would these steps be ideal for a 4 lb. yorkie who's body is 12 inches long? I'm wondering if they would be too steep for him?
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Yes, highly recommended. My 19-year-od cat quickly adapted to this easy to use pupSTEP. No parts to add or tighten. Simply take from box and open and click to secure. You and your yorkie will loved it.
375777
The steps are not as steep as I thought they would be. I think they would be fine. I have two small terriers, they weight about 10 lbs and they use them well. These ones I bought are taller than the other steps but they are the same in relation to the angle of the steps. Just and FYI. If you open these and they don't work, go back to your order on Amazon and print out a return label. They give free return at the time you send them back but may charge you shipping once they refund your money due to the problem not being one their end. I bought two of these by mistake and sent one back no problem. I think these would be just fine for your baby. They are not too steep and are spread out pretty well. The steps are not as steep as I thought they would be. I think they would be fine. I have two small terriers, they weight about 10 lbs and they use them well. These ones I bought are taller than the other steps but they are the same in relation to the angle of the steps. Just and FYI. If you open these and they don't work, go back to your order on Amazon and print out a return label. They give free return at the time you send them back but may charge you shipping once they refund your money due to the problem not being one their end. I bought two of these by mistake and sent one back no... » Read More The steps are not as steep as I thought they would be. I think they would be fine. I have two small terriers, they weight about 10 lbs and they use them well. These ones I bought are taller than the other steps but they are the same in relation to the angle of the steps. Just and FYI. If you open these and they don't work, go back to your order on Amazon and print out a return label. They give free return at the time you send them back but may charge you shipping once they refund your money due to the problem not being one their end. I bought two of these by mistake and sent one back no problem. I think these would be just fine for your baby. They are not too steep and are spread out pretty well. « Show Less
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The steps are not as steep as I thought they would be. I think they would be fine. I have two small terriers, they weight about 10 lbs and they use them well. These ones I bought are taller than the other steps but they are the same in relation to the angle of the steps. Just and FYI. If you open these and they don't work, go back to your order on Amazon and print out a return label. They give free return at the time you send them back but may charge you shipping once they refund your money due to the problem not being one their end. I bought two of these by mistake and sent one back no problem. I think these would be just fine for your baby. They are not too steep and are spread out pretty well.
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They would be great. The steps are shallow enough, large, and spaced so that they won't strain a longer built dog's back. They are wide and very stable so the dog will feel secure. They won't move when the dog goes up or down. If the dog feels secure, they will be more willing to use them. Although they are expensive, they're very well made and I'm glad I got them instead of the cheaper, flimsy types.
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No. These steps wouldn't be appropriate for any animal over 20 pounds, in my opinion.
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Dear Jill, The steps (treads, Landings) are 6 inches deep. The Rise of each step is 4 inches. My top step is 6.5 inches. I have small Yorkies and even at 8 weeks old they can manage the steps. I hope this was helpful. Joyce
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The step stool was purchased for a 12lb. dog. I'm sorry but I'm unable to answer the question about a larger dog.
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Mine can come down the steps but only one will go up the steps. She is my Jack Russell and a jumper anyway. My other four are Yorkies and over weight and can't jump very well to come up. If your dogs jumped on the bed, they will have no problem with these steps.
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I believe so the step are about 12" in length, which is bigger then most. my dog is able to take each step at a top instead of jumping up. hope that helps.
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Hi, I weigh about 120 and I can walk up and down them, so it holds my weight. I also want to add and I left this out of my previous post, that the steps are not very wide and although I got them for my cat, neither my cat or dog want to go down them. You are probably better off with a heavy board and use it as a ramp. Much cheaper too. Mary C
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Hi my dog is 35 lbs and can handle these stairs. The down side is that I have hard wood floors and the stairs slip so you would need to secure the stairs. It appears to be aable to handle your size dog but I would contact the seller.
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When my yorkies were puppies and weighed about 2lbs they did fit so I bought 2 and staggered them back to back and that worked until they got to 3lbs and didn't fit any more. I now use the extra one for other areas in my house when needed. Hope this was helpful.
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I have 2 yorkies (one is 12 lbs and one is 8 lbs) and they ride together in the stroller. I can tell you that at the combined 20 lbs. it doesn't seem to hinder the ease and maneuvering of the stroller.
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Sorry, I have not. My Yorkie is only 6 pounds, so, not much help here. Good luck.
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I'm not sure this is the buy for you. My dog is only 9lb and I had to rebuild the steps! They are too narrow and too flimsy for a big dog! Try the ramp instead.
977727
I wouldn't use these steps for a big dog because the width of the step is too small for a 70 lb shepard. These steps are good for small to medium dogs.
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I think the steps should work fine. You may have to turn them so they are parallel to the car, rather than at a right angle. This way, they won't need as much width, but your dog should be able to climb them just fine. I turned my steps so the side was next to the bed (so it was like being placed next to a car the way I suggested), and my puppy ran right up them either way. Hope this helps!
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Yes. Far too narrow unless you have a very small dog. My cavalier King Charles spaniel would not even attempt these stairs.
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Yes, oh Yes!! We have 3 Cardigan Welsh Corgis ranging in size from 25 to 34 lbs who use these stairs all the time very easily; the size of these stair treads is perfect for medium-sized dogs with long backs and short legs. We don't use the "ramp" feature.