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PET LOADER WAS DESIGNED FOR YOUR DOG'S SAFETY AND COMFORT. IT IS THE HIGHEST QUALITY AND SAFEST OPTION ON THE MARKET.
VET APPROVED & DESIGNED FOR SAFETY
Specially designed for dogs, these steps are approved by veterinarians, trainers and groomers and are used in hospitals and rehab centers around the country! Why?
-Stair depth of at least 11” accommodates the wide space between a dog’s front and back legs.
-Solid, carpeted stair surface doesn’t snag, bounce or move under weight or movement! Nylon or fabric stairs, without a solid stair surface do not provide secure footing.
-Wider and more stable than a ramp, allowing older, handicapped or injured dogs to climb with comfort and confidence.
-Gentle incline puts less stress on a dog’s joints, easing pain and protecting against injury.
-Reduces Anxiety, instilling confidence. Dogs instinctively know how to use it.
VERSATILE & EASY TO USE
Pet owners love our stairs because they can use them anywhere!
- At Home: Perfect for easy, comfortable access to tall beds or couches
- In the Car: Suitable for most vehicles including cars, sedans, SUVs, minivans, trucks, RV campers and trailers
- On the Go: Great for reaching tall grooming or veterinary tables
EASILY FOLDED, CARRIED & STORED
With it's smartly engineered design, these stairs are comfortable to carry and easy to set up! They feature our patented latch system, which ensures stability with every use.
For added convenience, they fold down into a compact size. You can conveniently pick them up and move them to another vehicle or area.
When not in use, they’re super-easy to store. Keep them in the trunk of your car or under the bed for quick access when your pet needs them most.
PREMIUM QUALITY CONSTRUCTION & SERVICE
We care about your pet’s safety just as much as you do! That’s why our stairs are made in the USA with the highest quality, rugged materials.
Each set is incredibly durable and can withstand heavy-duty use. As a result, you and your dog can count on Pet Loader for years to come.
SIZING CHART: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT MODEL FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG
Choose The Number Of Steps For The Height Of Your Vehicle:
Measure before buy to ensure proper fit!
Pet Loader offers 3,4, and 5 step models to accommodate any height.
Measure from the pavement to where your pet will enter (cargo floor, seat, truck bed, rear entry, etc.), then see height chart below.
Choose The Width:
Pet Loader models come in 12," 14.5," 16," or 18" widths.
Choose width based on the space where the Pet Loader will need to fit and your dog's comfort level. All widths will work for rear entry use.
For Side Entry Use:
With the platform resting on the seat,
- Measure the height from the pavement to the backseat to find the extension/step height needed.
- Measure the door opening width. All openings must allow 2” of additional space to accommodate the width of the Pet Loader.
The 12˝ Mini will fit MOST side entry vehicle doors. The 14.5" Ultra-Light will fit SOME side door vehicles. The Lite 16" or XL 18" MAY fit in the side entry of some large SUVs.
Factory Installed Wheels Available:
Factory installed wheels allow you to roll Pet Loader for easily mobility.
If you would like wheels to be installed on your Pet Loader, be sure to order from the listing that has "with wheels" listed in the title.
To find the listing with wheels, use the Amazon search bar to type which Pet Loader you are looking for and add "with wheels." Ex. Pet Loader Mini 12" with wheels
CHOOSING A LOADER BASED ON DOG BREED OR SIZE, RECOMMENDATIONS HIGHLIGHTED:
FOR SMALL DOGS
For small dogs, such as the toy breeds, Chihuahuas, Shih Tzu, Toy Poodles, Pugs, Pomeranians, and Maltese, the Pet Loader Mini (12") works perfectly.
The smaller platform of the Pet Loader Mini dog stairs will work for them in almost every situation.
FOR MEDIUM TO LARGE DOGS
For medium to large dogs, we recommend the Pet Loader Ultra Light (14.5") or Pet Loader Light (16") for rear entry use. The 16″ platform of the Pet Loader light will accommodate almost every breed, Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, Bulldogs, Pointers, and Huskies.
These breeds typically weigh less than 150 pounds. For those that are over 150 pounds we recommend the Pet Loader XL.
FOR EXTRA LARGE DOGS
For extra large dogs, we recommend the Pet Loader XL. These include Mastiffs, Great Danes, Newfoundlands, Bernese Mountain Dogs & Saint Bernards. These dogs because of their size and weight should be using the Pet Loader XL with its 18″ platform.
All dogs that weigh over 150 pounds or that are built with a wider girth should use the wider, more rugged Pet Loader XL.
CHOOSING THE NUMBER OF STAIRS AND EXTENSION HEIGHT:
3-STEP
Vehicle Height 16-20". Great for car backseats, minivan side doors, beds and couches.
PLATFORM KITS are also available to turn your 3-step to a 4-step or 4-step to a 5-step if desired. Search for "Pet Loader Platform Kit" on Amazon to find available options.
4-STEP
Vehicle Height 20-30". Most popular, fits most vehicles, small SUV's, minivans, RV Campers, tall beds, tall vet or grooming tables.
5-STEP
Vehicle Height 29-40". Ideal for large SUVs, Trucks, Semi Trucks and other tall surfaces.
leucydan
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2025
Excellent, extremely well-built product, the only con is the weight. It's very heavy, I have the 5 Step for a 34" high tailgate and my 120 lb 9 mo. puppy walks right up with ease.It does take two hands to lift and set up the steps. They are a little stiff to open, hoping that'll loosen up with use.I resisted paying so much and have purchased several other cheaper, more lightweight aluminum steps that after a month's use became warped and unstable. I have returned all these after my pup became wary of the shake and wobble.Pet Loader steps are well thought out, pay attention to the height of your tailgate and order accordingly...the proper amount of steps (3-4-5 or 6) will reduce the pitch in a manner most comfortable for your pet.
Fluff Mom
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025
These stairs are the best! No wobble to scare the dogs, slip resistant, wide and they fold up. My Pyrenees were 150 and 170 and these worked very well for them.I used the for the back of my covered truck bed with bedding in the back. They loved it and they are foldable so we used a tie down to secure them in place so they couldn’t move and hurt anyone.The weight is the only factor but they need to be heavy for XL dogs. I even used them to load the truck sometimes.
Michael A
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2022
My Great Dane pups needed some help getting into/out of my Jeep Grand Cherokee, and my back needed help because these "pups" weigh 100 pounds each, and counting. The Pet Loader XL stairs are extremely steady, very easy to open, and simple to use. The carrying handle is a great feature. The stairs aren't light as a feather, but a person of average strength should be able to maneuver them. The one change I would make is to maybe make them a few inches wider. One of my Danes has a tendency to step right on the edge, which makes me a little uneasy, but she stayed on. A little more width would take care of that. I know the stairs fold for transport, but I'll be honest and admit that I only use them in the garage. I find that all pet stairs have the same problem--you need ample clearance behind your vehicle to set them up, and who is going to hold onto your dogs while you put them away? My vet is kind enough to send an assistant out to give me a hand, so I can leave the stairs at home. So, five stars for sturdiness and ease of use, and four for value, since I find their use to be limited in urban parking lots where setup space isn't at a premium.
Critical Consumer
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2019
We started out with a folding plastic ramp for our 90 lb Yellow Lab who has issues with her back legs. She managed well enough with it but didn't like it when it was wet. It was also awkward for us to unfold and there were more than a few pinched fingers despite the hole on the side where your hand is supposed to go.We have a fifth wheel trailer and it has a set of extendable stairs for when you're parked. The steps have a short run and are a little steep. More importantly, the space between the treads is wide open. That makes them a significant challenge for our four legged friend. However, if we put her old ramp up on the stairs she was fine. But then we could not get up one or the other side. My wife is petite, so it was no problem for her to walk up the ramp. However, I am what one could call "stocky" so the ramp wouldn't support my weight.As a result, I started researching to find an alternative that would be both useful for getting our girl in and out of our vehicles and allow all of us to go in and out of the fifth wheel. At first I looked at the lighter "Pet Loaders" but when I saw that this one would handle my weight plus some, it seemed like a pretty obvious choice. I noted that other reviewers said it was heavy but at 29 lbs for the four stepper, I thought no big deal.When it arrived and we got it out of its packaging it was obvious that it was very well designed and built. Next we set it up at the back of our SUV and asked our girl if she wanted to go for an R,I,D,E. She took her leash in her mouth and walked up the PetLoader without so much as an invitation. Nuf said.Although the 18" PetLoader feels heavier than 29 lbs to us, we both manage it just fine. It is a breeze to unfold and refold and it has all kinds of rubber feet at each end to prevent marring of any surfaces. It fits on the back of our SUV, as well as on the rear door sill of our Ford F350 and is the perfect height to rest on the first step down on our RV. This is an excellent product and I commend the designer(s). I would buy it again in a heartbeat.
EvilQueen
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2016
Should've started with this product first. My dog is 150 lb and recently stopped jumping up into my Jeep. So I bought the Twist step that plugs into the hitch. We didn't even start training with that because when it swings under the Jeep it has to be so low to clear the gas tank it was in danger of scraping. Then I bought a plain hitch platform. Too small. Then, on a coworkers advice, a ramp. It was pretty steep once placed in position on the Jeep, and it freaked my dog out that it flexed under his weight. He walked up once and didn't want to use it even to get down. Finally, I bit the bullet and bought these steps. Oddly, the pros and the cons for me are the same. They are made of heavy duty plastic, so they are very sturdy, but that makes them a bit heavy. The step platforms are large, also improving safety and confidence for your best pal, but it means taking up a lot of space in my little vehicle when folded and stowed. For me, I have the steps on the seat or floor on the passenger side in front. So no passenger. I could make my dog deal with them in the back for a short trip if I really needed/wanted a front passenger, but it's a little tight. Anyone with a full or mid size SUV will be OK. Another pro (no con here!) - no training required. Set these down, unfold them, and your dog knows exactly exactly what to do. So overall, I have to give 5 stars because really there is nothing I would change, except maybe next time I might think about 4 door Wrangler! ;-)
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