Can it be used without the stairs (for my dogs)? If I removed the stairs, it would not interfere with the stability of the whole unit?Thanks! Linda
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Yes. The main housing is the sturdy part. The slide and stairs just snap in after the housing is assembled.
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Umm I haven't used it without the stairs but it should be fine for dogs. If not they are pretty steep and shouldn't be in the way.
619379
Yes. The stairs are separate and only use brackets to attach to the bed. They aren't a structural part at all (but they are sturdily built on their own). I really like my bed. I wish the top bed was structurally safe for an adult...but, alas, it's not.
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I think you would be better off with one of those metal ones that has bigger wheels. This particular one has small wheels and probably would not handle the stairs that well.
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We also have a round stair post. It does secure on with the tension but if anyone runs into it or pushes too hard, it will slide off. It's the best one we found for our situation.
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It's been awhile since I put it together but I don't believe you can because the staircase is integrated into the design for the end of the bed. You'd have to fabricate your own end piece if you were to remove the staircase.
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yes - while I have smaller dogs - the steps are very sturdy - I am very pleased with the Stairs
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The steps were high enough to reach the sofa; that wasn't the problem. The problem was that my dog wouldn't use them no matter what I did, treats, etc., he just wouldn't use the steps. And I need him to b/c he won't jump off the sofa by himself! He'll jump on, but he won't jump off. He's an old mini-poodle w/arthritis so I thought the steps would be an answer but they're not!
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it would be a steep ascend/descend for the dog, but it would hold just fine. it is very sturdy. Personally, I would avoid going all the way into the garage and may pull out a bit so the ramp could extend longer, just because the climb would not be so steep and it would be much easier for the dog especially if it is a larger dog. My dog is a lab/ retriever an she does better with more length
648156
Not really but the bottom step is hinged with a fabric strap and does not hold it steady. I think the unit is unsafe and plan to replace it.
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Not without taking the drawers apart. I had the same situation with bringing it upstairs. I turned it over on it's top, covered it with a tarp and tied the tarp down, then used a large area rug to slide it up the stairs. I had a friend help me but could have used another person at the bottom, as I pulled the rug and he pushed.
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No, the step itself is very stable once you set it up & put it in place. There will be some noise from the impact of your stepping up & down, also if you are doing any jumping on top of it, but in my opinion that is to be expected. I hope that helped to answer your question.
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I would be VERY afraid to "free stand" it without securing it in some way. I purchased mine in the winter and stored it on our enclosed porch (cement floor) until spring. Any bump against it would cause it to shift and want to topple so I zip tied it to the outside stair railing. It also needs support at the bottom to keep the arch sides spread apart at the proper width to keep from straining the upper connections.
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I would say yes. The problem I had is not the sturdiness of the steps, it was the dogs were afraid to use it. Not sure why - its not slippery. Good luck!
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Once you put the steps together they can be taken apart but it would not be something you would want to do often. I got the 2 steps for my Yorkie. They are really well made and very sturdy. I got these when she was 1 year old so it took a little encouragement to get her to use the steps. She will go up them to get on the couch but won't go down them yet......she won't go down any stairs!
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it could be used for your stairs, its a bit bulky to take on ond off but if its just staying put no problem
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You're right, this is a safer bet without an extension ladder. But I've never had a problem, as the extensions lock together well. If it bothers you, just take the extensions apart, and use a single ladder. Or, you could tie them together or rig a 'lock' so that they absolutely won't come apart. This is a very cool device, and thicker, stronger and heavier than you'd expect.
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We love this stable too. I have never tried to remove the ladder. I believe it is stationary and supposed to be the ladder to the hay loft.