Choosing a Dog Bed

When choosing a dog bed for your pet, you have a seemingly infinite number of options.  Consider these guidelines from www.petproductadvisor.com.

             Desirable Dog Bed Features

• Provides comfort
• Conserves body heat
• Protects bony prominences
• Easy to clean/washable
• Durable
• Waterproof and resists moisture
  
  Ideal Dog Bed Choice
• A slightly elevated dog bed style with soft polyfill conserves heat; also the elevated style protects your pet from floor drafts. This type of dog bed combines softness and comfort with durability.
• Choose a style with a machine washable cover that can easily be thrown in the washing machine when dirty or soiled.
  
  Shopping Dog Bed Tips
• When choosing a dog bed, consider your dog’s size and choose one that will fit him as an adult.
• Consider a dog bed that fits in his crate to make his “home” more comfortable.
• When testing the bed filling, it should be springy, not compacted, after repeated use.
• Choose sturdy materials that can’t be ripped or consumed by your pet.
• A donut or nesting contour shaped dog bed that will fit around your pet to let him nestle in the center.
• Some beds have an inner wrap that keeps moisture from getting into and ruining core filling.

Choosing a dog bed can be its own adventure.  Tell us your tale.