Seleverkstedet's classic and robust dog pack. Ergonomically designed according to the dog's size. Durable materials featuring leather, 1000-denier coated nylon, and strong seams.

Togo dog pack from Seleverkstedet
Size Mini +

Seleverkstedet's classic - the sturdy Togo pack. Ergonomically designed with panniers sized according to the dog's build. Leather and 1000-denier coated nylon, along with durable seams, make the Togo pack highly resilient. The TOGO pack was first introduced in 1982 and has for many years been in a class of its own when it comes to quality and carrying comfort for the dog.

The volume of the pack relative to its size (the panniers and the raised lid) is made as large as is appropriate for the dog to carry, without restricting the dog's freedom of movement.

How to choose the right pack size

Measure the dog from elbow, over the back, and down to the elbow on the other side. The elbow point is the uppermost visible joint on the front leg, where the dog rests when in a "down" position. If the measurement on your dog matches the specified measurement for the pack, you have the correct size.

If the measurement falls between two sizes, you should consider your use of the pack:

• If it is for short trips where the dog will carry a little gear, our experience is that most are happiest with the smaller of the two sizes.
• If you are considering longer trips with a lot of equipment, and the dog is well-trained and has decent ground clearance, you can choose the larger of the two sizes.

Ground clearance means that the dog has sufficient height to prevent the pack from dragging too low against the vegetation.

Togo pack sizes (AA measurement):

• Mini from 43 cm minimum AA measurement
• Mini+ approx. 48 cm
• XXS approx. 57 cm
• XS approx. 61 cm
• S approx. 65 cm
• M approx. 71 cm
• L approx. 82 cm
• XL approx. 92 cm

How old must the dog be to carry a pack?

It is an advantage if the dog is fully grown so that you can choose a size that will continue to fit. However, an empty pack does not weigh much more than a thick blanket, so getting the dog used to having something on its back with low weight is purely positive. You should expect that you will only be able to achieve good carrying capacity with a pack once the dog is 18 months old.

How heavy a pack can the dog carry?

How you work with your dog from an early age is up to you as a dog owner. Is the dog used to hiking and is it a healthy and strong dog? Have you been diligent in developing the dog with hikes in varied terrain? Large dogs develop more slowly than small dogs. Remember to always start carefully with weight when you begin packing. Watch how the dog moves; if you see that it is struggling, it is too much weight. If the dog trots along easily, you can add more. As mentioned in the paragraph above, your dog must be fully grown before you can load it with any significant weight. A rule of thumb is that a very well-trained dog can carry up to 25% of its own body weight if the terrain is easy and the hike is not too long. There is a big difference between walking on flat ground versus in rough terrain with inclines. Use common sense and remember that you know your dog best, so keep a close eye and read the signals your dog gives you.