A boy and his dog an American icon. As each ages, health factors interfere
with mobility. When pets are physically restricted from jumping on furniture or
getting into vehicles and lifting is a problem for their owners, dog ramps and
dog stairs can make most areas attainable.
Step Right Up!
Has Fluffy gone flabby and can't jump up on furniture or into vehicles? Perhaps
arthritis or hip dysplasia has impaired movement. Sixty-eight million or 60% of
the dog population suffer from these conditions. Dog ramps and stairs help animals
remain interactive with their families.
Some breeds are susceptible to joint and spine injuries because of short legs
or long spines. Regardless of age, when a dog jumps from any height, the impact
landing causes stress on hips, back, legs and shoulders. Dog ramps and dog stairs
can eliminate damage. |  |
Pampered Pooches
Animals do not recognize handicaps and immediately compensate for their losses.
Dog ramps and stairs help them remain independent. The ultimate device to reinstate
mobility is a dog ramp. Angled properly, the animal is simply walking at an incline
or decline with no impact.
The next best solution is dog stairs. Although there is still impact when descending
2-4 steps, it is a minimal degree. Dog stairs come in colors and styles that blend
nicely with decors, while dog ramps fold for storage and some can double for human
access into boats and motor homes.
Training Fluffy to use dog ramps and dog stairs is simple: treats to lure up and
down and a lot of praise.
Managing the Elements
Dog ramps are beneficial for ailing pets and a valuable preventative for healthy
pets. These features are essential.
" Easy handling/storage lightweight/with a handle.
" Safety - non-skid surface/front and rear stabilizer bars and side
railings.
" Weight Capacity Consider the dog's weight. Choose a dog ramp rated
for 200 pounds or more.
Lifting large, squirming pets causes injuries to back, neck and shoulders of
pet owners. Dog ramps and dog stairs reduce injuries and medical expenses.
