Build Your Own Pet Stairs

Make a mark on the wood 6 in 15 cm higher than the bottom front corner.

Build your own pet stairs.

Your measurements will be specific to the furniture or object that you want your pet to be able to climb up to. This is the build of a set of dog stairs. Pick a corner to be the bottom front of the staircase and with the aid of measuring tape or a ruler make a pencil mark 6 in 15 cm above the corner. Solid cherry pine steps easily convert into a ramp perfect for arthritic pets and anxious dogs.

Lay out your pre cut 2x2s along the top inside part of each step. Our convertible dog stair ramps provide options for pet owners. Give your pup a leg up with these easy to assemble pet steps. With plywood sides and simple 1 2 cleats to hold the pieces in place you ll be pleasantly surprised how easily the parts come together.

Click the image above to reveal the free building plans. This portable system was designed with skittish and aging dogs in mind. I will try my very best at making my own and let you know how i go. Now all your pets can reach their favorite spots including beds sofas and more.

Take the pieces and lay them back to back. The next part when you build doggie stairs is to add the underpinnings or supports. Run a bead of glue along the top edges where the stairs will go then attach the two 12 stairs using finish nails image 1 and 2. No luck here in switzerland so happy to find you.

And at under 30 you ll be glad you avoided the hefty pet store price tag. Give everything a few hours to fully dry then move on to the next step. If it goes well gonna make one for my balcony so my dog can use the garden. Also you will have to take into consideration the size of your pet this will help you decide how wide to make the steps and the height between each step.

Lay 1 of your side planks on a flat working table.