Build A Dog Ramp Over Stairs
Is your dog having difficult managing the stairs into or out of the house we have a simple solution for you build a dog ramp.
Build a dog ramp over stairs. The shorter cut will be at the back or top of the ramp where it meets the edge of the bed. Ramps are also excellent for dogs of any size with arthritis or other joint problems like hip dysplasia because they re easier on painful joints than stairs are. We thank our friend ruth for the design and photo for one of these outdoor dog ramps. How to build a dog ramp for bed.
Wood plywood carpet tools needed. A useful solution to your dog s problem is a ramp to go over your stairs so she can go up and down as she pleases. Circular saw power drill sand paper tape measure carpet tape dog ramp 5. If it puts a lot of stress on the joints of your dog to reach the higher furniture surfaces on the bed then you must build this dog ramp.
An easy to make carpeted slop. Although you can buy dog ramps from stores they are relatively simple to make at home out of plywood and wood boards. A ramp can be a huge help for any dog having trouble handling steps getting into the car or climbing furniture. An older canine small dogs or injured pups might appreciate a ramp over stairs.
Some dogs need an extra boost and a dog ramp over stairs can help. Building a ramp yourself will not only save money but you ll also be able to customize the size and material. Step 4 build the box sides photo by wendell. Step 3 cut the legs photo by wendell t.
Use a coffee can as a template to create the curve and cut the arc with a jigsaw. Her large yellow lab dude used the simple plywood dog ramp shown at left for years before he was put to sleep at the ripe old age of 17. Medium advanced materials. Trace the curve onto the second leg and cut it.