| Dogs will love to be in their crate if a proper dog | | | | their crate with a thicker bed inside. |
| crate bed is selected. Dogs have an innate longing to | | | | 3) Dog Age: Younger dogs will have a tendency to |
| be in a den environment. It makes them feel safe | | | | chew on things. Investing in an expensive bed for a |
| and secure. If you have a dog, you will tend to | | | | young dog may end up being much more costly than |
| notice that they love to sleep under desks, tables or | | | | expected. Every owner needs to decide if it is better |
| anything else they can find to cuddle up under. If | | | | going with a less expensive dog crate bed for a |
| they cannot find a cozy location, they tend to curl up | | | | younger dog. Elderly dogs could benefit from an |
| next to a wall. They feel more secure than being out | | | | orthopedic dog bed or a bed that is level with the |
| in the open in the middle of a room. This is why | | | | crate entrance. |
| choosing a comfortable crate bed that works for | | | | 4) Dog Temperament: A hyper dog will go threw |
| your dog's breed and temperament is important. | | | | many more beds than a calmer dog. Temperament |
| All dog crate beds are not created equal. One type | | | | can be breed specific or age specific. |
| or brand is not necessarily better than another. | | | | 5) Crate Size: Be sure to measure the inside |
| However, there are definite differences in bed | | | | dimensions of the crate that the bed is intended to |
| materials (inside and out), thickness, quality and sizing | | | | go inside. Measure width, depth, and height of the |
| variations. Every manufacturer has a different set of | | | | entrance ledge. Try to get the best fit without going |
| standards that they believe makes for a quality dog | | | | large than the inside dimensions. Also try to match |
| bed. Just because a bed is expensive, does not mean | | | | the crate bed's thickness with the height of the |
| that it is the best on the market to meet your dog's | | | | entrance ledge for easiest entrance and exit. |
| needs. | | | | 6) Color: Many stylish dog owners definitely find it |
| When making an online purchase, try to find a store | | | | pleasing that there are so many color variations and |
| that ships for free because these are heavy weight | | | | designs available to match almost any decor. Matching |
| items. Based on your dog's breed and temperament, | | | | the decor of the room the is a plus. This will help it |
| there are many factors to consider when choosing | | | | blend in with the rest of the room. |
| the right dog crate bed for your dog: | | | | 7) Price: There are so many different brands of dog |
| 1) Material (inside and out): Is the outer lining | | | | beds that come in different colors, sizes and prices. |
| removable and machine washable and dryable? This is | | | | Based upon the above factors and a dog owners |
| especially important if you have a drooly dog or one | | | | taste, the price of your pet's bed should be |
| that sheds a lot. Is the bed water or moisture | | | | considered. Keep in mind that certain larger sizes are |
| resistant? Pay attention to the material itself. Certain | | | | harder to find and may be more expensive. |
| materials, such as Sherpa keeps dogs cool in warm | | | | The perfect dog crate bed can make for a cozy |
| weather and warm in cool weather. Many pet | | | | haven for your dog to snuggle up. They do like the |
| owners do not realize that there are pet crate beds | | | | den-like environment for security. Quality crate beds |
| out there that have washable stuffing. | | | | are easy to find if you pay attention to the above |
| 2) Dog Breed: A dog's breed should be considered | | | | factors. Your best friend will find their crate is not |
| when thinking about a bed's thickness. Larger breeds | | | | only a place to be put away for the night or when |
| may have a more difficult time entering and exiting | | | | they misbehave but their own luxury condo! |