Dog Ramp?

[The Libertine]

Hey guys - I need your help!

Our “Pandemic Puppy” (English Cream Golden Retriever), while only 8 months old, now weighs ~60 pounds and am considering a ramp to make it easy for him to enter/exit the X5.

There are plenty of dog ramps on the market, but each with a negative review for every positive one I read; very frustrating, and difficult to select one for our dog. Also, the rear door opening on the X5 is fairly narrow which adds a bit of complexity to the choice.

So, I figured I would ask my X5 brethren: do any of you have a dog ramp you recommended? If so, which one?

Appreciate your thoughts!

[scotty339]

WeatherTech makes a decent one.
https://www.weathertech.ca/en/petramp/

PetSafe Happy Ride also worth a look also it a telescoping build instead of a split fold.
https://store.petsafe.net/happy-ride...299.1625190369

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by scotty339

WeatherTech makes a decent one.
https://www.weathertech.ca/en/petramp/

PetSafe Happy Ride also worth a look also it a telescoping build instead of a split fold.
https://store.petsafe.net/happy-ride...299.1625190369

Thank you very much!

[Bagpype]

We bought some folding stairs for our 13 year old big dog. They are hefty and expensive but work really well since he doesn’t do ramps.

[chumbedi]

Look at AMAZON (you'll find plenty) and read reviews, most important it should be sturdy (max. 1 fold, rough surface, side walls, not too steep incline) and your dog has to be trained/ get used to using the ramp.
You can only try them out and see which one is best and accepted by the dog.
I personally would try out the weather tech model, had similar one, unfortunatelly my dog did not want to use it.

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by Bagpype

We bought some folding stairs for our 13 year old big dog. They are hefty and expensive but work really well since he doesn’t do ramps.

Stairs are also a good idea too - will try if the ramp does not work.

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by chumbedi

I personally would try out the weather tech model, had similar one, unfortunatelly my dog did not want to use it.

You’re right - dogs can be stubborn about trying new things! I think we’ll need to do a bit of coaxing with our dog, but am hopeful he will eventually use the ramp. We’re actually using a trainer now, who I expect will be able to help.

[scotty339]

Originally Posted by The Libertine

You’re right - dogs can be stubborn about trying new things! I think we’ll need to do a bit of coaxing with our dog, but am hopeful he will eventually use the ramp. We’re actually using a trainer now, who I expect will be able to help.

I've always found that for teaching a dog to go up/down stairs or a ramp that luring always works best.

Favourite treats or other high value like foods (small piece of uncooked hot dog are a favourite for my three) should your dog be food motivated. A preferred toy will also do the job.

If crating in the vehicle as well, let them practice getting in and out with the most space possible so they know whats up and then slowly introduce them going into the desired final position.

Also, unbox / open the ramp / stairs int the house and leave em around for a few days. Reward your dog when they sniff or show interest or walk on it. Have them walk on it in the house, feel the grip different material ect. That way when you do the vehicle training, its old news.

Do not open the ramp in front of your dog by the vehicle and then try and shove him in the car 5 seconds later. I promise it probably wont go as well.