Maximum Length 71" Large Dog Car Ramp, Folding Dog Ramp with Anti-Slip Surface, Pet Stairs Ramp for Dogs to Get Into a SUV,Truck & Outdoor Steps, Extra Long Dog Ramp for 250lbs Large Dogs SUV & Truck

Needed something to help my large dogs get up to a porch temporarily. In my situation angle is quite steep. Product is ingeniously made to fold up with a handle to make it portable. Not heavy or awkward . Has a loop on upper end so put a screw in deck and was able to fasten to deck so stays in place. Took a few minutes to get my 90” scaredy cat Golden Retriever to use it but they both learned to come up and down and act like it is fun! WELL MADE AND WORKS WELL. Exceed expectations.

First, on opening the carton there was a loose wood screw sitting on top of the packaged ramp which was wrapped in a plastic bag. A close inspection of the ramp revealed a hole where a screw was indeed missing. Attempts to reseat the screw failed as the hole was too large and the screw was somewhat stripped. Next, one of the cross braces that support the bottom of the ramp was installed crookedly so that the brace was not square to the adjoining brace. Also when the ramp was fully opened and placed on a level surface, it was excessively arched and potentially unstable. Lastly, the Installment Guide that accompanied the ramp indicated there was a "quick release clip" to release the measures that secure the 4 sections when collapsed; sadly...not to be found. Although there were other positive aspects to this product, they unfortunately were negated by the evident poor quality control in construction.

This ramp was delivered one day early. It’s very sturdy. I went up and down the ramp (125 lbs) several times and it barely budged. My dog went up it, but it’ll take a while for him to get used to it.They say there’s a clamp to keep it closed, but there is not. I love the padded handle and the location for it is perfect. I can pick it up with no problem it weighs about 20 pounds is very easy to open and place where you want it. Overall I think it is perfect. I did get the 71 inch times 20 width.

The ramp was purchased to assist my 12 year old lab get down the 2 back stairs at our house (slope about the same as a pickup truck) so he wouldn't hurt himself on the stairs since his back legs are weakening. He was scared to try it at first and once he did, he slid right down it and almost hurt himself. There is no grip, and his nails did not help him from sliding on this material. My young and and spunky dog wouldn't even set a paw on it.

At 20 inches wide and 71 inches long, this folding ramp is one of the largest available. It's wide, solid, and sturdy - exactly what I needed for my 75-pound arthritic White Shepherd.Here's a breakdown of the good and bad:Positives:* Extra-wide: At 20 inches, even large dogs like mine feel secure.* Shallow incline: The 71-inch length offers a gentle slope when used with a hatchback car.* Sturdy build: Well-made, solid build inspires confidence in both dog and owner.* Compact storage: Folds to 19.5" x 19.5" x 6" and has a self-handle for easy carrying.Negatives:* Heavy: At over 20 pounds, folding and unfolding can be cumbersome, especially while trying to protect the painted metal on the ramp.* Slippery surface: The "loofa" texture doesn't offer much grip for dogs with properly trimmed nails, and could snag longer nails.* Bouncy incline: The upward bow makes the ramp bounce when my dog walks on it.* Missing attachment points: The hard plastic hooks have nothing to latch onto on my car. Ideally, the ramp would rest on the bumper for optimal angle, but I worry the weight on the hooks might damage the car.* No carrying case: No protection for car upholstery from sharp corners during storage, and no easy way to secure it against becoming a projectile in a sudden stop.Overall, the pros outweigh the cons. I can modify some of the negatives: removing the plastic hooks, finding or making a padded bag, and figuring out a way to tie it down. But my top priority is having an extra-wide ramp that makes my dog feel safe, and this ramp, while not perfect, is about as good as I can expect.My experience with training my dog to use the ramp:When my dog was young, he'd have bounded up this ramp without hesitation. Now, with weak and painful hindquarters, he's developed a fear of heights and ramps. Asking him to use a car ramp before he was ready wouldn't have helped, so I took a gradual approach over a couple of weeks.Week 1: I left the ramp open and flat on his favorite rug to familiarize him with it. I'd put treats on it, eventually encouraging him to step over and then onto it.Next steps: Once comfortable, we moved outside. I placed the ramp on the bottom step of our four-step back door entrance, where he usually comes and goes. Mastering the shallow incline (and bounce) up to the first step was followed by the moving it to the second step, then the third.Car time: Feeling he was ready to try the car, I used his lifting harness for added security. It's a good thing I did! While he eventually went up the ramp, coming down scared him. He flatly refused, and I had to lift him out the first few times.Now, he uses the ramp, though not without coaxing, and I'm able to take him to the vet on my own again.