Winding stairs up to apartment

[IdgL]

We are thinking of adopting a greyhound and live in a 3rd floor flat. Anyone have experience of teaching a greyhound to use stairs like these? Is it doable? 

[MerseyGrey]

You could be surprised. Our boy does not attempt the stairs in our house, but when we went on holiday earlier in the year, we stayed in a cabin which was reached by about thirty steps. He bounded up and down them without any problems. Back at home, he still doesn’t try to go upstairs. Nothing is insurmountable but you might like to have some high value treats on hand to coax your pup upstairs. Lots of patience, positive reinforcement and a willingness to carry your new roomie up and down for a while if necessary.

 

[cleptogrey]

they are carpeted, easy peasy

 

[greysmom]

As long as they are not open treads a dog can easily do these.  Coming down is going to be difficult though, so make sure you work with him on going slowly.  Working with a harness may be helpful.

[IdgL]

Thanks for the reassurance, the adoption agency seemed less optimistic about stairs, but we are prepared to do a lot of work on it! 

[Popsofjewel]

Just take it slow one step at a time and should not be an issue. The carpet is a big plus. Good luck.