Hi Cathleen,
We are so sorry to hear that the ramp didn't end up being the right fit for your German Shepherd, and we truly hope he is resting comfortably after his ACL surgeries. Caring for a senior dog with mobility issues is tough, and we always want what's best for our pup customers.
As a small, family-owned business handcrafting each product here in the USA, we unfortunately cannot absorb the high costs of return shipping on oversized items the way massive corporate retailers do. To keep our prices as low as possible for our customers, we do offer free shipping when ordering, as outlined in our shop policies.
We suggested local resale only as a friendly option to help you avoid paying hefty return freight costs out-of-pocket, not at all to brush off your concern.
We appreciate your honest feedback, and we wish you and your sweet boy all the best in finding a setup that gives him the relief he needs!
Sincerely, Stephanie & Mark