Carolyn Pike Roman wrote 04/02/2016 08:38 AM Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations #400533 - 04/02/2016 08:38 AM
Carolyn Pike Roman Webboard User Reg: 03-20-2007 Posts: 559 Loc: San Antonio, TX Offline	My two are getting to the point where they can't jump up into the back of my crv anymore. I'm not strong enough to lift either of them completely without one of us risking injury. I've been looking at dog ramps on Amazon- anyone have recommendations for one that is a good size for a 95lb gsd? I looked at some steps at my local petco but they were puny... I want something that feels stable so they are more likely to actually use it. Thanks for any suggestions for or against. Carolyn
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Anne Jones wrote 04/02/2016 03:54 PM Re: Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations [Re: Carolyn Pike Roman ] #400534 - 04/02/2016 03:54 PM
Anne Jones Webboard User Reg: 04-29-2004 Posts: 3825 Loc: Northeast Offline	Hi Carolyn. I bought a deluxe telescoping pet ramp from outsmart ( on line) for my Nissan titan crew cab pick up when my female's back got bad. It is 13 lbs & says it holds 400 lbs. Though I doubt you'd be testing that. Expands from 39 to 72 inches. Ship ticket still on the box says $ 114. It was a couple if year's ago...So it will be a bit more today. Made by solvit. I later used it on my deck steps for her to be able to eliminate 4 of the steps for her going up & down. It was outside in the new England weather for several months with no problem or damage. It has a sticky tread that works in all temps & wet & dry conditions. I'd start with it flat on the ground & elevate a little at a time ( before placing it on the vehicle if you have a dog that it not used to walking on all kinds of surfaces , heights , wiggly footing etc. I even walked on it a ftvew times. It worked well for me. Hope this helps. MY DOGS...MY RULES
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Bob Scott wrote 04/02/2016 10:46 PM Re: Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations [Re: Carolyn Pike Roman ] #400535 - 04/02/2016 10:46 PM
Bob Scott Moderator Reg: 06-14-2002 Posts: 7417 Loc: St. Louis Mo Offline	I built a wooden ramp out of a 1/2" thick by 12" wide by 5'long piece of plywood. I put 1"x2" cleats across the ramp for something the dog can get a grip on. On the bottom I have two 4' long pieces of aluminum angle to minimize flexing. These fit easily in my Pontiac Vibe. I'm to dern old to be lifting my older (12yr) GSD into the back. My 9yr old (next month) GSD still acts like a 6 month old, goofy Lab pup. I think he could jump over the Vibe if he wanted. old dogs LOVE to learn new tricks
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Carol Blumlein wrote 04/03/2016 01:29 PM Re: Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations [Re: Carolyn Pike Roman ] #400536 - 04/03/2016 01:29 PM
Carol Blumlein Webboard User Reg: 03-29-2012 Posts: 421 Loc: Offline	Hi Carolyn, I really love the Solvit folding ramp. It works for my 90lb. GSD who has a terrible rear. The ramp folds in half and is super easy to carry and store. I had previously tried many others, but this one is the best and easiest to use. Got it on Amazon for around 85 bucks. Forgot to add, I believe the weight max is around 250lbs.
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Anne Jones wrote 04/03/2016 11:04 PM Re: Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations [Re: Carolyn Pike Roman ] #400543 - 04/03/2016 11:04 PM
Anne Jones Webboard User Reg: 04-29-2004 Posts: 3825 Loc: Northeast Offline	I meant petsmart .....stupid self correct. MY DOGS...MY RULES
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Carol Blumlein wrote 04/04/2016 12:45 AM Re: Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations [Re: Carolyn Pike Roman ] #400547 - 04/04/2016 12:45 AM
Carol Blumlein Webboard User Reg: 03-29-2012 Posts: 421 Loc: Offline	I just realized, the one I have is the cheaper, lighter version of Anne's. But it is still great and very portable1
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Carolyn Pike Roman wrote 04/04/2016 06:26 PM Re: Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations [Re: Carolyn Pike Roman ] #400552 - 04/04/2016 06:26 PM
Carolyn Pike Roman Webboard User Reg: 03-20-2007 Posts: 559 Loc: San Antonio, TX Offline	Thanks you guys, this is just what I needed! Best to all- C
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Anne Jones wrote 04/04/2016 10:46 PM Re: Looking for vehicle ramp recommendations [Re: Carolyn Pike Roman ] #400553 - 04/04/2016 10:46 PM
Anne Jones Webboard User Reg: 04-29-2004 Posts: 3825 Loc: Northeast Offline	Mine does not fold at all.....it telescopes out only. I went with it due to the extra height of the truck plus the crates were on a platform that we made that elevated the crates another 4+ inches above the floor of the back seat area. I removed the back seat to put the crates in there. I used to travel a lot for training with my dogs. MY DOGS...MY RULES
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