can this be kept outside? want to use it over part of my deck steps for the dogs
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I used it outside w/ Rocco during post surgery ... about 2 months ... it rained and all. I did cover it with a towel to keep wind leaves off it so the slide portion stayed smooth.
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Though we have not done so, I would expect keeping it outside would be fine. Ours has travelled many hundreds of miles in the back of the truck; rain, snow, etc. It has held up well. We have had no problems with rust.
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I would say yes, based on the fact that most of this is plastic. It wouldn't surprise me if the weather did cause the to "age" more quickly, though.
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I think it will be fine outside, there is nothing that can rust. I have had my ramp for over a year and I use it everyday with no issues. My St. Bernard loves it.
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As Mr. Glover has discovered, you can indeed use this item outside, provided you are taking care to keep it at least somewhat protected from the elements! I hope this answer will assist you.
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I think as long as your dog doesn't get freaked out by the opening/closing of the stairs (I have a dachshund who is dumber than dirt so he has taught me there are so many things to be afraid of that I was previously oblivious to) you should be fine. The weight of your dog should keep the stairs from slipping on outside surfaces.
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I would not recommend you leave this outside, the wood would probably warp and likely the metal will rust over time.
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i would NOT install them on your outside deck. we used them for our basement stairs, inside the house.
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I wouldn't use this outside unles it's under a cover porch etc. I think the wood wouldn't do well if exposed to the westher.
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No. The unit in my opinion is not durable enough to be left outside. If you brought back in after use u should be ok. I personally have not took it outside.
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It is made of painted metal so it should be safe to keep outdoors. The only problem I see is the potential for it to rust
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Yes, this can be used outdoors. I add sand bags to each side for more support.
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Heather, I would not leave it up outside. However, it is very easy to set up and take down. Good luck.
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Yes, if they have some kind of covering. I have 2 outside in a wooden box on the deck. I wouldn't put them where its exposed to the elements.
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We put ours under our deck, only so it doesn't show. It is supposed to be good in all kinds of weather. However, our claustrophobic dog refuses to use it! I recommend getting one at least one size larger than the manufacturer recommends.
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I suspect that one could use it outside BUT would highly recommend that the bench be given a coat or two of a sealer to protect the wood from the elements. I use my bench at the foot of the bed so have no experience about it lasting when using outside.
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I would say no. If you had a screened in porch, that would be fine. But full exposure to outside elements would probably shorten the durability greatly. To be honest, we haven't been able to put ours down yet because our dog views it as "her" toy and drags it everywhere. Still too much puppy in her.
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We use it on the ground but it probably could be used on a deck. I would guess the wind could blow it down if you don't have it anchored.
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yes I use it on my balcony of my condo. I do use puppy pads under the turf and just rinse off the turf weekly. I have three little dogs and they love it. I would highly recommend this product.
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The only concern I have would be for the carpet on the steps and the adhesive holding it in place. If you could keep it indoors or sheltered when not in use I'd think you'd be fine. We used small treats to teach our lab and shepherd to use it. I still stand next to them to keep it really stable but they are comfortable going up. Darn dogs still jump off the bed, though. :)