How well does it stand up to 'rooting' dogs?
178220
It should not affect it due to the strong covering material that it is incased in...My dogs "dig" a bit when they lie down on anything but have'nt had a problem with this dog mattress...I think it will hold up well...
178221
My dog roots as well, and it holds up great. The material is not loose, and is very durable, so when she scratches it doesnt move like lumpy dog beds do. I literally am so happy with this bed, and so is my dog!
178222
I do not have a rooting dog. But our dog does tend to turn around several times then sit. The bed does well for that. It is quite firm and sturdy.
178223
I have a pup that try's to dig at the pillow at times but he hasn't done any damage. After I noticed that I placed a two old bed sheets on top of the bed, to help prevent any wear and tear on the cover. Easy to clean, machine wash bed sheets and just sweep off any dirt or hair from dogs. All the three dogs will pile on at night for bed, they love it.
178224
The firmness of the bed along with the tight fitting cover has held up well to the dogs efforts to roll or ball it up. It also has some weight to it,making it less likely to be folded up easy.
178225
We have a Boxer and Chesapeake. The Boxer roots sometimes but not intense. I will say that this is the first bed he hasn't chewed. Maybe he finally figured out if he does it will be the last. The original cover, the zipper broke (not because of dogs) and the seller replaced the cover promptly.
23951
Hi there, I like it a lot. I am a volunteer at the humane society and I use it on all the dogs I am walking and training with. Big, heavy dogs to even puppies. Have fun and thanks for asking, Chris
2193093
I have a standard dachshund, 21 pounds, and she is up and down the stairs with no problems at all.. doesn't stress them at all. It is pressboard, but is not at all flimsy. Definitely worth it for what we needed to take the weight of the pups. Recommend!
293808
I use it on my 140 lb Great Dane. He's almost one and a half years old, and it works very well. I never need to use the stimulation over level 40 (goes to 100), and the vibrate gets a reaction in most situations, even though I would compare it to a strong cell phone vibration. The remote and the collar seem to hold up well, and the length of the collar strap is plenty for us, and I imagine even a larger dog as well. IF you have a dog with very long, very thick fur, I would recommend getting the prong extensions so that they can actually feel the stimulation through all that hair.
663753
It's not rough at all. I have 3 very sensitive dogs who are all white and it does just fine with them. Great leash for regular day to day walking as well add dog training.
202528
I tried using it indoors with my 6 lb. miniature dachshund, and he could easily knock it over. However, it works fine outside, with the stakes anchoring it. Your dog, being much bigger and stronger, may need something more rigid.
1649568
It does get a bit soiled, not terribly but we currently have it installed at the top of our stairs to keep the kiddos up and the dogs downstairs as a second bonus. Worse than the mesh, though, I would note that the white plastic handle (which you essentially have to use to get the bar latched across) gets finger marks on it but does clean up with a little effort. The ribbons (top and bottom) that give the mesh its strength have started to wear and have thread-like feathering that makes it look worn but we literally open and close dozens of times daily.
351733
Hi Shelley, yes its very well made and durable I own 2 gsd and a yorkie. My 2 gsd have heavy undercoats and furminator takes quite a beating with my 3. My friend who recommended it to me has 2 full grown Huskeys. So I think that speakes for it self. If you still have doubts just call your local dog groomer and get some confirmation/tips. Best of luck to you and your fur baby. :)
1947635
We have 2 70 lb dogs and tie them to this. it's held up very well. my only suggestion is be sure to put it far enough in the ground and be sure it's in there solid (if the ground is wet there is some play in it, but it's held up so far!
1991526
I have 3 dogs, one small and two medium, that have had them on for 5 months now with no problems. I have heard stories of people trying to use them with a leash and that didn't work out so well for them because of the breakaway feature.
779603
Yes! It holds up to a large dog who has destroyed every other brand we've tried.
105021
Hello, I think you will be fine with this dog step, my son (90 lbs) will sit on ours and it is holding up. My dogs are smaller (Jack Russel's) and hit it full speed going into our house and after a year of abuse is still operational.
1631866
I have two 16 month old black labs (85 and 90 lbs). They have done fine in it. It does seem to feel more flimsy than our smaller ones but I think that is just because of the height of the kennel. The latch has to be secured with a wire though on the one we use all the time..they paw at it and have been known to get out. My metal tray (which is why we bought it) is about 2 inches shorter than what I think it should be. Had to anchor it so that the dogs could not paw at rug that was beneath it.
338222
Not me, but my dog is more of a claw-er and less of a chewer. It seems pretty sturdy to me, I would be super impressed if your dog chewed out. My neighbor has the same one for his pitbull (who tore out a giant chunk of drywall) and it's withstood her tendency to destroy things.
1332698
no problem as of yet had it for 4 days. i have a husky a corgi mix and a shibu inu and they all use it as well as play and jump all over it.
585828
Yes, its sturdy enough, just make sure it doesn't slide off when your dog tries to get on it. It needs to be secured somehow.
512271
It will probably hold up, but if your dog has long nails, they can get caught on and possibly tear the lining. The mesh is pretty durable, but still it could happen.