1. Author’s Choice

This PetSafe ramp is built for large dog breeds. Mount it in the trunk or back seat and they’ll quickly become adapted.

Pros:

• Can support the weight of large dogs (150-pounds max)
• Narrow enough to be mounted on the back seat when dogs move in and out of vehicles
• Stores fast (only needs to be folded once)

Cons:

• The grip may not be sturdy enough to keep large dogs from randomly sliding

2. Peoples’s Choice

This Pet Gear Tri-Fold Ramp is a compact ramp for large dog breeds. With an integrated hand it is simple to fold-unfold and carry.

Pros:

• Can support the weight of large dogs (200-pounds max)
• Safety tether is included
• Ideal for almost all types of cars

Cons:

• The grip may not be sturdy enough to keep large dogs from randomly sliding

3. Premium Choice

This platform will help any dog that’s recovering from an injury walk smoothly into and out of your vehicle. You can buy one with more and fewer steps, in accordance with the size of your K9 friend.

Pros:

• Folds up by pressing
• Sold in three, four, and five step variations
• The surface is carpet and never too harsh on the soles of a dog’s feet

Cons:

• While a convenience for dogs, the weight could become a nuisance for disabled pet owners

4. Best Lightweight

These steps can fold quickly, and not a strain to pick up either. You can change the height that better matches your dog, so try it out if they are not too heavy.

Pros:

• Has a total weight that’s less than ten pounds
• Height is adjustable; can be lowered from its initial measurements
• Doesn’t move when pets climb up the stairs

Cons:

• May break if the dog’s weight is over 40 pounds

5. Best Foldable

The WeatherTech PetRamp has an amazing grip, although the walking width is quite narrow. It’s best for medium-sized dogs or anyone that needs something that won’t corrode fast.

Pros:

• Has a high weight capacity
• Not too much force needed to fold it in
• Not susceptible to rust

Cons:

• The width is narrow and may move when large dogs walk across the ramp

Dog Car Ramps and Stairs – Buyer’s Guide

If you have an old, sick or disabled dog, or maybe he is just afraid of jumping into a car, and you need an assistance device, let’s see what to look for:

• Ramp or Steps (Stairs)

There are two types of assistance: ramps and steps (stairs). Steps are more comfortable to climb, no risk of slopping down. But ramps are more compact, lightweight and easy to fold. Plus older dogs may have problems with climbing the stairs.

• Type of Car

There are ramps and steps suitable for any type of car, back or side car entrance. Usually they do not have any upper fixation. Pay attention if this is ok for you.  There are some special ones for back or side entrance, with appropriate stability fixation. If your car is high, but ramp is too short, it will be too steep to climb up in the end. So pay attention to the length of the ramp as well.

• Stability

It your put climbs up slowly you may not need any fixation of the ramp or side rails for stability. But if this is an active puppy better choose ramps and stairs with upper fixation, railing and wider design.

• Weight of Dog

The weigh capacity of ramps and steps is different. Check this parameter and compare with your pet’s weight.

• Weight of Ramp

Lightweight ramps are very good for cars. You can put it in and out several times, and not to feel tired. Especially if you are not a strong and powerful man 🙂 But pay attention that lightweight ramps may loose on stability and weight capacity.

• Compact Folding and Telescoping

The ramp and especially stairs are rather big to fit in the car. Pay attention how small the construction becomes when not in use. Some rams are two or tri fold and you need a flat space in the car to store it, like on the seat. Some ramps and steps are converted into a small suitcase and are best portable.

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