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Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder

Item # 33193
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Key Features

  • Excellent for arthritic, older, or overweight pets

  • Reduces the risk of straining or injuring joints

  • Portable, lightweight, and durable

  • Easy to attach and remove from any boat ladder

  • Folds in half for easy storage


Our Price   $219.99

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Product Description
paws_aboard Your pet will find it easy to get out of the water and back aboard with this unique boat ramp. An excellent choice for arthritic, older, or overweight pets, the Doggy Boat Ladder provides an easy exit, reducing the risk of straining or injuring joints. Portable, lightweight, and durable, this ladder is easy to attach and remove from any boat ladder with 3 or more steps and up to 14" wide. Conveniently floats next to the watercraft when the boat ladder is needed for human use. Measures 16" x 64" and folds in half for easy storage.

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Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder
 
3.2

(based on 29 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (8)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (9)

62%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (16)
  • Quick installation (15)
  • Easy to use (14)
  • Easy to clean (12)
  • Stores easily (10)

Cons

  • Difficult to use (8)
  • Heavy / bulky (7)

Best Uses

  • Large dogs (16)
  • Small dogs (11)
  • Older pets (9)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Long-time pet owner (26)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Definitely recommended

I've read the previous reviews and wondered why this was not good for a larger dog. We have a Golden who is approximately 65, 70 pounds. She loves the water and this was the...Read complete review

I've read the previous reviews and wondered why this was not good for a larger dog. We have a Golden who is approximately 65, 70 pounds. She loves the water and this was the greatest thing for her. We showed her how to use it and she loves it. We are, however, since she uses it so much, we're going to put non-skid treads on the steps and also, when you are affixing it to the swim ladder, we use extra velcro on our swim steps. that seems to secure better than just what came with it. But on the whole, I would highly recommend this product!

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Falls short for large dogs

Doesn't extend out and deep enough for larger dogs to get a good 1st step up from the water.
Not as stable as I had hoped. Due to the short steps my dog ...Read complete review

Doesn't extend out and deep enough for larger dogs to get a good 1st step up from the water.
Not as stable as I had hoped. Due to the short steps my dog kept falling back into the water which stressed her as well as all of us. Also, very slippery, needed some grip pads or something.

Problably would be best for smaller breeds. I have a Labrador who loves the water, but she didn't like using this!

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8/13/2012
 
1.0

Poorly made, expensive

By Martinique skier

from Maggiore, Italy

About Me Long-time Pet Owner

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Hum good idea

Cons

  • Difficult to Use
  • Poorly constructed
  • Unsafe

Best Uses

  • Shop decoration

Comments about Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder:

Poorly made with a design that has been modified over time when a clean sheet would have been better when changing components. The hinge has two fiddly plastic clips to hold it so it doesn't fold. These fall off and sink ($10 per pair replacement from pawsaboard). To prevent this there is now a pin on a lanyard to insert into each clip to stop it coming loose.
The adjustable stay is fine, but comes undone as the ladder twists as the boat rocks with passing wake and it has to be reset to one hole position so the ladder will fold. The legs to go on the swim platform are well designed with a rope to operate a mechanism to release the pawsaboard from the ladder, but why supply extra velco straps to secure the legs to the ladder?
I have emailed Pawsaboard and told I had an old model (NOT supplied from Overtons, but a European retaler)they will upgrade for another $100.... and they couldn't tell me what the improvements were (Correspondence available).

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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8/13/2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

This ladder has been a lifesaver!

By Haley

from Swansea, MA

About Me Long-time Pet Owner

Pros

  • Easy to Clean
  • Easy to Use
  • Quick Installation
  • Stores Easily

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Large Dogs

    Comments about Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder:

    Once this ladder is attached to our boat ladder, our 70 lb lab is set for the day. He is completely self-sufficient and it has reduced a lot of boating stress from everyone. Best invention ever!

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    6/4/2012

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Not a good fit for a pontoon

    By Gary

    from Colorado

    About Me Long-time Pet Owner

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Difficult to Use

    Best Uses

      Comments about Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder:

      Very difficult to properly mount to a pontoon ladder. Attachment seemed very cumbersome. Not what I expected for [$]

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      5/16/2012
       
      4.0

      Well priced and fast delivery

      By Rob

      from Fontana

      About Me Long-time Pet Owner

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to Use
      • Lightweight
      • Stores Easily

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Older Pets

        Comments about Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder:

        easy to remove so humans can use the ladder

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        9/15/2011

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        doggy boat ladder out to sea

        By Pontoon Pete

        from Bridgton Maine

        About Me Long-time Pet Owner

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Difficult to Use
        • Slippery when wet
        • Too steep 4 pontoon boat
        • Unsafe

        Best Uses

        • Small Dogs

        Comments about Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder:

        doggy boat ladder steps are too shallow for large dogs,also too steep for pontoon boat.this ladder is constructed poorly,also very slippery when wet.our fifty five pound golden could not climb up or down without help.

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        • Q:

          Can I attach this Doggy Boat Ladder to my dock? If so, do I have to buy a special part for it to work so that I will be able to pull it out of the water when not in use?
          Asked on 5/24/2011 by Anonymous

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        • Q:

          Will this work if I don't have a ladder to secure it to? I only have a swim platform on the back of my boat.
          Asked on 4/30/2011 by Marley from Virginia beach, VA

          1 answer

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            A:

            It would take some serious redesigning as it is made to fasten on a ladder. Too bad because it is an awesome product.

            Answered on 8/18/2011 by Grammsie from Nantahala,North Carolina

        • Q:

          Will this ladder work from the dock too?
          Asked on 8/4/2009 by Craig from USA

          1 answer

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            A:

            Possibly, all depends on your set up and dock ladder and how high above the water you are.

            Answered on 9/22/2009 by Bryant C from Tech Department

        • Q:

          does the ladder float if it is accidently dropped?
          Asked on 7/20/2009 by Jeremy from Johnstown, PA

          1 answer

          • CUSTOMER CARE

            A:

            Yes.

            Answered on 7/28/2009 by Matt from Overtons

        • Q:

          the ladder doesn't fit my ladder,,,I need an adapter. How do I find this?
          Asked on 7/8/2009 by Teresa from Portsmouth, Ohio

          1 answer

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            A:

            We are waiting on a sample of the adapter to determine if we will offer in the future. It can currently be ordered directly from Paws Aboard.

            Answered on 7/9/2009 by Matt from Overtons

        • Q:

          do you sell anything that will help how slick it is?
          Asked on 7/6/2009 by ron smith from memphis tn.

          1 answer

          • CUSTOMER CARE

            A:

            Consider 75904 and 75902 to help with traction.

            Answered on 7/9/2009 by Matt from Overtons

        • Q:

          I have a 160 lb. mastiff, will the ladder hold this kind of weight? Also he has hip problems which at times makes him climb steps with both back feet together. Would he still be able to use ladder?
          Asked on 6/25/2009 by Beav from O'Fallon, MO

          2 answers

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            A:

            The manufacturer claims the ladder will work for your dog, however they also recommend some anti-slip tape such as Overton's part 75904 ($9.99) to help with his back feet.

            Answered on 6/29/2009 by Matt from Overtons

          • A:

            The paws aboard website said it is for dogs up to 130 lbs.

            Answered on 3/11/2010 by dog lover from NC

        • Q:

          can i return the ladder if it dont work for my dogs
          Asked on 6/18/2009 by Anonymous

          1 answer

        • Q:

          how would this work on a pontoon boat. is it long enough to not have to steep of an angle to the water
          Asked on 5/9/2009 by pontoon joe from Bismarck ND Missouri river

          2 answers

          • CUSTOMER CARE

            A:

            The Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder will work as well with a pontoon boat. All you do is conveniently attach it to the boats existing ladder and it will provide an easy access in and out of the boat for your pet. If you have any further questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact us here at Overton's and we will be glad to assist you.

            Answered on 5/26/2009 by Brooks, Marine Buyer from Overtons

          • VERIFIED BUYER

            A:

            works well on my pontoon boat.

            Answered on 6/8/2009 by duke from lake saint clair michigan
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