| People often wonder what is the best dog bed for | | | | sure it doesn't detract from your decor. There are |
| their pet, as not all dog beds are made equal. From a | | | | many beautiful designer dog beds on the market that |
| 2kg Chihuahua or a 40kg Akita, they all need a | | | | can enhance your living space. Leather beds look |
| comfortable spot to rest their bones. Here are a few | | | | wonderful with antiques or wooden furniture. Faux |
| things to consider when choosing a dog bed. | | | | fur styles are not only a dogs favourite, but blend |
| How big is your pet? Small dogs seem to prefer a | | | | well with many decor styles. |
| soft nest style bed that they can snuggle up into, | | | | Does your dog have any special needs? If your dog |
| while larger dogs tend to like to spread out a bit | | | | is older or has some health problems they may need |
| more. Rule of thumb when choosing the right size | | | | a heated bed or one with low sides for easy access. |
| bed for your pet is to get one that is a length and a | | | | Arthritic dogs need a bed with added support or a |
| half of the animal, as this allows it room to stretch | | | | higher depth of cushion. |
| out if needed. But don't get a bed that is too large | | | | How much should you pay? Don't be overly tempted |
| as this will not keep your pet warm in winter. | | | | by the offer of cheap pet products. You truly do get |
| Where will the bed be located? Is it to be kept in the | | | | what you pay for. Beds with removable covers that |
| laundry or on constant display around your house. If | | | | allow for much easier washing and will last you much |
| it's in the laundry then get a raised trampoline style | | | | longer than beds without covers. A slightly higher |
| as this will keep your pet raised off the cool tiles. If | | | | outlay in the beginning can mean much less over a |
| it's going to be kept in your living area then make | | | | longer period of time. |