I built my dog a ramp today to help her tired legs as she goes in and out. I used composite decking boards on the surface, and it is too slippery for her. It may be too steep as well, which will be a PITA to fix. Took all day to build. I was looking for some inexpensive rubber mats that can cover the incline, which is 8 feet long x 4 feet wide. The landing at the top is about 3 and half feet x 4 feet wide, but probably does not need a mat. I was surprised to see how much some of these mats cost. Does anyone have any suggestions for a inexpensive mat that would work well for me, and not hurt my dog's feet or be harmful to her in any way?

Here is the ramp:


She isn't so sure about it at this point:

 

Astroturf wouldn't look great, but it's easy and cheap.

 

Maybe something like this?

 

While the 3' wide would probably be fine, the 5' long is too short. I would rather not have to cut a mat if possible

 

What about grip tape? Can't imagine that would be any different for her then walking on concrete/gravel etc.

 

 

Sorry, forgot to come back to this thread. I ordered this one today. Thank you.

 

Cool, hope it helps her out.

 

The mat came in today. She is not slipping and no longer scared to use the ramp. fits perfectly, is thin, and is exactly what I was envisioning. Thanks again.

 

Suite!