Doggy Alcott Backpack and Harness Review with Giveaway!

Let me tell you about my best friend(s). She's been with me through-and-through and always makes me laugh. We both became moms just a few weeks apart and we spend a lot of time together. My best friend's name is Ruthie aka RooRoo or "the Roo"; she has puppies who are the same age as my son and they're known as "The Roo Crew!"

The Roo Crew

Meet Ruthie, Chelsea, Ollie and Sophie.

RooRoo (and her crew are) is my constant companion and we've been on many adventures together. There was one that one time we found the turtle next to our gate, that one time Sophie jumped in the baby's pool and gained the ability to run at super-speed, and many, many little road trips. Roo has been to college, to the salon, and even to a seafood restaurant (she ordered the shrimp). We go outside for walks each day and the Roo Crew always has a great time.

Every day with a dog is an adventure, because they love life and appreciate the simple pleasures of friendship. I decided it was time for my Roo (and the crew) to have a backpack, because dog's have belongings, too. I found a really cool little backpack from Alcott Adventures (offered to me for an editorial) and I'll tell you all about it. Oh, and I also got a extra-easy-to-use harness, too!

Let's start the photo story! Scroll along with me!

Doggy Backpack from Alcott Adventures

A backpack for dogs is just what it sounds like--it's an accessory that your dog wears along with their usual collar and leash. The backpack allows your dog to help carry some of their own supplies, such as waste bags, snacks, collapsible water bowls, medication, first aid supplies and more. 

This dog backpack from Alcott Adventures has zippered pockets on each side; one side is insulated (to keep things cold/warm) and the other side has a zippered pocket and a waste bag dispenser (how convenient!). 

Putting the backpack on my dog is a breeze, because there are buckles and the design is very efficient; in fact, I only had to open two buckles to put this on my dogs, because they can step into one side and then I just fasten it closed around their waste and neck. 

The dog backpack comes in several sizes--small, medium, large--we're using the small one for my dogs. My dogs are 10, 13, 14, and 20 pounds and the backpack works for all of them. You can measure your dog(s) to see what size backpack they will wear, as Alcott puts this sizing chart on their product page. 

There's also a handle made to the top of the backpack for your convenience. I like the breathable mesh liner and the padded design. The trim of the backpack is reflective for doggy safety.  

The cost of the backpacks range from $33.99-$35.99 at the time of this post. I'm very satisfied with the Adventure Backpack from Alcott, so far! Three out of my four dogs love to wear it. My Chelsea-Dear doesn't like to wear anything, but she thinks it looks cool on the other dogs; I can tell from the way she starts a game of chase as soon as someone puts the backpack on. :)

Great Find~ Alcott Adventure Harness

I've tried many harnesses and some of them are down right tricky. No one has time for that, right? The Adventure Harness from Alcott is wonderful! I mean, really wonderful. 

It has buckles on it, so that you can just fasten it around your dog's neck and then again around their waist. Like the backpack, I only had to undo two buckles and just slip it around RooRoo's body and fasten her up for good times. 

-"Ring, Ring... Adventure calling." 

--"Snap, snap. Let's goooo!"

My RooRoo has a sensitivity to light; doggy sunglasses are on my list, now.

I love that this harness has two D-rings located on each end of the top piece; you could attach any leash or even a doggy seat belt clip to it (also available from Alcott).

The harness contains a tough-duty center piece that runs down the top of your dog's body. The bottom of the harness is a soft, mesh chest piece that is reinforced with a durable lining. The entire harness contains reflective accents for safe walks and adventures.

The Adventure Harness also comes in small, medium or large sizes. All of my dogs wear the small size. What's helpful at Alcott Adventures web site is that the sizes are the same across all products. If your dog wears a small in the harness, then your dog will wear a small in other products, such as the backpack.

Giveaway! and a Peek at the Alcott Adventures Site

When you order from Alcott Adventures, the shopping, sizing and checkout processes are a breeze. I know this, because I've already tried it and I really love their site. You can shop either by adventure (like, mariner, traveler, essentials) or by product type. They have so much to offer and it's all useful stuff to make each day into an adventure for your puppy dawg and you!

Giveaway rules. Open to USA only. Ages 18+. One winner will receive a $25 gift code to Alcott Adventures web site. Entries will be verified before winner is contacted. Winner will have 48 hours to respond by email or another winner will be randomly selected in their place. Daydreaming Realist is not responsible for prize shipment. Thank you for reading and good luck!

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Product samples were received to facilitate this review. This post is not monetarily sponsored. All opinions and doggy photos are my own.