This week, we have some ready-made quilts available (no lead time!) Feel free to email Marie if you need a size we haven't listed. We are open for Bramble Ramble Packs and Tailored-harness sales. Lead time is 2 weeks. Lead time will grow as we get into Oct and we may periodically close new orders so we can build up our batched inventory.

Groundbird Gear Tailored Harness and Roll-top Trekking Pack

Our harness is tailor-made for your dog based on 6 submitted measurements guaranteeing a chafe-free fit. The harness is fully breathable, light-weight and quick-drying. It works as a stand-alone or as a base for the Trekking Roll-top Saddlebag. Read Specs or Place Order

​We are offering the "Bramble Ramble" saddlebag color scheme Fall 2021

Have your own vision for a custom build?

We can work with you! Email Marie before placing an order. We can discuss how to order your custom printed fabric from our friends at Dutchware Gear. We will build the pack! We are not stocking custom prints other than Realtree Snow Woods. So if you love cosmos, liquid pumpkin, plaid- whatever- email us first and we will explain how to place this order. Upcharges: $20 for the fabric and $20 for the custom order.

Get Started with a gear upgrade, invest in our harness first

Groundbird is an investment for many, and we thank you for investing in us, the makers of your dog's gear! A great way to get started with your dog's gear upgrade is to start by ordering the tailored-fit harness. You can add the packs in the future, if you can't afford them right now! 
Place harness-only order

Groundbird Gear Turtle Top Quilt

The Groundbird Gear Turtle Top Quilt is the only ultralight backpacking dog-warmth solution! It attaches to your dog with a comfy integral PJ harness so the quilt stays with your dog when they get up and spin in the middle of the night. Filled with 800fp water-resistant down, this quilt is custom-sized to your dog's length. When your dog sleeps curled up, the quilt covers them completely. Unlike "sleeping bag" dog sacks, your dog can easily self-regulate their body temp: if they get warm, they can stretch out and vent. Leading edge and rear corners can be clipped back into a jacket variation. Packs to the size of a one liter bottle, weighs on average 8oz and comes in different warmth variations. 

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Groundbird Gear is the preferred brand by long distance hikers and weekend warriors. 

Bobwhite believes in lighter loads for dogs, starting with the gear weight itself and bag capacities that make sense! It is nearly impossible to find the right gear for your trail companion. Store bought mass-produced packs and doggie sleeping bags are typically overly large, overly heavy and many dogs have issues with the fit, which causes injury especially on a multi-day backpacking trip. 

To have a successful hike, your dog's gear should be as functional as your own. Our team makes GBG specific to your dog based on your submitted measurements,  in Baltimore, Maryland. We guarantee a chafe-free fit, made with the same ingenuity that you love in your own gear!