Accessories

Basic Backpack

Hiker Backpack

Fold-up Waterbowl

Pooch Pouch

Which Style?
The Basic backpack is suitable for shorter walks and carrying lighter loads.  This pack is not padded and is therefore not recommend for long distance hikes.

The Hiker Backpack is a top-of-the-range pack which is ideal for carrying heavier loads (up to 30% of your dog's body weight) and for longer distances.  Being a 2 piece pack the saddle bags can be easily removed without having to undo the straps, and the padded saddle section and neoprene tabs on all buckles provide greater comfort for your dog.

Which Size?
When selecting a size consider how big the saddle bags will be on your dog.  The bags must not hang too low or they will interfere with the movement of the dog's legs, and the pack must not be too long from front to back (see width of pack) or it will not sit over the dog's shoulders.  A pack that sits too far down the dog's topline could place stress on the lower portion of your dog's back and cause discomfort or injury.

The pack size also depends on what you are wanting your dog to carry, for instance if the dog will be carrying light, bulky items or carrying dense, heavy items.

About our Backpacks

Being a two-piece backpack, the Windchill backpacks have the added advantage of allowing you to be able to quickly and easily remove and replace the packs on the saddle harness, which can remain on the dog.

This practical feature is a big plus whenever you are using the pack, and is essential in situations where backpacks may have to be constantly removed to negotiate difficult obstacles such as logs over pathways, creeks, narrow openings, etc. The PVC buckle locks the pack section on to the saddle.

These backpacks have been well and truly tried and tested on Alaskan Malamutes who have carried 30% of their body weight (up to 15 kg) in their packs over hikes of up to 70 km through rough terrain.

We have limited backpacks in stock (please phone, fax or email to check availability, colours & sizes), or you can have a pack made to order to your requirements.

CLICK HERE for more information on using, fitting and maintaining the backpack

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The Basic Backpack is an economical 1-piece, waterproof backpack designed for carrying lighter loads and ideal for carrying a few supplies on short walks or for helping you carry home the shopping.

* for heavier loads (up to 30% of your dog's body weight) or for longer distance walking we recommend the Hiker Backpack.

Windchill backpacks are made from Kodra*, which is a heavy-duty, waterproof, abrasion resistant nylon.

Basic Backpacks feature:

- 1-piece waterproof pack with zip openings

- 2 fully adjustable webbing straps, one around the chest and one around the girth

- Range of sizes to suit all breeds of dog, even the littlest ones!

 

Right:  Small basic backpack  (click on image to enlarge)

COLOURS
Black, Dark Grey, Navy blue, Royal Blue, Red, Dark Green, Jade Green, Yellow, Burgundy, Orange (bright), Purple, Hot Pink, Fluoro Lime. 

Backpacks can be one colour, bi-colour or multi-coloured. 

 

*Kodra Specifications:

1000 denier, high tenacity polyurethane-coated nylon
Waterproofness: 500mm (ISO811)
Tensile strength:  3000N (warp & weft)
Tear strength:  200N (warp & weft)

Above:  Basic Backpack - from L to R: 
XL, Large, Medium, Small (XS not shown)

 

SIZES:  Basic backpacks can be made to order, or select from the five standard sizes:

Size

Saddle Bag Dimensions  (Height, Width, Depth)

Price

Extra Small

Small

Medium

Large

Extra Large

H: 4.5 inches (11 cm)      W: 6 inches (15 cm)        D:  3 inches (8 cm)

H: 5.5 inches (14 cm)      W: 7.5 inches (19 cm)        D:  3.5 inches (9 cm)

H: 6.5 inches (17 cm)      W: 9 inches (23 cm)     D:  4.5 inches (11 cm)

H: 8 inches (20 cm)         W: 11 inches (28 cm)      D:  5.5 inches (14 cm)

H: 9.5 inches (24 cm)      W: 13 inches (33 cm)      D:  6.5 inches (17 cm)

$55.00

$60.00

$65.00

$70.00

$75.00

OR we can make a basic backpack to your specifications to suit your dog.

EXTRAS

Embroidered Name Tag - up to 10 characters - located centre back:            $ 6.00 

Reflective Tape - silver reflective tape around the lid of each saddle bag  $10.00 

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The Hiker Backpack is a top of the range, 2-piece waterproof backpack designed for carrying heavy loads* over long distances, but is also ideal for carrying a few supplies on short walks or for helping you carry home the shopping.

Windchill backpacks are made from Kodra*, which is a heavy-duty, waterproof, abrasion resistant nylon.

Hiker Backpacks feature:
-
Padded saddle and separate saddle bags
- Heavy-duty, waterproof saddle-bags with reinforced zip closures.
- Improved curved design to reduce rubbing
- Saddle bags attach with velcro and are locked on with a PVC buckle.
- Saddle has 3 fully adjustable webbing straps, one around the chest and two around the girth.
- Extra D-rings on top for attachment of extra items.
- Neoprene cushioned tabs on all buckles for added comfort.

CLICK HERE for more information on using, fitting and maintaining the backpack

Please Note: dogs should never be made to carry more than 30% of their body-weight.

COLOURS
Black, Dark Grey, Navy blue, Royal Blue, Red, Dark Green, Jade Green, Yellow, Burgundy, Orange (bright), Purple, Hot Pink, Fluoro Lime. 

Backpacks can be one colour, bi-colour or multi-coloured. 

 

*Kodra Specifications:

1000 denier, high tenacity polyurethane-coated nylon
Waterproofness: 500mm (ISO811)
Tensile strength:  3000N (warp & weft)
Tear strength:  200N (warp & weft)

      

 

SIZES:  Hiker backpacks can be made to order, or select from the four standard sizes:

Size

Saddle Bag Dimensions  (Height, Width, Depth)

Price

Small

Medium

Large

Extra Large

H: 7 inches (18 cm)      W: 9 inches (23 cm)           D:  4.5 inches (11 cm)

H: 8 inches (20cm)       W: 10.5 inches (26 cm)     D:  5.5 inches (14 cm)

H: 9 inches (23cm)       W: 12.5 inches (32 cm)     D:  6 inches (15 cm)

H: 10 inches (25cm)     W: 14 inches (36 cm)        D:  7 inches (18 cm)

$110.00

$120.00

$130.00

$140.00

OR we can make a Hiker backpack to your specifications to suit your dog.

 

EXTRAS

Embroidered Name Tag - up to 10 characters - located centre back:            $ 6.00 

Reflective Tape - silver reflective tape around the lid of each saddle bag  $10.00 

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Collapsible water bowls are a must for hiking with your dog, and are ideal to have in your car or attached to your lead for everyday use. The water bowls are made from a  heavy-duty, waterproof material and come with a velcro fastener for folding up and attaching to your lead.

The water bowl folds out to a diameter of around 7 inches and depth of about 2.5 inches, which is large enough for any dog to drink from without excessive spillage.Available with or without snap hook attachment.

COLOURS

Bowl section:
Black, Dark Grey, Navy blue, Royal Blue, Red, Dark Green, Jade Green, Yellow, Burgundy, Orange (bright), Purple, Hot Pink, Fluoro Lime. 

Trim:
Red, Royal Blue, Navy blue, Light blue, Purple, Pink, Dark Green, Emerald Green, Gold, Yellow, Burgundy, Brown, Black, Fluoro lime, Hot pink.

Prices
Fold-up Waterbowl - no snap hook:  $14.50
Fold-up Waterbowl with snap hook: 
$17.50

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POOCH POUCH     From $12.50*

 

For cleaning up after your dog

Small waterproof pouch attaches to any lead or walking belt for carrying plastic bags to clean up after your dog, or other small items.  The pouch is large enough to hold several bags and has a velcro and clip fastening to attach to any lead. 

Pouch measures approximately 4 x 4 inches.

Optional snap hook attachment available.

COLOURS

Black, Dark Grey, Navy blue, Royal Blue, Red, Dark Green, Jade Green, Yellow, Burgundy, Orange (bright), Purple, Hot Pink, Fluoro Lime. 

Prices
Pooch Pouch - no snap hook:  $12.50
Pooch Pouch with snap hook: 
$15.00

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