Does your dog enjoy taking trips in your vehicle with you? Do you need a convenient way to load your pet in your car when you go to the veterinarian? Did you know that pet ramps are not the only solution to this problem?
There are dog steps for cars available that work just as well for getting your dog in and out of your vehicle conveniently. Allowing your dog to jump in and especially out of your suv or truck is an unnecessary chance you are taking that could easily injure your pet. These outdoor pet stairs will not only make it safer for your pet, but you as well if you are lifting your dog each time. Don't risk injury to both you and your pet by trying to load them into a car or suv by picking them up each time.
Certain pet stairs have been designed for the specific task of helping you get your dog in and out of vehicles safely. Whether you are trying to load your dog in the back seat of a car, the cargo area of an suv or into the bed of a truck, you can find a set of pet steps that will serve the purpose. These pet stairs are made from high strength plastic, aluminum or powder coated steel to withstand being used in the rain and snow. The stair tread covering has also been carefully chosen to provide traction in inclement weather, so you can use these with confidence regardless of the conditions.
There are several lightweight plastic foldable dog steps that work well for loading your pet in your car and can pull double duty by being used inside your home to allow access to couches and beds. These pet steps normally fold flat to make storage in your vehicle a piece of cake. The weight capacity for these stairs is very high, but because of the lightweight of the stairs, care must be taken to insure they are stable when being used by your dog.
Folding pet stairs that open and close like an accordion are extremely convenient for storing in your vehicle when not in use. They require very little effort to open and set up when you are ready to load or unload your dog from virtually any vehicle. One particular model can be adjusted to several different heights within a limited range giving it flexibility to be used in different locations or for different suvs and trucks. With a capacity of over 500 pounds they are the perfect choice for larger breeds getting into any vehicle.
You can also find a pet step trailer hitch that utilizes the trailer hitch receiver present on many suvs and trucks. Simply slide the lightweight dog step into the receiver for use and then remove for convenient storage in your vehicle.
Do yourself and your dog a favor to prevent the possibility of an injury when you are ready to take your dog for a trip in your vehicle. A set of pet steps designed to help you get your dog in and out of almost all cars, suvs and trucks definitely will make both your's and your dog's life easier and safer.
