The Henley Doxie Stairs
Dog stairs made for dachshunds. Four soft steps, so she walks down instead of jumping.
- Low, deep steps sized for a dachshund’s short legs and long back
- Non-slip corduroy cover
- Five colors, taupe, ivory, navy, pink, black
- Reaches 19.7 in tall
- Zip-off, machine washable
- Holds up to 66 lb (30 kg) on a high-density foam core
Will she use them? “I didn’t even need to teach her how to use them.” Jenna S.
Do they have to be ugly? “All of them are either ugly or not practical, these steps are amazing.” Mary N.
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Cheaper foam steps exist
- 90 days to change your mind, not the 30 you get on Amazon.
- Return shipping is on us: prepaid label, no restocking fee.
- A dog can take a week or two to trust new furniture, sometimes longer. Thirty days barely covers it.
You’re not paying us for better foam. You’re paying for enough time to find out whether she’ll use it.
Product description
Every jump down off the sofa lands on the one part of her you can’t replace. The Henley Doxie Stairs put soft, deep steps where that drop used to be, so she keeps her spot beside you, and walks down instead of launching.
Built for dachshunds and other long-backed, short-legged breeds, for small dogs who simply can’t reach, and for senior, recovering or post-surgery dogs whose vet has said no more jumping. Four cushioned foam steps up to the couch, the bed, or her favorite window seat.
One height, built for the furniture most people have
19.7 in. tall. 27.6 in. long × 15.7 in. wide. For furniture around 17 to 21 in., which covers most sofas and standard beds.
Measure from the floor to the top of your cushion or mattress and compare it with that number. Much over 21 in. and she will still have a step to make at the top, and the adjustable ramp is the better tool for that.
Made for the dogs who need it most
- Room for a long body: wide, roomy treads 15.7 in. across on a long, gradual climb, space for short-legged dogs to place all four paws and climb with confidence.
- Premium high-density support foam: Firm enough to stay stable under every step, soft enough to be kind to sensitive paws, and dense enough to hold its shape under repeated use rather than folding flat the way soft block foam does.
- Non-slip corduroy cover: A grippy, textured surface keeps little paws sure-footed on the way up and, more importantly, on the way down, and the whole cover zips off to machine-wash clean.
- High-grade materials, through and through: Every component is made to last, the high-density rebound-foam core, the durable corduroy cover, and the non-slip base are all high-grade, with no cheap fillers and no shortcuts.
- Furniture that fits your home: Four furniture-friendly tones: Taupe, Navy, Pink and Black, chosen to sit quietly beside your sofa or bed instead of clashing with it.
The details
- Size: 27.6 in. L x 15.7 in. W x 19.7 in. H
- Weight capacity: holds dogs up to 66 lb (30 kg)
- Best for: dachshunds and long-backed breeds, small dogs, puppies, and senior or recovering dogs
- Materials: high-grade throughout, premium high-density rebound foam, a removable machine-washable corduroy cover, and a non-slip base
- Placement: couch, bed, window seats, and other indoor perches
A note on delivery: Your stairs arrive vacuum-packed so shipping stays gentle on the planet. Unbox them and the foam expands within minutes, then reaches full firmness over 24 to 48 hours (a little longer in cold weather).
Product specifications
| Size | 27.6″L × 15.7″W × 19.7″H: 4 steps |
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| Colors | Navy · Pink · Taupe · Black · Ivory (4 steps) |
| Materials | High-grade throughout, every component built for quality & longevity |
| Foam | Premium high-density rebound foam, firm enough to hold its shape under repeated use rather than folding flat like soft block foam |
| Cover | High-grade corduroy, removable, machine-washable, non-slip surface |
| Weight capacity | Holds dogs up to 66 lb (30 kg) |
| Best for | Dachshunds & long-backed breeds, small breeds, puppies, senior & recovering dogs |
| Placement | Couch, bed, window seats & indoor perches |
| Delivery | Vacuum-packed, expands in minutes and reaches full firmness in 24–48h |
| Assembly | None |
| Guarantee | 90-day comfort guarantee, free return shipping |
Common questions
How do I train my dog to use the stairs?
Put them exactly where your dog already tries to jump. Lure them up one step at a time with a treat and praise at the top, then do the same coming down, going down is the part most dogs need help with. Use them every single time they go up or down; consistency matters.
Will they reach my bed?
Measure from the floor to the top of your cushion or mattress, then pick the size closest to that number: the top step stands 19.7″, which suits furniture around 17–21″.
Can I wash the cover?
Yes. The cover unzips completely and goes straight in the machine, wash cold, air dry, and it goes back on the foam core.
What IVDD treatment actually costs
A single disc episode can run into the thousands once imaging, surgery and aftercare are counted. We built a calculator so you can see the numbers for your own dog before you need them.
Open the IVDD cost calculator →
The cover
Soft under her paws. Sure under her feet.
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Diamond-knit grip
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Plush to the touch
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Non-slip dotted base
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Hypoallergenic
Zip-off cover
Muddy paws happen. The cover comes off.
- 1Unzip round the base, lift it off.
- 2Wash cold, then air dry.
- 3Zip it back over the foam.
One Bad Jump Is All It Takes.
Getting up onto the sofa is effort. Coming back down is impact.
The drop, not the climb
Climbing up takes effort. Coming down is her whole body weight arriving at once, on a spine carried between very short legs.
A dozen times a day
Off the bed at six. Off the sofa when the doorbell goes. Off the armchair because you stood up. Every day, for years.
The part you can change
You don’t get to choose the shape of her back. You do get to put soft, deep steps exactly where the drop used to be.
She keeps the sofa. She just walks down to leave it.
One height. Built for the furniture most people have.
Four cushioned steps on a high-density foam core, deep treads, non-slip corduroy and a zip-off cover.
4 Steps
19.7″ tall
27.6″ long × 15.7″ wide
Most sofas and standard beds, roughly 17 to 21″ off the floor. Holds dogs up to 66 lb (30 kg).
Which furniture it suits
Measure from the floor to the top of your cushion or mattress and compare it with the 19.7″ top step. That number is the whole decision.
Low sofas and armchairs. Worth knowing: on a cushion this low the top step sits a little above the seat, so she steps down onto it rather than up. Most dogs take that happily, but much under 15″ and the stairs will stand noticeably taller than the furniture.
The size these were built for. Most sofas and standard beds. Pushed flush against the frame, the top step lands within an inch or two of the edge, a short stride rather than a drop.
Being straight about it: the top step is 19.7″, so on a tall bed she would still have a real step left to make. The adjustable Henley ramp reaches 22″ and is the better tool for that. See the ramp →
Stairs are for furniture. For a trunk or a tailgate, the foldable Henley ramp folds flat and travels. See the ramp →
Every detail your dog will actually feel.
Safer
- Non-slip corduroy cover across every step
- Wide treads, 15.7–17 in. across: room for a long body on every step
- Deep, gradual steps: she walks down instead of launching
- High-density support foam holds its shape under every climb
- Holds up to 66 lb (30 kg), steady under every step
Smarter
- Five furniture-friendly colors: Taupe, Ivory, Navy, Pink & Black
- Removable cover zips off and machine-washes clean
- 19.7 in tall: sized for most sofas and standard beds, roughly 17 to 21 in off the floor
- Vacuum-packed: expands in minutes, full firmness in 24–48 hours
Easier
- Zero assembly, no hardware to lose
- Lightweight, lift and reposition with one hand
- Furniture-friendly tones, blend with your furniture
- 90-day comfort guarantee, free return shipping
Things people ask before they buy.
Will my dog actually use it?
Most dogs take to soft foam steps quickly. Small dogs and dachshunds often pick it up in a day or two, and most are confident within a week or two. Best practice: lure them up with a treat the first few times, and use the steps every time they go up or down (consistency matters).
If your dog won't use them after a fair attempt, that's exactly why we offer a 90-day comfort guarantee. Ship them back, full refund, we pay return shipping.
What size dog is it for?
Built for dachshunds and other long-backed breeds, small dogs, puppies, and senior or recovering dogs. We hear from owners of dachshunds, Frenchies, and corgis protecting against IVDD; senior small dogs with stiff joints; and puppies still growing into their legs. Wide treads, 15.7–17 in. across, give a long body room to climb straight instead of twisting.
They stand 19.7 in. tall, which suits furniture around 17–21 in. Place them flush against the furniture so the top step sits level with the edge, or an inch or two under it.
Couch or bed, where do they work?
Both. Measure floor to cushion or mattress: the stairs stand 19.7 in. and suit 17–21 in., which covers most sofas and standard beds. Set them flush against the furniture so the top step sits level with the cushion or mattress, or an inch or two under it.
Above 21 in., she will still have a step up at the top. The foldable Henley ramp adjusts to 22 in. and is the better tool for a tall bed, and it is also the one for a car or an SUV.
Stairs or a ramp, which is right for my dachshund?
It comes down to the height and the room. Choose the stairs for the sofa and a standard bed, for tighter rooms where a full-length ramp has nowhere to live, and for dogs who prefer solid ground under all four paws. They sit against the furniture like a small piece of it, and they cost less.
Choose the ramp for the car, for a dog who would rather walk a slope than take steps, or when your vet has her on strict post-op restriction and you want no step impact at all. It adjusts 16″–22″ and folds flat to travel. It adjusts higher than the stairs stand, so for a tall bed the ramp is the one that gets her there. See the Henley ramp →
Plenty of dachshund households end up with both, steps at the sofa, ramp at the car. If you’re weighing what a disc episode actually costs, our IVDD treatment cost calculator lays out the numbers.
Is it slippery?
No. The cover is non-slip corduroy across every step, chosen for senior paw pads (which lose grip with age) and tentative dachshund or cat claws alike. The whole unit sits stable on the floor and won't slide out from under them.
Does it require assembly?
None. The stairs arrive vacuum-packed, unbox them, peel off the wrap, and the high-density foam expands within minutes, then reaches full firmness over 24–48 hours (a little longer in cold weather). No tools, no hardware.
How long does shipping take?
Free standard shipping from our warehouses. Orders arrive in 3–5 business days. You'll get tracking when it ships.
What if my dog won't use it?
The 90-day comfort guarantee covers exactly this. Email us within 90 days, we send a prepaid return label and refund your full purchase price when the stairs arrive back. No restocking fee. No questions about why.
Will my cat use it?
Yes. The same non-slip corduroy and gentle, low steps that work for senior dogs work just as well for cats, especially senior cats with arthritis, declawed cats slipping on hard floors, or post-surgery cats with no-jump orders. Most cats trust them within a few days.
Most dogs are using them within a week or two.
Some take a day or two. A few take longer. The 90-day comfort guarantee covers all of them.
Unbox & let it expand
Lift it out and peel off the wrap, the foam expands within minutes and reaches full firmness in 24–48 hours. Zero assembly. Place it at your couch or bed.
Teach the way down
Going up is instinct. Going down is the bit worth teaching, treat her at the bottom every single time for the first week, and walking down becomes her habit too.
She uses it on her own
Most dogs are confident within a week or two. If yours isn't using them within 90 days, ship them back. Full refund.
Quick check against the alternatives.
Most dog steps are either flimsy foam blocks or overpriced designer furniture, and shutting her off the sofa was never really an option. We’re the third way.
| Generic foam steps | Henley & Bone | Designer pet steps | |
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| Sized for long-backed breeds | × One-size cubes | ✓ Up to 17″ wide, deep gradual steps | × Styled first |
| Non-slip corduroy cover | × Bare, slick foam | ✓ Grippy on every step | ✓ Usually |
| Machine-washable cover | × Not removable | ✓ Zips off & washes | × Spot-clean only |
| High-density support foam | × Soft, collapses | ✓ Firm, holds its shape | ✓ Firm |
| 90-day comfort guarantee | × Returns charged | ✓ Free both ways | × Final sale |
| Free shipping | × Conditional | ✓ Always | × $40-$80 ship |
| Real brand & support | × Anonymous seller | ✓ Real people, real email | ✓ Yes |
We built these because of the dachshunds.
Henley & Bone started with a ramp for a 15-year-old golden with stiff hips. Then the letters started arriving, and so many of them were the same letter: a dachshund, a vet appointment, the word IVDD, and an owner who had just been told to stop the jumping, with no idea how you actually do that in a real house, with a real sofa, and a dog who has slept next to you every night of her life.
So we made these for them. Deep, cushioned steps low enough for the shortest legs, at least 15.7 inches wide so a long body has room to climb straight, a non-slip corduroy cover for tentative claws, and a firm high-density core that holds its shape instead of folding under her. The same idea as the ramp: take the hard landing out of her day and let her keep her spot beside you.
Here is what I will promise you and what I won’t. I won’t tell you a piece of foam changes what is written in her genes, plenty of shops will, and it isn’t honest. What I will tell you is that jumping down puts a sudden shock through a back that long, that your vet is right to want it stopped, and that these steps are a simple way to stop it without shutting her off the furniture she loves. If they aren’t right for your dog, the 90-day comfort guarantee has you covered, ship them back, full refund, we pay the return shipping. I’d rather lose a sale than sell something the dog doesn’t actually want.
Free shipping
Always, on every order. Arrives in 3–5 business days, tracked.
90-day comfort guarantee
If your dog won't use it, ship it back. Full refund. We pay shipping.
Five washable colors
Taupe, Ivory, Navy, Pink & Black. The corduroy cover zips off and machine-washes clean.
High-density support foam
Firm, non-slip corduroy over a high-density foam core. It holds its shape under her weight instead of folding flat.
Pairs well with
The rest of her day.
Steps at the sofa, a ramp for the tall bed or the car, and somewhere soft at the end of it.


