| There are a variety of reasons why you may be | | | | the height. This would not have solid sides or make |
| considering dog bed ramps. It may be that your pet | | | | such an attractive piece of furniture as those |
| is getting a bit older and it not as agile as he used to | | | | mentioned above, but would be very practical. They |
| be. Possibly your dog is a smaller breed and not able | | | | are very handy if you should need to move the |
| to jump up onto the bed. Whatever the reason, you | | | | ramp from the bed to the couch for example. |
| will be sure to find a good selection of well made | | | | Probably the most economic dog bed ramp would be |
| ramps that will fit in with your interior décor. | | | | the simple ramp that has a specially designed hook at |
| Very often you will find that you have a variety of | | | | the end which will lock between the mattress and |
| designs to choose from. Some are gently sloping | | | | the bed base to ensure that it is secure. This ramp |
| ramps that will fit along the foot of your bed and are | | | | benefits from being lightweight and easy to store |
| the same length as the bed. These are usually solid | | | | and is probably the lowest priced design. |
| sided and manufactured to furniture standards in | | | | Another option that you may consider, although it is |
| wood. These are very practical as they are very | | | | not actually a dog bed ramp, is steps. Again these |
| easily accessible by your pet and you will sometimes | | | | can be manufactured to a high standard to match |
| find that they will actually like to lie on the ramp. It | | | | your existing furnishings and are available in different |
| almost becomes an extension of your bed. Ramps | | | | sizes to suit your pet's needs. Not only can they vary |
| such as these will sometimes have a safety guard | | | | in height so that they are a convenient level for |
| along the edge so that you can be sure that your | | | | access to your bed, but also the size of the step |
| pet will feel secure and they will have little chance of | | | | area. Obviously if you have a large dog you will need |
| taking a tumble. Many of these ramps are custom | | | | a larger tread area. |
| built and the manufacturer will sometimes be willing to | | | | As much as the design for a dog bed ramp will vary, |
| take individual design elements into account. They will | | | | so will the prices. You should be able to get a basic |
| be carpeted and you will be able to choose a colour | | | | ramp for around $50. If you are looking for a |
| combination of wood and carpet that will complement | | | | wooden ramp made to furniture standards, you could |
| your existing interior design. | | | | pay $150 - $200. If, however, you are looking for a |
| Some dog bed ramps on the market are more | | | | custom size, design and finish I guess that you could |
| flexible and portable. It is possible to buy one design | | | | pay just about as much as you wish! |
| which is free standing and has the capacity to adjust | | | | |