🐶 Side Door Entry Dog Ramp Kit – Overview
A Side Door Entry Dog Ramp Kit is a practical mobility solution designed to help your dog safely enter and exit a vehicle through the side doors—especially useful for larger, older, or mobility-impaired dogs. This setup includes a folding ramp and an adjustable side-entry support strap system that secures the ramp in place, ensuring a safe and stable walking surface.
📦 What’s Typically Included:
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Folding Dog Ramp:
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Length: Around 70 inches when extended; folds down to about 35 inches for storage
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Width: 16–18 inches for secure footing
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Weight Capacity: Supports medium to large dogs (typically up to 300–500 lbs)
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Surface: Non-slip material such as textured rubber or high-traction carpet
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Material: Lightweight plastic or fiberglass composite for durability and portability
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Side Entry Support Strap:
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Adjustable: Easily modified to fit various vehicle heights and ramp angles
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Secure Hook System: Attaches to the vehicle’s door frame and the ramp to prevent slipping or tipping
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Protective Coating: Rubber or foam padding on hooks to prevent scratching the vehicle
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Tool-Free Installation: No drilling or modifications required
🚙 How It Works:
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Position the folded ramp so one end rests securely on your vehicle’s back seat.
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Attach the safety strap: one end to the top of the ramp, the other to the door frame using the hook.
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Adjust the strap for tension to stabilize the ramp before allowing your dog to use it.
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When not in use, fold and store the ramp conveniently in your trunk or garage.
✅ Benefits:
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Reduces Joint Stress on pets with arthritis, injuries, or aging conditions.
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Prevents Owner Injury from lifting heavy dogs.
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Safe and Stable side-entry access when rear access isn’t possible or convenient.
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Compact and Portable design makes it ideal for travel.