Some Easy Tips On How To Pick The Best Bed For Your Dog:
Size: The bed must be big enough and strong enough to match your dog's breed. Carefully measuring your dog will assure the proper fit.
Measure your dog once standing up; from tip of nose to base of tail and also from floor to shoulders or head. Measure your dog another time in his typical sleeping position; perhaps his length when fully stretched out, or his diameter when curled into a ball. For nest and ball-type beds measure the length of your dog while he is curled up. Measure from the top of his head to the point where his tail meets his hindquarters, and then add 7 to 9 inches.
The right size dog bed will match or be slightly larger than your measurements. Beds that are too small may not be comfortable for your dog. You want to allow room for growth. If you dog is still growing, you will want to allow room for movement regardless of whether your dog is still growing or if he's already at maximum size.
Shape and style: The shape and style of the dog bed should be determined by the size and sleeping habits of your dog. Pay close attention to their favorite sleeping positions and locations. Does your dog enjoy sleeping in a sunny spot in the morning and by the bed in the evening? You may want a bed that can be easily moved about the house and fits the decor in several rooms. Buy a bed that matches the room where your dog spends the most time sleeping. Also keep in mind the height of the beds.
Selecting the shape: Dog bed come in several different shapes: donut, flat rectangular beds or bolster beds. To select the right shape for your dog, pay attention to how he/she sleeps. If your dog curls up when sleeping, then a bolster bed is the right choice for him. Bolster beds provide excellent cold-weather insulation as well since your dog can snuggle down inside of them. The Bolster Dog Bed is a soft cushion on base, surrounded by bolsters on all sides. This is best for pets that just love to curl up and sleeping a ball.
A slightly elevated dog bed style like a rectangular dog bed with soft polyfill conserves heat and the slightly elevated style protects your pet from floor drafts. This bed combines softness and comfort with durability.
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