| Dog bed styles have changed a lot over recent | | | | Is the bed machine washable? If not, you need to |
| years with more and more consumers looking for | | | | consider the expense and time involved in hand |
| unique and trendy styles to suit their home decor | | | | washing or dry-cleaning it. When considering washable |
| while still ensuring maximum comfort for their much | | | | dog beds, also consider what parts of the bed are |
| loved dog. | | | | washable. A number of products on the Australian |
| So how do you choose the perfect one among the | | | | market, like Snooza Pet Products, have both machine |
| huge range of options? It can be overwhelming but | | | | washable covers as well as inserts. |
| there are some simple tips that make choosing the | | | | Many outdoor dog beds can simply be hosed down |
| right one that much easier. | | | | so check for this option as this is a practical choice. |
| Your Dog's Sleeping Style | | | | Can you buy spare covers? |
| This observation is important when choosing a dog | | | | This is a great option as you can use the spare |
| bed as all dogs have different sleeping preferences. | | | | cover while the other is being washing. A great |
| For example, if your dog likes to stretch out across | | | | convenience for a busy household or a cheap way to |
| their bed, then a bed with raised sides is probably not | | | | create a completely different look. |
| the best choice. | | | | Durability |
| Similarly, if your dog likes to roll in a ball and tends to | | | | The durability of a dog bed is particularly important |
| press their back up against something then choosing | | | | for outdoor dog beds. |
| a bed with raised sides would be ideal. | | | | Check the materials used in the frame of any raised |
| Consider the Climate | | | | dog beds and any references to rust proofing etc. |
| If you live in a colder climate your dog is likely to be | | | | Also make a point to investigate the type of |
| warmer in a dog bed with raised sides as it can curl | | | | materials used in the cover. For example some |
| up against the sides to retain body heat. In warmer | | | | covers use Jute which is part of the Hemp plant but |
| climates dogs are more likely to want to stretch out | | | | much more durable. |
| when sleeping and therefore a bed with no sides | | | | If you choose an outdoor bed which is more like a |
| would be a better choice. | | | | cushion, then the same principles apply, check the |
| If your dog sleeps outside in cooler weather there | | | | materials used and ask questions about the |
| are a good range of heated beds and kennel dog | | | | maintenance of the product, for example can you |
| mats that may provide the ideal solution to keeping | | | | simply hose it down to keep it clean? |
| your best friend warm and cosy. | | | | Number of Beds |
| Raised dog beds are also a good indoor or outdoor | | | | The number of beds you need is not only |
| option in warmer climates as they keep the dog | | | | determined by the number of dogs you have, it's |
| elevated to enjoy the cool breezes. | | | | convenient to have a bed in a couple of areas of the |
| The Size of your Dog | | | | house so you don't have to move them around |
| If you have a larger breed and they are not fully | | | | during the day. |
| grown yet, consider their eventual size rather than | | | | Customised Styles |
| buying a bed specifically for a puppy. | | | | Many suppliers offer different fabric options to allow |
| When checking the measurements of a bed also be | | | | you to match the dog bed to your home |
| sure to consider the size of your dog when it's | | | | décor, consider the options as they really can |
| stretched out so you don't end up with a bed that is | | | | change the whole look of the bed. |
| too small. | | | | Guarantees & Repairs |
| Historically, the selection of large dog beds and extra | | | | Check the supplier offers a product guarantee |
| large dog beds were very limited, however there are | | | | against manufacturing flaws. Some even offer a free |
| now a lot of fashionable and practical beds for larger | | | | repair service like Snooza Pet Products in Australia. |
| breeds, so keep searching, they're out there. | | | | Consider these tips and best practices for choosing |
| Practicality | | | | your next dog bed and you'll find the perfect one |
| This is one of the more important questions to | | | | that suits your home decor while providing great |
| consider when looking for the perfect dog bed. | | | | comfort for your best friend. |