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Solvit PupSTEP Plus Pet Stairs
By: Solvit       Average Rating: 4.0     Total Reviews: 45
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pet steps     On: 2008-11-27

My cats are getting arthritis and have difficulty jumping onto their favorite nesting area, my bed. I bought the steps several months ago and the cats have easily adjusted to it and use it daily. No accidents. It is sturdy and yet light-weight.
I have 2     On: 2008-11-17

This is my second set of steps. I have one in my bedroom and one in the living room next to my recliner. They are great. One of my little ones turned out to be a jumper so she doesnt have to use them anymore, but the other uses them all the time. They are very sturdy, my son uses them as a leg rest sometimes. Great product.
Does not work on ceramic tile floors     On: 2008-11-17

We are already at a disadvantage when it comes to shipping, since we do not live in the contiguous/continental US. Many vendors do not wish to ship direct. We had to make arrangement to ship to my girlfriend in California and then reship to our home.
Unfortunately my dogs will have nothing to do with this product. The stairs are not very stable on ceramic tile floors. Even placing a small area rug under the stairs does not fix the problem as far as the dogs are concerned. The steps now sit in the garage awaiting disposal.
They may work on carpet.
Perfect for my dog     On: 2008-11-09

My dog loves the steps. Theyre super steardy, and collapse easily to store under my bed.
Good stairs for a good price     On: 2008-10-15

I bought two of these and theyre wonderful. Especially on carpet. However, if you have a hardwood or concrete floor (probably tile or linoleum too), you may want to buy some of the rubber liner like you would put in a drawer or on a pantry shelf. We put some of it down on the concrete to stop one of the steps from sliding and moving and it worked like a dream.
BEST PRODUCT     On: 2008-10-15

This is such a great product. I have a 9 month old maltese and he sleeps in the bed with me. I originally wanted a set of stairs so that he can get off and on the bed without me picking him up. This product solved the problem. My dog has had no problem getting off and on the bed. I also like the fact that you can store it under the bed when you dont need it. Definitely a great investment!
Great Product     On: 2008-10-10

Product arrived quickly and was exactly what was ordered. I love the new steps, great price for the product!
Good     On: 2008-10-09

Start your puppy on it as soon as you bring him home, it will be easier in the long run.
Life saver for my dog     On: 2008-10-06

I bought this for a foster beagle of mine who could not jump up on the couch, but really wanted to be with me. I worried these steps would be too flimsy for her (she is 28 pounds), but they work like a dream. Now all the other dogs want to use them as well. This was great - inexpensive, easy to set up and will be easy to store.
Great pet steps     On: 2008-09-19

I bought these because they are taller than other brands, and a good price. For my little poodle, they work best placed sideways along the side of the bed. Trained her by lifting her up each step, one at a time, till at the top she would get brave and jump onto the bed. Over time I had to lift her less steps, till finally she felt secure enough to climb up from the bottom step. I recommend these highly!
Good for very small dogs     On: 2008-09-16

The steps are very small, so I would recommend only for dogs under eight pounds.
Great product!     On: 2008-09-12

At first my little dog wanted nothing to do with these steps. After a few days, however, right up the steps he would go. Very easy, just unfold,and apply the adhesive pads to each step. Nice product.
Puppy Stairs     On: 2008-08-08

I was concerned that my little min pin would be scared to use the stairs. At first she was hesitant, but when I installed the non slip grip pads it was a lot better. She uses them all the time to get on and off the bed.
PupStep+     On: 2008-07-27

The stairs are sturdy and work very well for both my dachshund and the cats. All I had to do was attach the step covers and the antiskid rubber to the steps and it was ready to go. I also have the foam steps and the PupStep+ is not only sturdier but also handles greater weight. I would recommend these steps.
Very sturdy considering it's foldable & very light     On: 2008-07-12

I bought this for my two Poodle/Shiu Tzu 20-25 lb. pets to climb onto the very tall family members bed. Naturally, I had to put their paws on it step by step a few times to get used to it.
One was only slightly afraid of it at first, still after a week only goes up it very slow after now only verbal prodding & soon he will not need the prodding (he has to get used to not being lazy & being picked up.) He uses it to go down as well as he has shorter legs & the jump down must bother him enough to use it. The one who was terrified at first, she now races up it like its nothing, but has longer, springy legs & does not need it to jump off.
It does move easily when pushed by a human as it is only lightweight plastic, but they seem to have no problems & the leverage is great & center of gravity is nice & low to keep it stable.
For the price & convenience of something foldable & lightweight, its great.
Great item     On: 2008-07-05

I have had these steps now for almost a year. I bought them thru Amazon and actually paid a little more for them then than they are now so that makes them an even better deal now.
They are sturdy, well built, easy to clean and a snap to fold and store.
Some people said that they found them to be wobbly or that their pet slipped off the side - That might be true if you can only use them in the direction they are shown in the picture however I turned them sideways so that one side of the bed was on the long side of the steps and my 8 lb dog and 13 lb older cat have no problem using them. Unless they have changed them since I bought mine, I was very impressed with how stable they are.
so far, so good     On: 2008-06-24

no, these are not the sturdiest stairs out there. but for the price and the weight of the product, they are not bad. we bought ours from seller "Litterboy Pet Products" and they arrived quickly and in good shape. our corgi who weighs about 25 lbs has no problems going up them, shes still a little unsure about going down them, but i think shell learn.
great for cats!     On: 2008-06-16

My older persian mix has been experiencing some arthritis lately. She had been having trouble getting up on the bed, as her legs are a little shaky. I knew I needed to get steps for her and these are perfect! First of all, these are the best priced for the size. I saw other 4 step ones for much more money. They were very easy to set up-took about 10 mins. They are perfectly sturdy for a 13 lb cat---I dont know if Id feel secure if I had a larger animal. I have it next to an ottoman (my cats bed) and that adds to the stability. I read a reviewer somewhere who thought theyd be great for a toddler....I would NEVER do that! NEVER! I have mine set up on a rug-so there is no chance for slippage...the non-skid pads are small-if I didnt have a rug I would put it on a yoga "sticky" mat to keep it stable. My cat didnt want to go down it at first (no problem running up it!) but I put her favorite treats on it when she was up on the bed...and down she went! Now she has no problem with it. The treads are perfect-seems like they will take a little traffic and do the job fine. The other cats just ignore it....My cat and I are very pleased with this purchase.
Don't hesitate to purchase!     On: 2008-06-11

This is the second stairs weve purchased - we have two bedrooms and the stairs allow our two Yorkies, and my sisters teeny-tiny baby Yorkie to zip right up to bed! Plus! We discovered a second use! During the day we lay the stairs end to end, and block the teeny-tiny from the rest of the house until hes housebroken! Hey, it works! Sturdy, well built & fast shipping - best Ive found for the price!
Best thing you can do for an elder dog     On: 2008-06-05

The creator of this needs a huge thanks! this was the best thing for my elder dog, now she no longer has to lay in the floor late at night because were asleep to lift her, she uses her steps and everything is a breeze now. i bought one for every bed!! they are also really sturdy for plastic. i had my doubts about it but it can support my grown child 17 years old 140 pounds with no problem. fast shipping great buy!
very pleased     On: 2008-06-04

These steps were exactly what I wanted. They are light weight and collapsable to make storage easy. Sturdy enough to support the dog. I highly reccomend.
Not effective for a larger cat     On: 2008-05-27

Im giving this product two stars because it arrived on time, and in good condition. I think it would have worked well for a smaller cat, or a very small dog, like the one pictured in the product photo, but the description does promise to support more weight than that. Unfortunately, weight is not the only issue to consider: My cat is large at 20 lbs--not really fat, just a big breed--and the steps were very out of proportion to his natural stride. I tried coaxing him up and down a few times, but it was clear that his legs and paws were too big for the scale of these steps. In addition to the size of the steps, the plastic construction meant that the whole thing moved a little when my cat put his weight on it. Cats really dont like feeling unsteady ground beneath them, and this movement scared him. I ended up buying a much more expensive carpeted, wood-construction ramp for the foot of our bed, and he has had no trouble using that.
Dinged one star for price-perfect for cats     On: 2008-05-18

I agree w/ other reviewers that this is overpriced for what it is, that said, it is also the best value I could find. I had bought the ersatz sheepskin covered frame steps from PetSmart, but they were too flimsy and not tall enough. These stairs are an easy to clean molded sturdy thickness, lightweight plastic. The steps grips are okay, they do the job, I just dont know how well they will hold up over time. The important thong is my 19 yo cat can now get on and off my poster bed w/o assistance. At first he was somewhat leery, but now hes quite accustomed. Its also nice that they can be easily folded for storage, The neutral color, just as pictured, should be okay in any setting. I am very pleased.
Pet Stairs a pleasure     On: 2008-05-12

I have a crippled, half-blind, old calico Persian Kitty. A little cat nip on the steps to get her interested and she now hobbles up and down off the bed like a pro. It is just what we needed.
"PupSTEP"     On: 2008-05-10

I purchased "two" Solvit PupSTEPs. Both arrived very quickly. However, both boxes were damaged. Though seemingly intact. One was assembled immediatly put to use. Our 108 year old (dog years)dog loves it.

The second was assembled two weeks later for our vacation home. This unit was found to be missing the packet of padding for the steps and non-skid feet for the unit. Because we were anxious to put it to use, we cut and fitted "peel-and-stick" floor carpet squares to the unit. It works, but the factory pads fit and look much better.

I like the units and only wish that a "five" step unit (higher!!) was available.
Product is okay     On: 2008-04-21

The stairs are a little shaky which causes my dog to avoid them and try to jump up and down instead. Not a great product but the delivery, etc. was good.
Dog Steps     On: 2008-04-16

I was hoping my dog would feel comfortable using these steps to get into my tall bed (she has bad knees). However, the steps just werent high enough to reach the top of the bed. She refused to use the steps. The steps are sturdy, lightweight and well made. My 2 1/2 year old grandson used them to climb on my bed and then jump off! Then, he carried them into my closet and bathroom to find out first hand what was "up there!" I was going to return them, but now Im thinking I will keep them around for him!
Great Value     On: 2008-04-09

This item arrived in perfect condition. It is exactly what I wanted for our Papillon puppy to reach our bed. It is just right for light weight toy breeds. From other reviews it seems that its not good for dogs over about 8 or 9 pounds. We love the way it folds for storage and fits under the bed. Best of all it is affordable. We couldnt be happier with it.
I liked the looks of it, but the dogs did not like it.     On: 2008-03-29

I purchased this product so my weiner dogs could get on the bed easier. However, even with coaxing with treats, neither dog wanted anything to do with these steps. The colored pads that come with it have a slippery feel to them and I think that may have been part of the problem. But in all honesty I dont know if the product was the problem or just my dogs.
Bought for my mini dachshund     On: 2008-03-24

Solvit PupSTEP + Plus Pet Stairs I had purchased this item for my mini dachshund hoping to help her on and off the bed and couch. Unfortunately it just wasnt as stable as it should have been and the width on the steps was just a bit too narrow, even for her small body. I just was not comfortable with these steps and my little dog would not have anything to do with them. So unfortunately had to return them and will try to find some sturdier steps.
Buy and Return and Return Again     On: 2008-03-16

I was and am still very upset with the careless way this product was sent to me and also the fact that after ordering and returning and receiving a second shipment of this product.... both times the pads that go on the steps were missing from the package. Both packages were torn or ripped in places and the second package hadnt even been sealed. Doesnt anyone check these before they are shipped? I am asking for a refund on this item. I actually had to travel an hour to find a store that had pet steps. Needless to say with the price of gasoline these days it was an added expense. My pet had injured himself recently by jumping from a high area and is recovering. I needed these steps and certainly wasnt pleased with the delay in getting them. Just totally frustrated and upset.
Good but no perfect     On: 2008-02-28

For what they are, the steps are excellent. They are a simple strong well built set of steps that are afforadble. The problem with an older and larger dog is that they become wobly from side to side. Since there are no sides to the steps. the dog sometime mis-steps and misses, so she has fallen off the steps.
Off course, with sides, you are probably talking more complicated contruction and greater cost.
great for old dog     On: 2008-02-26

Works great for my old dog. These steps replaced the typical fleece-covered three step version you see alot. These steps are tall enough for my dog to get onto my very tall bed. The dog uses them not only to get up and but also to get down which keeps her from hurting herself by jumping down. Also great customer service from Solvit - the stair treads were missing, one quick phone call, and they mailed more to me within a week.
Great for Cats - excellent value     On: 2008-02-09

I purchased this mainly for my 14 year old, 10 lb. arthritic cat so she could access our new higher bed. I used treats on each step for the first excursion and there was no problem after that. The pet step height is 1 - 2 inches less than other stairways in our house. She easily traverses the pet stairs and our two younger cats love to race up and down them. The steps are more than sturdy enough for the cats and stays securely in place on the carpet. Self adhesive anti-slip foot pads are included with the steps for use on smooth floors.

I very thoroughly researched all the pet steps available and this was the best value I could find, especially with Amazons free Super Saver Shipping. Now if I could just find a product that worked as well removing cat hair from the bed!
Dog Steps     On: 2008-02-08

I purchased these steps for my Cavalier King Charles to get on the bed. It only took a couple of trys with treats to get her to go up and down them and now she runs up and down the steps. They are also very easy to store as they fold up. I would recommend these steps to anyone with a small pet.
Perfect for my cat!     On: 2008-01-26

Im really happy with these stairs! My cat is 21 and has arthritis. Shes just recently started having trouble getting up on my bed. At first I was worried about her even using them, but with a little bit of a tuna bribe she went up the stairs just fine. (A little side-note: she doesnt seem to be all that crazy about going down them, but time will tell.)

I was concerned about what kind of quality Id be getting from the steps b/c theyre pretty much the cheapest pair of its height. After having used them I have to say they are GREAT. The stairs are sturdy and as I mention before my cat has been using them.

Definitely worth the money. I dont see any advantage in spending a ton on stairs when you can get these for $35!
Good value for the money     On: 2007-11-13

This isnt the sturdiest set Ive ever seen, but for the money, nobody should it expect it to be. I helped my 17 year old arthritic cat climb it the first time by moving his paws and hoisting him up the stairs, and after one time, he got the hang of it. I think he still jumps off the bed instead of going down the stairs, but at least its much easier for him to jump up now. I like the tread on the stairs - all my cats are declawed, but they still enjoy the raspy feel of it on their paws. I recommend it.
Sturdy Stairs     On: 2007-11-08

I thought this stairs were really good. For the price they were excellent. Although 2 of my 3 dogs will not use them. The one that does use them mainly only wants to go down and not up. I think if we keep working on the training then he will possibly use them more. He happens to be the smartest one of my three so theres hope. But I must say it does take the dogs time to get used to if at all. Im hoping for the best but as far as stairs go these are pretty good quality.
DO NOT BUY THIS!!!!!!     On: 2007-11-08

It is NOT sturdy at all. If your dog is 5 pounds or less it might be ok, but my dog is 12 pounds and she wont even go up it because it moves when she tries to.
Post Surgery     On: 2007-11-07

We bought these steps to help our Malti-Poo get on the bed after having knee surgery on both knees. It took some coaxing (treats)to get him to go up, but he healed and is still using the steps. Now, he loves to run up them and jump on our other dog. We bought a second set so he could get into his favorite lounger, too. These are solid and the stair treads make him feel secure. I dont regret my purchase, and would gladly buy them again, if needed.
Fit for a weiner.     On: 2007-11-06

I purchased this because our Rat Terrier likes to get up on the bed. Still fairly young, he has no problem jumping up two feet of matress and bed frame but Ive noticed he limps occasionally when jumping down. Unfortunately the steps are small with a very steep incline so the little dog ends up carefully stepping down until he reaches a tipping point. Once gravity wins, he has to try running but the small but deep steps make a smooth return to floor level into a clumsy descent that crosses the borderline between comedy and potential injury.

Built out of the same material as most garbage cans, the too small and too thin pads are completely useless. The tiny rubber no-slip rubber feet work well enough until they fall off under the unimaginable stress brought by a 12 pound dog tumbling down the steps. After a brief inspection of the feet I also noticed that every time you extend the legs, the plastic is being bent severly by two round plastic bits that seem to function as a lock of some sort.

Other than that, fine product.
Kinda flimsy     On: 2007-10-23

The steps are pretty narrow and my 15 lb dog had trouble stepping down. Her paws would slip on the plastic so I had to put a towel on it to give her grip.
Great help for our small dog     On: 2007-09-21

Our old chihuahua loves to cuddle but is too small to jump onto the couch/bed. The Solvit PupStep offered a cheap and practical solution. The stairs are sturdy despite being plastic, they can be folded up, and the dog had no trouble learning how to use them. A great product!
Great help for our small dog     On: 2007-09-20

Our old chihuahua loves to cuddle but is too small to jump onto the couch/bed. The Solvit PupStep offered a cheap and practical solution. The stairs are sturdy despite being plastic, they can be folded up, and the dog had no trouble learning how to use them. A great product!
Save your litttle guy     On: 2007-09-19

We have a very tall bed and our three little guys can only get up on the bed with steps. These steps a simple to set up and best of all EASY TO FOLD UP WHEN YOU WANT YOUR LITTLE GUYS OFF YOU BED OR SOFA.
puppy steps     On: 2007-09-08

The order was recieved on time and in good condition. My dogs just dont like them at all.
puppy steps     On: 2007-09-07

The order was recieved on time and in good condition. My dogs just dont like them at all.
Excellent, these Steps are Stable, not bendable     On: 2007-08-04

These are great, theyre real stable instead of the soft foam steps, although those are nice also. My dog loves these steps, thanks! :o)


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