Our retriever/mastiff mix partially tore his ACL two weeks before our trip to Maine in June. We wanted him to go with us but, he refused to use a ramp. We ended up with a Pet Loader from www.petloader.com These are wider stairs with a more gradual rise. It took a few times and really good treats but now he climbs in the truck every time. They are a bit pricey but it saved our vacation! Enjoy the St.Lawrence. We went from Massena to Cape Vincent last summer and loved it. In fact, we are going back to Massena in August.
