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Large Best

Large Best
What is the best large breed dog for backpacking?

Must be short haired, lite shedding, over 100 lbs, and minimum drooling.

I would suggest the working dogs, and don’t mean 100 years ago. As they have been selected for their physical abilities. I raise Malakli, a huge dog with the physical capabilities of a small dog. Weigh 160-260#, 33-40″ tall. Can run 30-36 mph. Run up to 4-6 miles a day. Pull 7,000-10,500# rolling loads. Live 12-14 years. Probably the most capable defender, bred to kill … Continue Reading

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