The gossamer packs comes with a small pad that can be used exclusively for the backing. I can use both my POE and the torso pad since the torso pad only adds like .4 oz.
I still am debating hammocks. I think the only reason why I don't do it, is because I am beginning to see that my dog might be my only backpacking companion and it wouldn't be good to leave her alone below me. Hammocks do seem like the way to go. I am all about sleeping comfortably and I haven't heard anything negative about them (except non forested enviroments not working...but that is a mute point).
Depending on the size of the dog, it can easily get in most hammocks with you, and there's some extra warmth. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Some people's dogs appear to have no troubles sleeping on their own pad under the tarp/hammock. A two person hammock like the ENO double would probably suit a person and a big dog well enough.
Most hammocks also double as a bivy. The Claytor in particular seems suited to this. Hennessy hammocks can be propped up with trekking poles as a bivy/bugnet. Check out the manufacturer websites for pictures.
Not that I'm on the sales team for hammocking, just saying there are options.
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