anyone have any suggestions? My dog is experiencing some muscle weakness due to an illness, and is having a hard time on the stairs. Unfortunately, I live in a split level with lots of stairs. I think they're even more difficult for her because they're hardwood, and therefore a bit slick for her. She has slid down them (thankfully without injury) once already.
I've thought about somehow attaching some carpet scraps to the stairs, or making a ramp of sorts that has some sort of tread on it. A friend suggested something like a baby stroller that we could roll her up and down the ramp. I think if I do any ramp project, it will have to extend pretty far beyond the stairs so it won't be too steep. This would work in some parts of the house, but not others.
I've been simply carrying her when she's not feeling up to par, but I have a history of a herniated disc in my back, and right now it's flaring. She's only 40 pounds, but I'm afraid I can't do it until my back bounces back.
It occurred to me tonight that I can't be the only person that's ever had this issue - any help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
I should have mentioned - -she's under the care of a fabulous vet
I've thought about somehow attaching some carpet scraps to the stairs, or making a ramp of sorts that has some sort of tread on it. A friend suggested something like a baby stroller that we could roll her up and down the ramp. I think if I do any ramp project, it will have to extend pretty far beyond the stairs so it won't be too steep. This would work in some parts of the house, but not others.
I've been simply carrying her when she's not feeling up to par, but I have a history of a herniated disc in my back, and right now it's flaring. She's only 40 pounds, but I'm afraid I can't do it until my back bounces back.
It occurred to me tonight that I can't be the only person that's ever had this issue - any help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
I should have mentioned - -she's under the care of a fabulous vet