Dog owners, is it easy for dog (70lbs) to climb up from water, considering its thickness and being floating high in the water?
1388607
I would say Yes that a dog of any size would have difficulty climbing onto this board due to the thickness. The dog may not be able to get enough leverage to pull itself up out of the water.
1388608
The 14' Xplorer is 8" thick and has a high profile. It could be difficult for the dog to get onboard?
1388609
I don't think so. It's 8 inches thick and if the dog has nothing steady under its feet, it must be quite difficult to climb that high. Dogs don't have hands. They have paws.
1388610
A 70lb dog will cause the board to lean pretty heavily when it's trying to scramble up on board, so i wouldn't be standing when that happens. It depends on the dog breed though as to whether or not they can jump on. A lab, or golden? easy, the 8in rise really isn't that much especially if you give him a little pulling help. My 75lb english bulldog comes with me all the time, but bulldogs literally sink like rocks so he has to wear a big doggy life jacket. It has a handle on top of it so the few times he's fallen in (cuz he's all dumb and rolly polly) i just grab the handle and hoist his lardy self aboard. A 70lb dog will cause the board to lean pretty heavily when it's trying to scramble up on board, so i wouldn't be standing when that happens. It depends on the dog breed though as to whether or not they can jump on. A lab, or golden? easy, the 8in rise really isn't that much especially if you give him a little pulling help. My 75lb english bulldog comes with me all the time, but bulldogs literally sink like rocks so he has to wear a big doggy life jacket. It has a handle on top of it so the few times he's fallen in (cuz he's all dumb and rolly polly) i just grab the handle and hoist his... » Read More A 70lb dog will cause the board to lean pretty heavily when it's trying to scramble up on board, so i wouldn't be standing when that happens. It depends on the dog breed though as to whether or not they can jump on. A lab, or golden? easy, the 8in rise really isn't that much especially if you give him a little pulling help. My 75lb english bulldog comes with me all the time, but bulldogs literally sink like rocks so he has to wear a big doggy life jacket. It has a handle on top of it so the few times he's fallen in (cuz he's all dumb and rolly polly) i just grab the handle and hoist his lardy self aboard. « Show Less
976292
david-can you get a 120 lb dog to get up 30.5 inches and the foot pump him or her up. we decides that our 105 lb golden doodle would have a problem. suggestion, buy some leather chews f/amazon and a quality electric shaver w/attachments for the trim. good luck
1862989
Depends on the weight of your dog since by itself the bed is lightweight and can be carried easily with one hand. Also depends on the condition of the grass or dirt. If it's rather moist and you have a 60lb dog I imagine that would sink but if the land is rather dry then it would probably be OK. It's a great bed so my suggestion if it does sink is to put a piece of wood or cardboard under the feet.
629294
My larger dog is about 55-60 lbs. and he does fine, but he is not pulling hard on it. There have been a couple times when the dogs have somehow unlocked it from the seatbelt connection by stepping on it, but this is very rare.
670183
It's not easy to tip over but that might depend on how big your puppy is.... :)
1790745
not an issue but some dogs can be a little intimidated by the sound and moving water; give them time and I suspect they'll come around; good luck
721887
Our 14 year old Golden Retriever at 80 pounds with arthritis uses the ramp but reluctantly. It's probably sturdier than most and I like it because it's also wider than most. The difficulty is that unless you start training the dog to use the ramp at a much younger age I doubt most dogs would happily run up it. That being said it was a good purchase.
344005
They have a toggle on the end to secure it but it may not work so well in a home unless there is something to anchor it to. We have a bulldog but a dachshund might be much lighter and able to climb. The ramp itself is quite nice and the best price I have found anywhere for this type of ramp. It's a bit heavy at 10 pounds. Hope this helps.
1315817
I lift my 55-80lbs dogs in as is easy and faster from the grooming table then wrestling dogs up ramps or stairs... however you couldalso purchase the stairs:...http://www.amazon.com/Booster-Bath-New-Steps-Kit/dp/B005FQMIUE
1964160
No need to worry about that. The extra buoyancy keeps the head above water but will not flip your dog over.
981416
I would, especially if she isn't full grown. My lab is now 105lbs and it held him up well. He loves floating!
1969517
Your dog should be ok. The life jacket keeps the dog's head above the water so he/she should not need to do the dog paddle to stay afloat.
1549099
If your dog is not steady on their feet, maybe not. We have a 14 year old arthritic dog who could walk on it but his problem was the 7" thickness. He likes to roll on his bed and he rolled off which stunned him and he will not get back on the bed. I bought two of these beds. Our Golden Retriever who is 10 had no problem standing on it and likes her bed. It's very well made and an attractive bed. I think it would be good for our arthritic dog if we could get him back on it. I haven't had the beds long enough to comment on the cover but I've had other beds with this type of cover and they held up very well with repeated washings. If your dog is not steady on their feet, maybe not. We have a 14 year old arthritic dog who could walk on it but his problem was the 7" thickness. He likes to roll on his bed and he rolled off which stunned him and he will not get back on the bed. I bought two of these beds. Our Golden Retriever who is 10 had no problem standing on it and likes her bed. It's very well made and an attractive bed. I think it would be good for our arthritic dog if we could get him back on it. I haven't had the beds long enough to comment on the cover but I've had other beds with this type of cover and... » Read More If your dog is not steady on their feet, maybe not. We have a 14 year old arthritic dog who could walk on it but his problem was the 7" thickness. He likes to roll on his bed and he rolled off which stunned him and he will not get back on the bed. I bought two of these beds. Our Golden Retriever who is 10 had no problem standing on it and likes her bed. It's very well made and an attractive bed. I think it would be good for our arthritic dog if we could get him back on it. I haven't had the beds long enough to comment on the cover but I've had other beds with this type of cover and they held up very well with repeated washings. « Show Less
1141149
I bought one for my 60 lb. dog and she has no problem getting up and down. It has carpet on it so that they can keep their grip. I love mine!
391953
We have used it at all heights and the dog never toppled it. We experimented in different areas of the kitchen and WE accidentally kicked it by opening a door near it and the water spilled, but it never toppled.
1008493
It's a bit steep, my bunny makes the jump instead of climbing. You might be able to put something on the ramp (which does have little steps) so it's grippier. Or maybe put something low next to the ramp to give a boost. But the ramp on it's own might be a bit daunting.
1590759
It probably depends on the breed, but I have shorkies and they hop right over it with no problem. It's a very nice gate!!