The BirdDog uses polyethylene foam inside a 500 denier Cordura nylon shell, with a front buckle entry and heavy duty acetal hardware. The raised handle on top makes it easier to lift your dog out of the water and back onto the boat, and it comes in five sizes from XS to XL.
Specs at a glance
- Sizes: XS (5-15 lbs), S (15-25 lbs), M (25-45 lbs), L (45-75 lbs), XL (75+ lbs)
- Weight: 0.37 lbs (XS) to 1.08 lbs (XL)
- Shell: 500 denier Cordura nylon
- Flotation: Polyethylene foam
- Entry: Front buckle
- Colors: Ol Blue, Hound Gray
Good to know
- Size by weight and girth: measure around the widest part of your dog’s chest and check it against the chart.
- Let your dog wear it at home and on shore before the first paddle so it’s used to the fit.
KayakDIY take: If your dog rides along, a solid grab handle makes pulling them back aboard a lot easier. For more gear ideas, see my fishing kayak accessories guide.
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