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How to choose the correct bed for your dog
Most dogs sleep a total of nearly twelve hours a day! That means that they spend nearly half their lives slumbering. Therefore, knowing how to choose the correct bed for your pet becomes a crucial decision for both you and your pet.
Interestingly, the amazing array of beds available in the market today makes your job of choosing the right bed very simple but daunting at the same time.
Simple, because there is a bed to cater to every little requirement of your pet and you; daunting as there are so many of them, each having its own special attributes, that you can get utterly confused trying to decide which is the right one. Read on for assistance in your q uest to zero in on the best one.
What type of bed is best suited for your favorite pet? Obviously, you would like to choose one that he/ she likes so that it becomes easy for you to make him/her use it. Naturally, it's not possible for you to take your pet to a store and take naps on several beds before buying one.
If you take the following points into consideration prior to buying the bed, chances are, you will end up choosing the right bed for your pet.
Size: The bed must be big enough and strong enough to be able to take your pet's weight. However, buying one that's too big would amount to wasting space and money unnecessarily. Measure your dog carefully for a proper fit.
Measure from the top of his head to the point where his tail meets his hindquarters, and then add 7 to 9 inches. If you are buying a mattress dog bed, then measure your dog, from nose to where his tail meets his hindquarters, and add 12 inches.
Allow room for growth if your pet is still growing and, of course, allow room for movement irrespective of whether your pet is a pup or an adult.
Shape: Dog beds are generally available in two shapes: round and rectangle. To choose the correct shape you have to observe the position in which your pet sleeps. Nests and balls are ideal for pets who like to curl up when they sleep.
These beds also provide excellent insulation in winter, and your pet will love to snuggle into them.
But if your pet likes to stretch out, then a mattress bed would be the right one for you. This type of bed allows your pet to stretch, curl, roll, toss and turn before finally settling into a position of his/her liking.
Filler Material: You should know that the type of filler material you choose will have a direct bearing on your pet's comfort; hence, it is important to make an informed decision in this regard. Your pet's age, size and health should be taken into consideration when selecting the filler material.
The basic choices for filler material are solid foam or stuffing. Keep in mind that inexpensive beds use cheap quality foam and the bed will flatten in no time. So don't hesitate to pay a little more to make the bed last longer.
Stuffed beds use small pieces of foam or polyester fluff as stuffing and are referred to as poly-fill dog beds. Choose "high loft" beds which means that they won't flatten out and lose their "spring" over a period of time.
Another thing to look for is a bed with "baffled chambers" which keep the pieces evenly distributed throughout the bed. In choosing a foam mattress, the two most important things to consider are firmness and density.
Firmness determines how hard or soft the mattress is while density determines the bounce. A good mattress should have higher density and more firmness. If your pup is teething or has the special ability of chewing through any of the traditional beds available, don't despair.
View all Ortho Foam Dog Beds Bed Cover: All pet parents will agree that dogs are messy creatures. So the bed cover has to be made of a fabric that is 100% machine washable. It should also be durable and double-stitched to stand up to the sharp toenails of your canine friend.
Try to get an extra cover (or at least a bed for which you can purchase more covers) so that when one goes for laundry the other comes into use. Moreover, if your pet has allergies, cleaning the cover frequently will reduce the allergens and can prevent the possibility of a flea infestation.
In conclusion, choosing the correct bed for your pet can be quite a challenge to most pet parents. Don't be in a rush to buy a bed as soon as you get your pet home. Give him / her some time to acclimate to his/ her surroundings and to you.
Meanwhile, try to understand and study his/her habits and behavior so that you learn about his/her requirements. The two most important points to consider while choosing the right bed are: 1) the comfort of your pet and; 2) whether the bed complements your pet's needs.
You can't possibly go wrong with the choice of your pet's bed if you make these your priorities.
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