Dog Ramp for Cars

A dog ramp for the car lets your dog walk into the boot instead of being lifted — saving your back and their joints, especially as they get older. Below you'll find folding and telescopic aluminium ramps from 1.8m to 2.2m long, rated to 110kg, that fold to around a metre and sit flat behind a seat. Boot height is what decides which length you need, and most people underestimate it.

Heavy Duty Dog Ramps For Cars, Utes And SUVs

Rated 4.7 stars across 800+ verified reviews. Every ramp has a non-slip surface, a genuine weight rating, and folds down to fit in the vehicle it's used with. Jump to: boot and SUV ramps, ute tailgate ramps, what length you need or nervous dogs.

Dog Ramps For Car Boots And SUVs

A typical SUV boot lip sits around 60–70cm off the ground. A 1.8m ramp gives a comfortable angle at that height for most dogs, and folds to roughly a metre so it stores behind the back seat or flat in the boot itself. Look for a rubber strip along the top edge — it stops the ramp sliding on the bumper and protects your paintwork from scratches.

Dog Ramps For Ute Tailgates

Ute trays sit higher again, often around 90cm, which makes a short ramp uncomfortably steep. Go longer here: a 2m ramp keeps the climb manageable and stops your dog scrambling at the top, which is where they lose confidence. Width matters too, since a nervous dog on a narrow ramp at tray height will step off the side.

What Length Dog Ramp Do I Need For My Car?

Measure from the ground to the boot lip or tailgate — not the bumper, the surface your dog actually steps onto. Then go longer rather than shorter: a gentler gradient is easier on hips and elbows, and far more likely to be used without coaxing. Senior dogs, dogs with arthritis and recovering dogs all need gentler angles than a fit young dog, so if you're between two lengths, take the longer one.

Getting A Nervous Dog To Use A Car Ramp

Most refusals come down to three things: the ramp moves, the angle is too steep, or the surface feels slippery. Set it up so it's firmly seated at both ends, use the lowest practical height to start, and choose a high-grip surface that works in rain and dew. A dog who slips once will avoid the ramp for weeks, so it's worth getting right the first time.

Dog Ramps For Cars With Fast Australia-Wide Delivery

Every ramp lists its extended and folded dimensions, weight and capacity so you can check it fits your vehicle before buying. All come with a full warranty, best price guarantee and fast delivery anywhere in Australia. See the complete dog ramps range, or get in touch with your boot height and we'll help you match one.