Pet Loader is available is several different models. Models differ primarily in platform (step) material and width of the platform. Our aluminum models are lighter and easier to handle. ABS platforms tend to be more rugged.

Measure vehicle from the pavement to where your pet will enter the vehicle such as the cargo floor, seat, truck bed, etc.

Measuring Pet Loader

Choose the number of steps, 3, 4, or 5, that is right for for the height of your vehicle (some models are also available with 6 steps). Measure vehicle from the pavement to where your pet will enter the vehicle such as the cargo floor, seat, truck bed, etc., then see our height chart below.

Pet Loader ABS 3 Step
Pet Loader ABS 4 Step
Pet Loader ABS 5 Step
Pet Loader ABS 6 Step

There are three step widths available for the Pet Loader; 12″, 16″ and 18″ wide. When choosing your Pet Loader size and width, be sure to consider where you will be using them and the agility level of your dog.

Larger dogs—particularly those with compromised mobility—will do better with wider 16″ or 18″ steps. Smaller dogs will do just fine with the smaller 12″ width.

When using Pet Loader dog stairs for cars and sedans, take a moment to check the available space when your door is open. (Some car doors do not open as fully as others and may only allow a 12″ wide model to fit properly.)

Pet Loader dog stairs will last longer than most people keep their cars, the Pet Loader can be customized in the future to fit any car height, by adding or removing steps at any time.

Pet Loader will safely carry all dogs!

Pet Loader Mini — 12″ Width

Aluminum

Model Platform Width Weight Full Extension Height
3-Step 12″ Wide 15 lb 16″ to 20″ high—great for car backseats, beds, couches
4-Step 12″ Wide 18 lb 20″ to 30″ high—vehicle height
5-Step 12″ Wide 21 lb 30″ to 40″ high—vehicle height
6-Step 12″ Wide 28 lb 40″ to 50″ high—vehicle height

Pet Loader Ultra Light — 14.5″ Width

Aluminum

Model Platform Width Weight Full Extension Height
3-Step 14.5″ Wide 16 lb 16″ to 20″ high—great for car backseats, beds, couches
4-Step 14.5″ Wide 20 lb 20″ to 30″ high—vehicle height
5-Step 14.5″ Wide 24 lb 30″ to 40″ high—vehicle height
6-Step 14.5″ Wide 29 lb 40″ to 50″ high—vehicle height

Pet Loader 16″ Aluminum — 16″ Width

Aluminum

Model Platform Width Weight Full Extension Height
3-Step 16″ Wide 17 lb 16″ to 20″ high—great for car backseats, beds, couches
4-Step 16″ Wide 21 lb 20″ to 30″ high—vehicle height
Our Most Popular Model!
5-Step 16″ Wide 25 lb 30″ to 40″ high—vehicle height
6-Step 16″ Wide 30 lb 40″ to 50″ high—vehicle height

Pet Loader Light — 16″ Width

ABS Plastic

Model Platform Width Weight Full Extension Height
3-Step 16″ Wide 18 lb 16″ to 20″ high—great for car backseats, beds, couches
4-Step 16″ Wide 24 lb 20″ to 30″ high—vehicle height
5-Step 16″ Wide 30 lb 30″ to 40″ high—vehicle height
6-Step 16″ Wide 34 lb 40″ to 50″ high—vehicle height

Pet Loader XL — 18″ Width

ABS Plastic
Our widest platform, recommended for the great breeds such as mastiffs

Model Platform Width Weight Full Extension Height
3-Step 18″ Wide 21 lb 16″ to 20″ high—great for car backseats, beds, couches
4-Step 18″ Wide 29 lb 20″ to 30″ high—vehicle height
5-Step 18″ Wide 38 lb 30″ to 40″ high—vehicle height
6-Step 18″ Wide 45 lb 40″ to 50″ high—vehicle height

Pet Loader MAX — 18″ Width

Aluminum
Our strongest widest platform, recommended for the great breeds such as mastiffs

Model Platform Width Weight Full Extension Height
3-Step 18″ Wide 21 lb 16″ to 20″ high—great for car backseats, beds, couches
4-Step 18″ Wide 28 lb 20″ to 30″ high—vehicle height
5-Step 18″ Wide 36 lb 30″ to 40″ high—vehicle height
6-Step 18″ Wide 42 lb 40″ to 50″ high—vehicle height