What I Bring to HIKE and BACKPACK with My Dog! | Miranda in the Wild

So many people have asked for a video about my dog's backpacking and hiking gear! I'm excited to finally show off what my dog uses hiking and backpacking as well as how she carries everything. Nala is my adventure dog and favorite backpacking buddy, and dialing in her gear has been just as important as working on my own kit. What will be right for you and your adventure dog will vary, and you probably don't need all the gear I use, but hopefully this video can help you decide what backpacking and hiking gear will help you and your dog on your outdoor adventures!

*This video is NOT sponsored by Ruffwear. They just make a lot of great outdoor gear for dogs!

Backpacks for dogs: 1:02
Dog sleeping bag and sleeping pad: 4:35
Dog leash for backpacking: 5:28
Cold weather gear for dogs: 6:10
Food storage and collapsible dog bowl: 8:25
Dog first aid kit: 9:25

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[genefromnc]

REI……if you EVER replace Miranda with anyone else, I’m going to Backcountry for all my shit. You’ve been warned! 😁

[vidchatsofrandomness]

Yes to more dog content!! Nala is such a sweetie!

[zachzuchowicz]

I’d love to see a Nala cam on future videos! It would be cool to see an adventure from her perspective even if it is just for a couple shots or b-roll!

[sassytbc]

You put the pack on her and the look on her face was priceless.

[pamlavallee]

I don’t even have a dog but here I am diligently taking notes because I just love Miranda and Nala content.

[YankeeWoodcraft]

I don't even have a dog and I'm watching this.
BTW, on leashing dogs, while on a day hike in the Adirondacks, I came upon a couple who lost their small dog (that was off a leash) when a larger dog chased it (that was also off a leash) and the little dog was terrified and it disappeared. It was heartbreaking to hear the owner calling for her dog in tears. I hope she found it.

[camillebourne]

PLEASE make “Recreational Pack Mule” merch 😂🐪

[Sassa]

I’d love to hear how you trained her, especially for hiking and adventures! She’s such a good girl ❤️🐶

[chelseah]

Yes! Yes! Yes! to more dog related videos, please! I’m new to outdoor activities and have been to nervous to take my dog with me on more than just a short hike.

[elifan]

Great video. I have a terrier which is a smaller breed. I use a cut nemo switchback pad that I put inside my zipped up down jacket to creat a small cave for him to crawl inside. Really helped out with both our sleep

[heidih]

Yeay, Nala! :D A sit pad or dog bed of some kind is SO worth it! :D Along with a dedicated "blanket", dog sleeping bag or whatever. As stated, the human(s) and dog will sleep SO much better. And the human's sleep system will stay much cleaner/drier and less likely to be damaged by claws! :D

[zac_in_ak]

I don't even have a dog or want one but I had to watch because Miranda is so entertaining

[jenniferrago]

Well I don't have a back packing dog. But I do have a back packing cat. Except I carry all over her gear. And although she walks on leash for most of it. I end up carrying her as well.

[hail_void]

My dog has the same issue with drinking water, and we've found that a doggy water bottle works miracles!

[gillyinnes]

thank you - this really cheered me up - love how real you keep it. I am a bit of a tom boy and there is literally no one around me that can get excited about this stuff so seeing a female present these things was inspirational - thankyou

[logancowell]

Heard about Nala in another video. So sorry for your loss.

[coryrigali]

I came here to look for upgrades and instead this is just exactly what I already own for Bud lol

Something something great minds, something something alike
-Idk I'm not a great mind

And yes, if the dog is being insane and wild and won't calm down and it's time to watch a movie or something... I take him outside for a run and then just put his pack harness on him (the Ruffwear harness sans pack) and he's just immediately chill lol

The Ruffwear gear is all just absolutely game changing. The hands free leash I use every day. The pack, the sleeping bag, the pad, big time saviours. The shoes he still hates wearing, even on pine needles that he hates, we're working on it.

Now, anytime I pick up his sleeping bag, he's just jumping around hoping we're going somewhere lol

Also the Ruffwear Knot-A-Hitch? Amazing.

[m.hernandez]

Nice that Nala takes you hiking. Now I want to see you with a cat.

[BeeeHonest]

Watching your clip always put me in a good mood. Thx Miranda.

[JoelBecker]

Cooper (my dog) and I are here for the burps but also the Nala content! She is such an influencer!