The Hewitt and Blue large dog ramp probably looks like another ‘also ran’ because it looks the same, works the same and is made from the same stuff as most other ramps we’ve reviewed and perhaps they are, but in our eyes it’s a bloody good one. You can, however, find some stairs which are long enough to get out of cars, boats and SUVs if you really wanted to just be aware that they are not very portable, not nearly as strong and still give your dog a lot of work to do to get up and down. We can’t think of many reasons you’d ever go for stairs over ramps for outdoor use to be honest. Places where dog ramps can be used These aren’t necessarily used for elderly dogs or dogs with joint problems as they are also handy for toy breeds to use to get up and down furniture such as beds. We would class this as a luxury product and not a necessity really. Dog training For a load of reasons, we wouldn’t recommend not using a proper ramp with anti slip material when it comes to marine transport. To help get around indoors A dog ramp can help create a stable bridge between land and sea and minimise the risk of an unnecessary accident. Even if your dog is fit, capable and healthy the change of movement caused by a body of water can catch them out. Short legged breeds

Anyway, what you’ve got here is a dog ramp that doesn’t have any metal in it whatsoever and made using only plastic. It feels very rubbery but it is quite strong and can handle most breeds of dog up to perhaps Labradors. Much larger ‘giant’ breeds should not be using this. This guide is specifically for dog ramps and not steps so if you’re looking for steps only then you’re going to be disappointed. However, we still wanted to add some information to help distinguish between the two and why someone may want one over the other. Pet Gear Tri-Fold is the best dog ramp for cars in 2023. It’s highly-reviewed by most dog owners thanks to its lightweight and durable build that makes the product easy to carry around. Additionally, the ramp’s surface is very comfortable on the dog’s paws and skid-proof. We’ll look at the ramps first, then a ramp buying guide with the most common ramp questions so you decide which ramp is best for you and your furry friend. A folding dog ramp is one where there are two or four hinges in the ramp to allow it to fold together to save space. When it’s needed to be used it just uncurls into position. These are some of the most common types of ramps as well as the most reliable provided the hinges are sturdy and made of rust resistant materials.Sports Utility Vehicles and Crossovers have a higher ride than usual cars and are a bit of a climb to get out even for the biggest of dogs. A dog ramp makes it an easy transition from the car to the ground. Even if your dog can get out of the SUV themselves, jarring the jump causes the joints and muscles can take its toll over time and lead to problems further down the line. A few people use dog ramps and stairs to help their dog reach greater heights indoors. However, all dog ramps used in this scenario were made of soft materials and not the same kind of dog ramps that the bulk of this buyer’s guide describes.

What we like about it is that it has guide rails on the side to make it easier for inexperienced ramp dogs to navigate. It of course also features an ant slip surface which is ideal if you’re looking for a solution for dogs with mobility issues that need to take it nice and slow. The materials used are aluminium and plastic which is really high quality and protects itself from rust and degrading over time, although it’s not invulnerable if it’s constantly stored improperly. In addition, it has foam pads on both sides to both give it grip when in use and to protect the car’s body paint from damage if they are coming out of a car. The RayGar dog ramp is a strong and durable plastic dog ramp that’s a softer approach to consider. Immediately you can see it looks similar to the trixie dog petwalk except this one is bi folding and a little more rugged to handle being used outside. The main reason we’ve included it is just to make sure we have a ramp for every taste and this is the only one that looks like this and can be used outdoors.What you will get is a nice and grippy dog ramp that’s somewhat stylish, cheap (great) and sturdy enough for some of the uses highlighted in the above image galleries. If you have a small dog that struggles to get up and down furniture either in the home or in the garden but you don’t want some garish dog ramp like most of the others in this list then this is the perfect one. It’s made entirely of plastic and weighs less than 3kg which is pretty much like air. It’s got a nice curved rubber hook at the top which curves and allows easy entry for the pooch and at the bottom it has a no slip base so no need to worry if you have slidey laminate flooring.

The Petstep Original Folding Ramp folds in half for storage in small places and sports non-slip stabilizers on each end to grip steadily to most surfaces. Made of easy-clean plastic, you can use it inside or outside your home with no worries of moisture retention, which can weaken the construction. On both ends, it comes with an angled rubber hook which grips well to a car with a decent lip and also comes with a safety attachment cable to give you added peace of mind. This rubber grip won’t cause damage to your car’s bodywork if you don’t have rubber boot lip protectors. On the face of it, a dog ramp is a seriously simple product with little differences between one product and another. However, there is a difference between a good and a great dog ramp and the focus of this buyer’s guide is to help you separate the wheat from the chaff so that the dog ramp you end up buying is the best for your needs, the dog’s needs, your budget and the purpose you need it for. A dog ramp made for boats is not going to be the best dog ramp for SUVs and so on.It’s very lightweight coming at 4.5kg and the rubber entrances and exits protect your car from scratches. The folding mechanism is handy but with it only being bi-folding it is still rather big when collapsed. The cons, which we must make sure to include is that folded it does take up a bit more space than some of the other traditional metal choices so bare that in mind especially if you don’t have a generous boot. Along with this, remember that this is made of wood which is a natural product and can weaken with age and may need ongoing treatment especially to protect the wood from rot which it can attract when it is used in the wet. With so many dog ramps to choose from, it can be overwhelming narrowing down which is best for you and your dog. But we’ve done the research for you, and here are the ramps we consider the best value and construction to meet most dog needs. We’re not gonna lie, the Gen7 Natural -Step dog and cat ramp is straight off the bat not the best performing dog ramp on our curated list. It is most definitely not a bad product as it does exactly what you need it to do but the high cost and below exemplary performance means that there are a couple which are better, overall. If you’re a pet parent wondering whether your dog will willingly accept the ramp, here is a video that explains how to teach your pooch to safely use one.