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Boat Ramps for Dogs
When your dog is in the water and you want
to get him back into the boat or on the dock,
it can be a struggle because even a small
dog when wet is heavy to lift. Many dog owners,
not wanting to risk injury to their pet or
themselves, use a dog ladder or ramp to make
it easier and safer to get out of the water.
Here are some considerations
when buying
a dog ladder or ramp for your
boat or dock:
- Ramps and ladders come as either pre-made
or customized.
- The ramp or ladder should attach securely,
be sturdy, and have a non-slip surface so
your pet doesn’t slide back into the water.
- Ramps and ladders that fold up or are inflatable
take up less space when storing them.
- Ladders, which are sometimes actually steps,
come in various sizes and are usually easier
to pull out of the water when you want to
move the boat.
- Ramps and ladders that have a platform where
the dog can shake itself dry before entering
the boat or climbing up on the dock reduces
the chance of flying water getting people
and belongings wet.
- Ramps, which let dogs walk up into the boat
or dock, usually work for any size dog, but
come in different sizes to more closely match
the size and weight of your dog. Look for
a ramp with a floatation system that prevents
a steep climbing slope under your dog's weight.
And once your dog is aboard, consider drying
your dog with a specially made dog towel.
These towels are more absorbent than a regular
bath towel so you don’t have a damp and dripping
dog around. |
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