It's in the Accessories
Is your dog panting in the heat of summer or trying to keep warm on cold winter nights? You can add comfort to your dog's sleeping arrangements by adding accessories to their sleep area. Heated beds are available to keep your pooch warm and toasty. Just plug them in and let your dog enjoy the warmth. To keep your canine nice and cool, try a cooler mat. Some are designed to be soaked in water and air-dried and will keep their chilling power for days.
It's What's On the Inside That Counts
Don't overlook the stuffing of dog beds before you make your purchase. Some dogs are allergic to some synthetic materials and can get rashes from being in contact with plastics. At dog beds deluxe, we only offer beds covered in poly/cotton or luxurious microsuede material.
Try to find a dog bed with all natural materials, like wool and cotton. A bed stuffed with cedar chips has the additional advantage of warding off fleas and other insect pests. Some other beds use recycled material for the stuffing, which keeps down the waste in our environment.
Dog Beds - A Space of His Own
If your dog is the resident couch hog, then consider getting him a space of his very own. There are a wide variety of beds available from warm and fuzzy nest balls, to canine sized mattresses, to furniture inspired replicas of beds and sofas.
Giving your pooch his own personalized space will give him a comfortable retreat and let him know where he can spend his time sleeping and lounging.
Dog Beds For Kennels and Crates
Just because your dog sleeps in his crate doesn't mean he can't be comfortable. You can add an orthopedic bed, foam pad, or fleece pad to make his area soft and cozy. These crate inserts come in the waterproof and machine washable variety so that you can keep your pooch's area clean as well.
| Buying a dog bed
When buying a dog bed, here are some things you need to think about:
* First, think about the size and needs of your dog. The dog should be able to lie flat on the dog bed, stretched out on its side, without hanging off the bed.
* How healthy is your dog? If your dog is arthritic, it may need a heated dog bed. If the dog has incontinence problems, you're going to need a dog bed that can be easily cleaned, or maybe two dog beds to swap in and out.
* What would make your dog most comfortable? Dog beds come in many sizes and styles. There are pillows, mats, rugs and cuddlers. Pillows are big cushions. Mats are thinner than pillows, and rugs are even thinner. A cuddler is like a pillow with sides, so your dog can curl up and have some walls around him. A puppy or small dog is going to have much different needs than a big dog or a very active one.
* What is the bed filled with? Most are filled with foam, but some are filled with cedar, which repels fleas and smells fresh. If you purchase a cedar bed, make sure it is refillable.
* The covering must be removable and washable. It will get dirty, or worse.
* Where are you going to put the bed? If it's going to be in a room, especially a well-traveled living room or den, you will want to match the bed to the room's colors and atmosphere. If you are buying a bed for a dog's crate or dog house, the color isn't going to be as important.
* How much do you want to spend? A simple fleece rug can be found online for as low as $10. Pillows and cuddlers run between $20 and $150, depending on the size. It's up to you and your wallet again.
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