| r dog beds can look nice but they are usually better | | | | strong, this means that the puppy could potentially |
| suited to adult dogs. Young puppies may be better | | | | ruin the basket and you would have to pay for |
| with a plastic or a bean bag bed. | | | | another one which again could get chewed up. Of |
| If you are thinking of purchasing a puppy then one | | | | course the more serious side to this is that the |
| of the first things you will need is a nice, cozy bed | | | | wicker pieces could end up in your puppy’s |
| for them. The puppy will need somewhere that it can | | | | tummy and so generally wicker baskets are not |
| rest and feel safe whilst they are getting used to | | | | always as great as they seem. |
| their new surroundings and a wicker dog bed can be | | | | If you are looking for a suitable alternative then |
| the perfect gift for them. | | | | generally a plastic bed would be better. They do not |
| Choosing the Right Bed for Your Puppy | | | | look as good but they are extremely durable. This |
| When it comes to choosing a bed for your puppy | | | | means that they will withstand any chewing that |
| you will absolutely be spoilt by the choice available. | | | | your dog wants to do and you will not have to |
| There are plastic beds, wicker beds and quilt beds all | | | | replace them as often either. |
| in a variety of different styles. You can even | | | | Another option is the bean bag variety and these are |
| purchase novelty beds too as well as luxury beds but | | | | great for dogs that prefer to live without a basket. |
| a firm favorite amongst many dog owners is the | | | | They are comfortable and they give the dog plenty |
| wicker style bed. | | | | of room to move around. The covers on the beds |
| Wicker basket type beds are particularly common | | | | are also usually washable and that can help you to |
| because they look nice in the home and they tend to | | | | keep the home smelling nice and fresh. |
| blend in with the rest of the décor. They also | | | | Finally for short term purposes many people find that |
| make a kind of squeaky sound as the dog lies in it | | | | using a crate often helps. That keeps the puppy in |
| and that is supposedly comforting to the dog. So as | | | | one place and reduces the risk of any potential |
| well as looking good, a wicker basket will soothe your | | | | accidents within the home. They are also great to |
| puppy to sleep too. | | | | keep the puppy in whilst you have to go out for a |
| There are a few downsides to wicker baskets | | | | short while. However you should always ensure that |
| however and one of those includes the fact that | | | | you purchase a big enough crate otherwise it would |
| they can easily collect dust and dirt and that means | | | | be extremely cruel to keep the puppy in the cage. |
| they do require regular cleaning. Another problem | | | | Overall dog beds come in many shapes and sizes and |
| includes the fact that puppies chew quite frequently | | | | whilst wicker baskets might look nice and they might |
| due to the fact that they go through a teething | | | | be comforting to the dog, they can often be |
| process. Due to the fact that wicker is not very | | | | dangerous too. |