Choosing Designer Dog Beds

Traditionally, dogs were not provided beds, and were				other designer doggie clothes to extremes. Designers
lucky to sleep on a pile of rags, if they were allowed				create designer dog beds that resemble human
in the house at all. In recent years. However, lately				furniture, like little sofas or lounge chairs. Chances are
the trend has been for people to pamper their pets.				these mini sofas are available in a fabric or pattern
Not only do their dogs have beds, they have deluxe,				that matches your own sofa.
stylish designer dog beds to go with their chic				Along those lines, some of these dog beds are styled
haircuts.				to look like little human beds. Some even have
With the growth of designer pet accessories such as				headboards and footboards. Other designer beds are
dog collars and even clothing, it is no surprise that				styled more like the rest of your furniture, with
humans would want designer dog beds that would				designer dog beds hidden away, as if they were
match the style of their home, and the style of their				miniature indoor doghouses, except disguised as end
dog accessories. The trend toward high-end dog				tables.
beds has become so prevalent that there are stores				Special Function Pet Beds Some dog beds are
and websites specializing in nothing but designer dog				available which have advanced functions to increase
beds.				your pet's comfort. For example, heated dog beds
Fancy Names, Fancy Prices Normal dog beds, which				are available. These heated dog beds are ideal for
are available in a great variety of styles and colors,				older or arthritic dogs. Heated dog beds may not be
and which not only can meet your dog's needs but				the ideal pet beds in warmer climates. In hot climates,
also can match your decor, only cost around fifty				dog beds are available with cooling pads.
dollars. The price varies primarily according to the size				Things to Consider When Shopping for Designer Dog
of the bed (which in turn varies according to the size				Beds Different breeds of dogs have different body
of the dog). As soon as you add a designer's name				types, build and sleeping habits. The type of bed you
to the exact same bed, the price will at least double.				choose for your dog should depend on not only your
Form Factors of Designer Dog Beds Designer dog				dog's body type but also your dog's habits. If your
beds aren't typically just the same old beds with a				dog chews things, choose a bed that is sturdy and
designer's name on them, however. Even when these				"chew proof".
dog beds follow the same form factor as				It is very important that you consider not only the
non-designer beds, the designer who puts his or her				decor of the room where you wish to place the bed
name on the label has thought out the look and style.				but also your dog's habits. A fancy doghouse style
They come in just about any style, shape or size you				bed, which neatly hides your dog's bed away, isn't
can imagine.				going to be all that useful if your dog doesn't like
A typical form factor for these beds is the "donut"				small, enclosed spaces. You don't want to spend a lot
style. They don't resemble donuts all that much, as				of money on pet beds for your dog only to have
the bottom is actually solid and cushiony. They do				him ignore it.
have a ringed edge, also cushiony, and this edge is				If you are buying for a puppy, make sure you
what gives this style of designer dog beds its name.				understand how big the dog will eventually grow. You
The ring part of the bed makes for an excellent				will either have to buy a large bed later, or just buy
headrest for your pet.				one at the start. If your puppy is a larger breed it
Some dog beds carry the anthropomorphizing trend				may be a waste of money to buy a small bed when
indicated by the prevalence of doggie sweaters and				he is small, as they grow fast.