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FreeMove Pack:The World’s First Shoulder Free Dog Backpack

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Unrestricted Movement | Breathing Safety | Lightweight Comfort | Highly Breathable| Easy Clean | Easy Packing | Premium Accessories
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Meet FreeMove Pack

Traditional dog packs restrict movement. The FreeMove Pack liberates it—with a revolutionary Shoulder-Free design engineered for true canine freedom.

The result? Your dog runs, jumps, and explores trails with unbridled joy and freedom. This isn’t just gear storage—it’s your gateway to shared adventures.

Built for day hikes and light overnights, such as:

① Daily Urban Traverse

② Urban & Suburban Hiking

③ The Hiking Part of a Camping Trip

④ The Spontaneous Road Trip Adventure

⑤ Cycling or Trail Running Companion

What they say?

Why FreeMove Pack?

The Hidden Problems With Traditional Dog BackPacks

Traditional dog backpacks are built like saddles – heavy, restrictive, and uncomfortable. Bulky old gear holds your pup back: hitting against the shoulders,restricting breath, sapping joy with every bump and pressure.

 We knew there was a better way.

The Answer: FreeMove Pack

This insight into these problems became the very foundation of the FreeMove Pack, built around one core principle:  ‘Shoulder Free’ .

Through two key innovations and five major functional upgrades, the FreeMove Pack delivers more freedom, safety, comfort, and convenience for your dog AND you..

Okay. Let’s go take a closer look at the backpack.

—  2  Innovations  —

Why We Insist on ‘Shoulder-Free’

Imagine your own shoulders, tightly bound by a strap. Give it a try even. Then try to swing your arms as if you were running. Your movement is limited, you can’t fully extend. Every swing is battling a constant, pulling force.

You tire, quicker. Your movements shorten, becoming frantic. Your body suffers.

This… is precisely what your beloved pooch might be experiencing.

The Shoulder Squeeze Problem

Traditional saddle-style packs sit right over the shoulder blades.

Watch closely: When a dog’s shoulders swing back, they hit the pack’s front. As they swing forward, a gap forms, causing the pack to slam back down.

This jarring motion happens with every step—tiring your dog and restricting their natural freedom.

To remedy this, our FreeMove Pack introduces a revolutionary shoulder freedom cutout

02 Split-Chest Design

This is another design born from extensive thought and testing, engineered for a superior fit and to fully guarantee your dog’s breathing remains smooth and safe in any situation.

This anatomy-first design approach is not just a structural alteration; it is a fundamental rethinking of how a pack should interact with a dog’s body. The result is an array of interconnected advantages that harmonize to elevate you and your pup partner’s shared journeys.

The “Pressure-Free Channel ” for Safe Breathing

By splitting the chest strap, we intentionally created an open channel directly below the throat. This ensures nothing covers or pressures the sensitive trachea and larynx, regardless of the dog’s posture or activity level. It grants the freedom to breathe deeply and naturally while chasing, playing, trekking, or just showing off their awesome dogginess.

Perfect Physics: Adventuring in 3-D

While a traditional single strap forces a symmetrical, often imprecise fit, our dual independent straps allow you to account for the unique contours of each side of your dog’s body. This enables a truly three-dimensional fit that wraps the torso with uniform pressure, much like a custom-made garment. It’s not just about being tight; it’s about being anatomically correct.

Our goal is simple: Let you and your dog focus on the trail ahead, not on any discomfort.

We’ll be honest: Our design takes a few extra minutes to fit perfectly for your dog. But that one-time tweak unlocks safer, comfier, freer adventures for your furry pal.

We’ve got easy fitting guides with step-by-step pics and videos to make it a breeze!

— 5 Core Upgrades  —

Our Shoulder-Free and Split-Chest designs relieve all pressure from your dog’s shoulders, providing structural comfort and safety—as we’ve talked about.

But we didn’t stop there. The pack’s materials have been enhanced, to making it significantly lighter and more breathable, all without sacrificing durability. This further reduces the overall burden and keeps your dog’s explorations unbound.

03 Carry More But Feel Less? (Yes!)

Our obsession with lightweight design has borne fruit: a pack that’s at least 30% lighter than others in the same size and capacity class. 

The FreeMove Pack L-size weighs just 0.95 lb—even lighter than a small water bottle!

Remarks:1)The Golden Retriever shown on the page is wearing the L size FreeMove Pack.  2)This report contains the official interpretation of the test results by the HAPPiTAIL team.

The specific mission we gave ourselves: to radically reduce the pack’s self-weight without compromising structural integrity, safety, or durability.

04 Stay Cooler  Go Further

A pack can’t replace panting. BUT!A well-engineered pack can significantly reduce the need to pant—keeping your dog cool to see the journey through.

That’s why we imbued the FreeMove Pack with superior heat dissipation.

Superior Breathability of the Outer Shell Fabric

To prove the quality of our main fabric, we conducted a controlled breathability test, comparing it to conventional material under identical air pressure conditions.

Remarks: This report contains the official interpretation of the test results by the HAPPiTAIL team.

05 The One Pack for Every Adventure

The storage architecture of the FreeMove Pack is inspired by technical outdoor gear, giving it a distinct advantage over traditional dog packs in both organizational convenience and carrying flexibility.

Modular Storage& Access AKA Convenient Organizing

We divided the pack into three mission-specific zones that, together, form an intuitive system. Packing is simplified by eliminating the need for separate “stuff sacks.”

Everything you need can be accessed efficiently.Watch how easy it is to pack up with our modular setup—everything has its place, ready to go when adventure calls! 

Don’t forget: After loading, tighten the side cinch cords to lock items in place and keep things stable—your dog’s safety depends on it!

Smart compartments and cinch adjustments make it versatile—whether it’s a 2-day full-load trip or an urban hike. For expeditions, they secure contents into a stable unit, preventing dangerous shifting. For light city hikes, they cinch down excess fabric for a compact, agile feel. It’s the one pack for every adventure!

06 Easy Clean

There’s a special kind of joy in watching your pup roll around without a care in the world—even if it makes you laugh and sigh at the same time.

We designed the FreeMove Pack exactly for these momentsfeaturing easy-to-clean and quick-dry fabrics. 

After a muddy hike or rainy romp, simply rinse it off—dries in no time, ready for the next adventure without hassle. No more downtime from dirt or dampness; your dog stays comfortable, and you stay stress-free. This upgrade ensures the pack is as resilient as your furry companion’s spirit.

 It’s freedom for them, and freedom for you.

We partner with industry-leading brands for consistent performance on every adventure.

—    Specs    —

Size Guide

Find the perfect fit to keep your dog comfortable and mobile during every adventure. Follow these steps to measure accurately:

  1. Measure Chest Girth: Wrap a soft tape around the widest part of your dog’s rib cage, just behind the front legs. Measure loosely—add 1-2 inches (2-5 cm) for comfort.
  2. Weigh Your Dog: Use a reliable scale for an accurate weight.
  3. If in Doubt: Size up for growing dogs or active breeds to allow room for movement. For overlaps in ranges, choose based on weight and activity level (e.g., opt for larger if your dog is muscular or high-energy).

Puppy Tip: If your dog is still growing, select the next size up to accommodate future growth.

Quick Notes:

  • Overlaps: Sizes overlap slightly for flexibility—e.g., a 30-inch chest could fit Medium or Large; go with Large for heavier or more active dogs.
  • Not Sure? Contact us (info@happitail.store) with your dog’s measurements for personalized advice. A proper fit prevents chafing and ensures full mobility.

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Notes

  • Shipping fees will be collected after the campaign during the pledge survey.
  • We’ll partner with trusted global logistics carriers to ensure fast and secure delivery.
  • Final rates may vary slightly depending on your country or region.

Timeline

Our Team

We know the real story of this pack isn’t about us. It’s about the lives that inspired it all — our dogs, and people like you who long to share limitless odysseys with them.

That’s why we’ve decided to dedicate this “Our Team” section entirely to the true heroes of this journey. The Founding Paw-some Pioneers. It was these adorable pooches’ tail-wagging honest reactions that verified every one of our designs — along with their owners’ invaluable feedback — that made this product what it is today.

A Huge Thank You to Our Paw-some Pioneers

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