Do Pet Ramps Really Work? Know Before You Buy ** Part 1 **

Dog Ramps are great to get your older or injured dog into a vehicle but they don’t work for all dogs. This video shows how to train your pet and get them conditioned to use the ramp. It also shows the challenge involved with the training and in some cases the heartbreak.
Tips and critical lessons learned at the end of the video.
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[@benjamin-lieb]

Great to see someone who knows how to work with a dog with love and patience.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for the very nice comment.

[@silverfrosty1869]

Not only was this meaningful and a legit quality informative video, you also were extremely rational you looked very objectively. So rare these days. Thank you!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for the very kind comments. This is a subject that really concerned me. Watch my Part 2 for the solution I found for my dog.

[@JosephineChai]

Bless your heart for your patience and love for Cosmo. I’m very touched ❤️ to see your video. Thank you 😊

[@LandingZoneHome]

Cosmo is a very sweet boy. Thank you for watching.

[@robertintexas]

My 10+ year old 100 lb dog is at this point in her life as well. We have her on pills 2x a day, and she gets an injection every 2 weeks at the vet as well. She has gotten where she won't jump on the bed any longer and the last month or so, she has balked at getting up into my truck for her vet visits. It hurts my heart, because since she was a pup, I couldn't go anywhere without her wanting to go for a ride. I bought a ramp, and I'm going to try this with her starting today. Thanks for the video

[@LandingZoneHome]

So sad. The indicator of my Cosmo having problems is when he stopped jumping on the bed. Good luck.

[@twobeards6714]

It took a week of trying to get my 12 year old lab to use the ramp. Hes a lab, so all it took was a cookie. Bandit has really bad arthritis (so do I ) but he. Loves yo ride. I'm headed out to my shop today to build a rear seat platform so hes more secure. I got the same ramp a year ago and its been a life changer. My boy weighs in at 110 lbs Good job Mr responsible pet owner.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Great success story and thank you for sharing. If you watching my second video on this subject I had to end up using steps for my Cosmo, he liked that better than the ramp.

[@twobeards6714]

@@LandingZoneHome I did watch it and I can really appreciate the dedication and love that you give you very best friend. I had an emergency run to the dog doctor yesterday. Bandit weighs just under a hundred and the ramp training was invaluable. Keep up the good work 💪

[@JackHunnicutt]

@@twobeards6714 Very glad you found the video useful. good luck.

[@calimoss]

Thank you so much for this walk through. I have a 15 year old, 75lb doggie and we just started practicing on a ramp as well. Nice job, Cosmo!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Good luck with your training and thanks for watching.

[@alisonfleming9899]

Thank you so much for the amazing review. I am dealing with a 10 year old, 72lb dog with multiple front leg and back end injuries :( . I was hoping to get her a ramp to get into my small suv and your tips are fantastic for training. Your experience with cosmo was so real. Thank you and I hope you follow up with more videos if you find a ramp that works! (You are a natural teacher)

[@LandingZoneHome]

You are so kind, thank you. I will make a follow up, hopefully in the near future.

[@realgoodbear7149]

Thank you so much for posting this. My 95lb lab has arthritis in his hips and is having trouble getting into my truck, so I'm looking for a solution. Watching you with Cosmo was exactly what I needed to see, as I'm just about positive I would have the same issues with my sweet boy. I'm going to keep researching. It was a joy to see how you interact with Cosmo, he is ADORABLE!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you so much, it is a real challenge and a lot of us are at wits end trying to keep our pets safe and comfortable. Good luck with your situation and thanks for watching.

[@SomeRandomVids4U]

I really loved your honest video. Your love for your dog is really touching to see.

[@LandingZoneHome]

I really appreciate your comment and thank you for watching. I just uploaded the Part 2 to this video which may interest you, here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4bIh35ojNecotE

[@caroleremita2321]

Know exactly where you're at. Dogs make me smile, they're so aware of their capability. I'm resolved to get my husband to build a lightweight folding ramp with a longer run up.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for the comment and good luck with your project.

[@lynnnorton9748]

This shows how much you love your Cosmo. I have had dogs also that used the ram and it is steep. Dogs that have physical condition issues like hips, elbows and knee problems it is just painful. I have a young dog 6 months old a Lab and I do not want him jumping into a car or truck because he is going to be big and don't want put wear and tear on his legs or hip joints. I want to make some steps and train him to use them and many for getting into the back seat. Thank you for the video.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Lynn you have a great plan and wish I had seen this coming. It was the jumping "down" that does the injury. Appreciate your comment and thank you for watching. BTW I do have a set of steps that I plan to try when I get some time to work with Cosmo and I'll make a video on that.

[@lisarod10]

We’ve been using couch cushions (2 thick ones) stacked on top of each other as a temporary measure to help our Rubin into the SUV. He likes going in thru the drivers side. It’s time for a ramp though. Thx for this review. Side Note: combine 1 package gelatin, 1 tablespoon of turmeric, tsp of bacon bits or shredded chicken and a cup of hot water. Mix well! Let sit over night in the fridge. Divide into 6 equal parts. 1 square per day has kept his dysplasia under control. *Use a square glass dish.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for the tip and appreciate your comment.

[@KU9L]

The portable ramp we are considering for our Beagle is a tri-fold model that is fairly compact for RV travel. Stella used a long ramp on the outside deck stairs for a couple of years while her ACL's healed, but when we retired as Campground mgrs we immediately noticed her back hips were really hurting again when jumping out of the truck or travel trailer. She gets really embarrest to be picked up & down to/from the truck & RV, but it seems to be allowing her to heal again. It will be a pain to fold & unfold them each door pass through, but if it gives her a couple of years more of quality life we are all for it. The rear seats of our F-150 folds up so the ramp can stay more shallow and she lands on tbe rubber all weather floor covering where her orthopedic bed is waiting. I hope my family is this kind to me someday in the not too distant future when I will need some assistance. Cheers!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for sharing and thanks for watching.

[@ljw2909]

I just watched your part 1 video on the dog ramp. First of all, bless your heart for being such a great pup owner. The biggest issue with these ramps is the steep incline because the ramps are not long enough to give the dog a lower incline. The WeatherTech pet ramp is great, although only about six feet long, if you have a few low steps or a lower SUV. The pet ramp has a much better surface than this PetSafe ramp that you tried. It can be out in the rain and it will still have traction because it has a grippy surface built in as well as raised ribs on it that their feet can grip onto. I can also use that ramp to easily get my dog into and out of my RAV4. I put the top end of the ramp on the rubberized bumper on the back of the car so she can get into the cargo area with no problem. She is a 60 lb. senior with arthritis, currently recovering from a shoulder injury, and she loves her ramp. With this shoulder injury, and with winter about to set in, I would really like her to be able to use the higher steps to my house that are much higher than the ones I am using for the regular WeatherTech pet ramp. So I am about to pull the trigger and buy the WeatherTech Easy Ramp. It will work well on our back steps, although it is relatively expensive at $174 including shipping, but so worth it! You might try their Easy Ramp for your big guy if you have not solved your issue already.

[@ljw2909]

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[@LandingZoneHome]

Yes, a longer ramp wouldn't be as steep. Thanks for your comment and for watching.

[@jessbee74]

Thank you for posting this. Maybe in theory a longer ramp would work because it would reach the top and have less of an incline. My 12 year old 80lb dog is beginning to suffer weakness in his back legs, which hard to watch after so many years of hiking together. (I've started him on glucosamine to help). Its interesting how long it takes them to get used to a ramp. I got my dog a pet step and he seemed almost afraid of it. I was surprised because I'm so used to seeing climb stairs and jump onto legdes when we would go on hikes.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Good luck with your pet and thanks for watching.

[@KJ-yx5lo]

Glucosamine is a wonderful supplement for joint and arthritis. I started it on my lab at first signs of hip and joint issues in my lab. Thank you for sharing Kevin

[@rxonmymind8362]

Took my Dogo Argentino to get used to it. She's five months old and it was a challenge getting into my Ford F-250 and I didn't want to chance her breaking her legs on the gap between the step up bars. The only difficulty she has is getting off the truck with it as the back seat and the ramp is a good one foot down so she paws the air to get a feeling of where the ramp is. Get a ramp with these bigger trucks it's so worth it.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Think it is better to start when they are young. Thanks!

[@dogwalker97]

There are also portable steps to help dogs get into and out of vehicles. If Cosmo is use to using steps in the house, perhaps the portable steps will work better for a vehicle.

[@LandingZoneHome]

I have seen some steps and I may have to give them a try. Thanks for the idea and thanks for watching.

[@MonaLisaSu]

What a great video, thank you so much!!! I watched your part 2 as well; also great and I'm going to try your supplement suggestions!! We adopted a senior husky and like most big dogs her backend is getting worse as she ages. We ordered the ramp you show but at the large size so it would go to at least 7 feet to cut down on the inclines. I was debating how to train her as she's quite "set in her ways" now. :0) So I thought, well, she has to go potty, so we'll lay it at the back door which forced her to walk on it to go potty. I put a chair beside it so when we opened the door, the only way out, was walking on the ramp. :0) We ensured it didn't move and kept it at the shortest length so she'd get used to it and trust that it wasn't going anywhere. We did that for almost 2 weeks with no treats needed. :0) She was hesitant at first, of course, but within about 48 hours she was walking in and out as if it wasn't there. Today was our test!!! I didn't realize how much she and I had missed going for our rides in the morning. To ensure there wasn't much of an incline, I moved the car to the front yard where we have a slight decline since we live on a little hill and put the ramp up to the door opening. This helped the ramp be a bit more level with as little an incline as possible. We didn't want a huge change from having it on the porch and take a chance she wouldn't walk on it. She walked right up it and got in the car!! Very exciting!! I used the same method letting her out of the car. I parked the car beside a curb so the ramp was again a little more level to the car. Again, in and out!! She was so excited to be going for a ride again!! We had tried steps in the past and it was still wearing on her backend and plus she'd always try to just jump out instead of going back down the steps. This ramp is fabulous!!! It fits in the trunk, and it's light weight but sturdy so it's just so great all around. Nice and wide as well. Wanted to share these few ideas with everyone and thanks again for your videos!! Wishing you and your family the best and lots of love to all the dog lovers out there!!!!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Your success story has made my day, super glad the ramp has worked out for you and you pup. The supplements have a made a world of difference on our Cosmo and hope you have success with that as well. Thank you for the posting!

[@digitalcontent6218]

Cosmo is so adorable.

[@LandingZoneHome]

We think so too :) Thanks for watching.

[@questfortraquility]

Thank you for this!

[@LandingZoneHome]

You are welcome!!

[@to5msheppard]

I loved your video. I just bought one off Amazon, but it’s a folding one with carpet because my dog has to have an ACL knee operation and she’s nine years old Labradoodle. I was watching this and I know you have part two you did a great job I think the lease should’ve been way shorter. You should’ve just grabbed her by the collar, in my opinion, I think that’s what I was gonna do a video and I’m just gonna start part two

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you so much for these comments.

[@kathet2354]

My perspective on dog training is that the dog wants to do what you want them to do, they just need to understand what it is you want them to do. Perhaps if you have a friend hold Cosmo's leash outside the truck, and you sit inside the truck with the treats and call Cosmos to come to you inside the truck then give him a big treat party for coming up the ramp. Good Luck!!!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Great tip, we did try this later on and it worked. Thank you for watching.

[@kristinpolidoro9644]

Thank you for this video, so helpful! Cosmo is adorable. 😍

[@LandingZoneHome]

You are so welcome. Cosmo and I thank you for watching. :)

[@jmulder6294]

EXCELLENT video! Thank you for this!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Very glad you liked it and thank you for watching.

[@w.patterson4413]

Most ramps seem to want a flat surface - like your running board or the bed of your truck. That and a lower incline, as folks have mentioned, along with an amenable dog. We had a plott hound and used a ramp into the bank of our Outback. We were lucky that she did so well (1/2)

[@LandingZoneHome]

I agree.

[@ExcMARK20916]

I think in this case the longer 3 piece ramp might be better. This video was very helpful.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Appreciate the commend and thanks for watching.

[@scubes8987]

Great demonstration. Thanks for doing this.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for watching.

[@ratb9362]

Thank you for a great video

[@LandingZoneHome]

You are most welcome and thank you for watching.

[@ratb9362]

@@LandingZoneHome you are amazing with your dog😊

[@sherryhowell8697]

Awesome pet owner you are sir

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for the very kind comment and for watching.

[@jimsmith6766]

I glued outside carpet to the 3 separate sections that gives my dog better contact to the surface.

[@LandingZoneHome]

That helps. Thanks for sharing.

[@georged1085]

I think I’m gonna try the weather tech easy ramp, hopefully the incline is gradual enough

[@LandingZoneHome]

Sounds good.

[@michaela9472]

Liked the idea of testing it first on level ground then slowly increasing the incline. Perhaps after Cosmo has been on his Meds for a month or two and feeling less pain he'll be less apprehensive. My Vet recently prescribed Covetrus' Glucosamine with Chondroitin and MSM plus for Barkley's arthritic symptoms as well as Carprofen (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) for pain to be used as needed. Thanks for the video!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Cosmo is on Cosequin which appears to be very similar to what you have and a fish oil supplement. As needed an anti-inflammatory too. All sounds familiar :) I haven't tried him again and I'll put this in my next video but the bottom line is I don't want to get several days from home and he decide to stop using the ramp. I would be in a pickle then. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching.

[@1234EWig]

I've used pet massage and rubbing alcohol as an ointment for my pet's joints and spine. I like infusing solomon's seal root in the alcohol first, but plain probably also works :-)

[@LandingZoneHome]

Great tip. Appreciate your commend and thanks for watching.

[@lyndaholt9429]

Look into Pet Loader. I have one for my rottweiler for the semi. He loves it.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Okay, thanks for the tip.

[@michelles6]

Great video

[@LandingZoneHome]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@VikkiG1970]

I have the same issue. My dog is 75kgs and though the ramp is sturdy, he won't walk on it. He is 2yrs old. I'm thinking maybe the stairs might be better. Thank you for your video...all the best to you and your beautiful boy Cosmo 🌹

[@LandingZoneHome]

I have just purchased a set of folding steps and will be making a video soon on how my dog does. Stay tuned... and thanks for watching.

[@donnabethune2454]

Good try Cosmo! Hopefully y’all got this worked out and are out camping again! God bless you both🙏

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you so much Donna. For now Cosmo is fixed up with a very nice in-home dog sitter. Unfortunately the ramp did not work for us. Thank you for watching.

[@kellyl11082]

I know this video was made years ago but thank you it’s helping me think of ways to work with my 4 year old lab who is resistant to everything lol. How is Cosmo doing ? ❤

[@LandingZoneHome]

Very glad you found the video useful and good luck with your Lab. My Cosmo is doing great, he is using the folding steps that you can see in the Part 2 video. But frankly I think the supplements he takes eases his pain and give him more confidence. Thank you for the comment and for watching.

[@kellyl11082]

@@LandingZoneHome I’m having a hard time right now as I lost my job due to some health issues and don’t currently have an income. I’ll figure it out but I can’t afford to buy yet another “maybe” product. I’ve already bought every ramp made in different styles. Lol. Literally. I do feel and pray that stairs are going to be my golden ticket, it’s my last hope. I keep looking online to see if anybody’s looking to donate theirs or sell them for a very low price but till then the unrelenting crisis continues.

[@dianelannom5489]

Thank you. Great video! I tried that same type of ramp for my chocolate lab. We need to get him into a truck but tried first on the ground like you did, worked great. I tried a small incline into our mini van and he did exactly what Cosmo did...went around it. Then he wanted nothing to do with it. Have you heard of The Pet Loader? It's portable stairs. They look well built, sturdy and may work. I think that's what we'll be trying next. They have different sizes for different needs. Good luck to you and Cosmo. He's adorable!

[@LandingZoneHome]

My next step was to get stairs and I'll look for the pet loader. Stay tuned for that video. Thanks for the comment and for watching. Good luck with your Lab.

[@KarenAndersen-yl4xr]

Try having a person Cosmos knows sitting on the seat encouraging him with a treat, to come up the ramp.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Great suggestion; we actually did this and it helps. Thanks.

[@akrevitz3835]

Put a block under the lowest part of the ramp

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@64maxpower]

That's a nice ramp. Good job training

[@LandingZoneHome]

It is very study. Thanks for watching.

[@brianpearl7504]

I feel like I need to teach my dog to use this ramp now to get in my truck while she is still young before dotage sets in. Maybe she will be used to using it before she becomes an old girl.

[@LandingZoneHome]

This is an excellent idea and which I had started earlier. I also wish I had started the Cosequin and Fish Oil sooner. Thanks for your comment and Good luck.

[@JonathanBaileyn2u]

Thank you both so much for this. Happy trails and tails.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you Jonathan for the kind comment and for watching.

[@hsinhuang7779]

Thank you so much for the video. I guess I just need to keep on searching for my 130lb Brutus.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Good luck and thank you for watching.

[@AliceNaquin]

thank you so much. my dog is an excitable and stubborn 75lb. two year old basset. I'm thinking he will balk at this also. may try the stairs first. appreciate your advice and honesty.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Appreciate your commend. I too would like to try the steps but not sure I want to commit the $$ at this point. Have tried to find a manufacture that would let me borrow a set to do a video but no luck. Thanks for watching.

[@Worcestershire321]

So sorry that this didn’t work out for Cosmo and you. My Rotterman is now at a similar stage where he needs assistance getting in and out of my vehicle, and he’s 120lbs so I’ve just ordered a ramp. Hopefully it’ll work for him. Stay safe.

[@LandingZoneHome]

I wish you the best and sincerely hope the ramp works for you. Thanks for watching.

[@asherdog9248]

We have a 5 YO American Standard Poodle that we are trying to get in a 4WD truck. Not wanting to invest in a ramp until I know he will use it, I have been testing with 2x6s I nailed doubble width. He won't climb up it either. Its too steep and shaky.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Yes, I know the problem. You might try portable steps. Thanks for watching.

[@rustyhill9156]

What a sweetheart!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Yes he is 😀

[@dawnelizabeth8561]

Hi, late to the show I know but perhaps if you were in the truck Cosmo would come to you. It works with my pups. Also, pet safe makes a longer and wider ramp that telescopes which I am going to try. A bit more expensive but worth it to have pups safe and sound. Best of Luck 🍀

[@LandingZoneHome]

I appreciate your suggestions Dawn, I'm still working on it. Thanks for watching.

[@CoCotheTurtle]

I am going to try a few things with my older dog. I need to see if an 8' length will make a nice, gradual incline. I also might try to have the ramp end on a half-size wood pallet, instead of on the ground, which would reduce the incline, and let him take a small step down at the end. I feel I will end up building something, as the ones for sale on Amazon have videos that show they are way too wobbly!

[@LandingZoneHome]

For me, size and weight is a big issue since it will be loaded and stored in the back of my truck. I still have not found a solution yet. Thanks for watching.

[@DAH81-hh2hu]

Thanks for your great video. I have an old dog that can no longer jump in my car and was thinking of getting a ramp as well, but I am pretty sure my dog is very much like yours. I wonder if you walked up the ramp ahead of him with a leash if that would work? Take care 😊

[@LandingZoneHome]

I think your dog would like that method but for me it would be difficult getting in the small door opening. Also check my channel for the most recent video on this subject where I show how my dog likes the steps better than the ramp. Thank you for the comment.

[@JenD02]

WeatherTech EasyRamp...It takes up more room but but has worked for my dog, he refused to use the normal ramp style.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Apprecite the recommendation and thanks for watching.

[@hermanjefferies68]

Very Good!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you Herman for your comment and for watching. If you are working with your pet I wish you great success.

[@amylynn5141]

My senior pup won't go on an incline that high either. :/

[@LandingZoneHome]

its a real challenge. Thank you for watching.

[@big_red_machine3547]

I’m going to make a shopping bag sling for my old black lab. (Cut sides out of reusable bag and use to lift his ass end up into the truck) Would be a cheap fix if it works!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Sounds like a good plan, good luck. Thank you for watching.

[@big_red_machine3547]

@@LandingZoneHome Actually the shopping bag trick worked! I first lifted his front end up to the seat, then slid the sling back to the rear and hoisted his hind end. He did the rest. Saved the $300! Now that I know that it works, I’m going to make a full sling with padded supports, nylon straps and quick release buckles ( possibly with leg and pee-pee cutouts) I’m sure you’re old boy would allow you to use one too.)They also sell these types of harnesses on Amazon etc

[@JackHunnicutt]

@@big_red_machine3547 Grest success story, thanks for sharing.

[@wolfgangillgen3756]

OMG! I had purchased the same ramp. My doggy keeps refusing to walk up that ramp. Have you found a solution yet? Thank you for the video.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Its all inside the dogs head, he/she has to feel comfortable to use the ramp, stairs or anything strange to them. Take it slowly with baby steps and use treats. If you feel they have given up just take a break for a couple of weeks or longer then try again. Sometimes two people can do this better than one, one to lead the dog the other to get inside the vehicle and hold a treat or toy to encourage the pet. Good luck and please subscribe to my channel and share this video with your pet owner friends. :)

[@general2605]

Good try for Cosmo!

[@LandingZoneHome]

This is Part 1 so we are not giving up yet but thank you very much for your positive comment and for watching.

[@craigmelissa12]

Is there a Part 2? I have the same truck and trying to solve this issue too. Thanks

[@LandingZoneHome]

Not yet. I have the steps but just haven't had time to work on training and to make the video. Sorry for the delay.

[@mrmartin2079]

@@LandingZoneHomehave you come up with a solution yet ? I have a boxer girl that I need to find some solution for

[@LandingZoneHome]

@@mrmartin2079 Yes at least for me. Here is the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4bIh35ojNecotE

[@crazycrab8578]

having to make a ramp, reason, there are no ramps on the market that will do the job, due to the rear passenger door and wheel arch, the door only opens to around 70% of the way, so the ramp has to be made at an angle to fit in the gap, if that makes sense

[@LandingZoneHome]

It is a challenge at best especially with a vehicle as high as my 4x4 truck. Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching.

[@bethroberts8549]

Weather Tech Easy Ramp looks like it might have a more gradual incline. Might be less intimidating for your pup.

[@LandingZoneHome]

A longer ramp would be less incline but becomes difficult to store when traveling. The ramp in the video is one of the longest available on Amazon. Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@BadKittyNoMilk]

maybe walk up the ramp and have the pup follow you. I had to get into a dog bathtub recently so my 100Lb dog would get in with me then i jumped out. =) We couldn't get him to get in the tub. Heck no. you can also get in the truck and have someone walk the pup up the ramp if the dog sees someone familiar in the truck they may follow. thanks for trying. =)

[@LandingZoneHome]

So many options as long as the pet is will. Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@grateful1929]

I clicked on the link that was supposed to show the ramp but it showed some kind of propane hose.

[@LandingZoneHome]

My mistake, thank you for the notification. I have updated the link: amzn.to/3wWnEBL

[@grateful1929]

@@LandingZoneHome You're welcome!

[@blackboss63737]

Try a step ramp

[@LandingZoneHome]

I purchased folding steps several weeks ago and hope to give them a try tomorrow. Appreciate your comment and thank you for watching.

[@tangents6299]

@@LandingZoneHome alrighty! Cosmo needs you:)

[@robertwilliams5618]

My dog is 13 and 120 pounds and def needs a lower incline he can't get in the car :(

[@LandingZoneHome]

Hopefully your auto isn't as high as my truck. Thanks for watching and good luck with your pooch. :)

[@robertwilliams5618]

@@LandingZoneHome I've got a Honda Accord so yes it's lower to the ground but when I click the link to the ramp all the pictures show it as a trunk style ramp instead of a side door ramp it is even made for cars and side doors cuz I know you had some issue with it and is there a part two to this video

[@robertwilliams5618]

@@LandingZoneHome ?

[@JackHunnicutt]

@@robertwilliams5618 Not yet, hopefully in the future.

[@robertwilliams5618]

@@JackHunnicutt what about my question about the ramp dude

[@JournalofaWarriorsJourney]

Thanks for posting this! I think you did everything you could regarding getting her used to walking on it before the truck test but I wonder if a harness would’ve helped? Since you did open it up for suggestions :-) I currently have a Dodge grand Caravan and we use a telescopic ramp that is about 15 inches width walking room. Our 12 year old golden retriever has some significant hind end mobility issues. The grade is not bad for the dodge caravan but we are looking at a 1500 Ram now… I’m wondering if it’s gonna work for her. It does have a crew cab and the ability to make a flat surface by lifting up the backseats. My husband is not worried about it but of course I am. The only thing different that we do is that Libby lives in a “help ‘em up harness”. She has three steps out of the house to do potty and when she’s really struggling, we use the ramp but I always have both hands on her harness on steps / ramps so I’m helping guide her without using a leash or her collar. She is treat motivated too so that helps! I was actually able to buy one of those for her off a man on eBay who’s dog didn’t adjust to it so I got a significant discount since “help em up” does not allow returns. I don’t know if you were able to finally get your pupper in there but since you opened it up to suggestions I figured I would comment 🙂.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thank you for the suggestion, I haven't used a harness on Cosmo before but I'll consider that. I do plan on a Part 2 video and this is something to think about Thanks for watching and good luck with your pup.

[@JournalofaWarriorsJourney]

@@LandingZoneHome that’s great! I’ll be watching!

[@woody1pa903]

i know this is a old video , but people please be careful using these ramps with a black top . they get very very hot for the dogs paws ..

[@LandingZoneHome]

Thanks for the comment.

[@annazlegrie333]

What is the ramp make please?

[@LandingZoneHome]

The one I featured in the video is no longer available but here is one very similiar. amzn.to/49WkmkS

[@w.patterson4413]

We now have a beagle who's undergone back surgery so no jumping for the rest of her life. Your ramp might work for car and porch. Sorry it didn't work for Cosmo. (2/2)

[@LandingZoneHome]

Sorry to her about your beagle, wish you the best with that. And you are correct about the ramp probably working on a lower surface. Thanks you for watching.

[@grateful1929]

I am a 65 year old woman. I have two dogs one at 58 lbs and one at 32 lbs. I have a 2005 Kia Sorento and a 2013 Chevy Tahoe. 98% of the time I ride them in my Kia. The problem is the bigger one can put her paws on the back seat floorboard but she's getting older and she can't pull herself up onto the seat. I always have to grab her hind legs and shove her on to the seat. It really hurts my back. The smaller one I have to literally pick him up and put him in. I would like to try this but I wonder how steep it would be going up to the actual seat in the Kia. I really need help with this. I need something that they can walk up and get in.

[@LandingZoneHome]

To get an understand of the how steep it would be use a board or stick from the ground up to the inside location. My situation was too steep and my dog would not go up even with treats. It can be a real challenge. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@grateful1929]

@@LandingZoneHome That's a good idea. I'm just stressed because they love to go bye bye. It's just getting tougher to get them in and out.

[@ChristophPuetz]

I am in a very similar situation as you are. I tried sone foldable doggie steps and she gets into the truck, but getting out safely is a big challenge. I did not see a part II video. What did you end up doing for Cosmo?

[@LandingZoneHome]

I have some steps but have not had the time to give them a try. Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@lesliedaniels5525]

Try putting a ribbed rug over the surface. I did this and secured with a hot glue gun. I have a 10 and a half year old overweight beagle and that made all the difference. he did not like the sandpaper surface on his feet.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Great tip Leslie, appreciate the comment and thanks for watching.

[@dmalikat]

Any luck with trying it later?

[@LandingZoneHome]

I'll be trying portable steps in a few weeks and will make a video on the results. Appreciate your commend and thank you for watching.

[@drewstewart7314]

My dogs didn’t go for it either

[@LandingZoneHome]

Dogs have their own mind. Appreciate your comment Drew and thanks for watching. I will be doing a part 2 so please subscribe so you don't miss that. :)

[@abacoejenks]

I think those ramps are too steep for dogs with arthritis

[@LandingZoneHome]

I agree. Thanks for watching.

[@robertwilliams5618]

Which sucks bc those are the dogs that need them lol

[@CaliGuy101]

Put treats along the path! And don’t use the leash!

[@LandingZoneHome]

Good idea, thanks for watching.

[@user-cz2md9wn3n]

It's best to teach dogs to use ramps when they're pups, in preparation for their old age.

[@LandingZoneHome]

I agree if you have that option. Thanks for watching.

[@angelacheng3766]

I wish Cosmo is not overweight…

[@LandingZoneHome]

Yep, that helps.

[@AkunamatataCCCP]

You don't love your dog and pressure him

[@LandingZoneHome]

Ok

[@e.s.5872]

Do they have for seniors?

[@LandingZoneHome]

Senior dogs have plenty of issues.

[@rxonmymind8362]

Try it with grand kids if you have them. Have them in the truck calling Cosmo. That might help.

[@LandingZoneHome]

Haha, never thought of that. Thanks for watching.

[@angelasoderland3028]

Such love and devotion for your wonderful dog! ❤️ I have a mini Australian Shepherd 22 lbs. I need some kind of system to load her into the back seat carrier of my SUV. I don’t know what would be good. I don’t want a heavy ramp. Would you recommend this ramp?

[@LandingZoneHome]

If you pet is willing to use the ramp it will work, however for a smaller 22 lbs (maybe you mistyped the number) pet it is probably an overkill. Thank you for watching and good luck with your pup.

[@angelasoderland3028]

Well I’m a senior citizen and picking up a 22 lb. dog isn’t good for me to do anymore. She also now prefers to JUMP down. I don’t want her to develop problems or hurt herself. She is a young dog, so I do want to take good care of her and hopefully she won’t have issues later on in her life with mobility.