| Pets sleep 13 or more hours a day. Choosing the right | | | | Some beds are especially good for older arthritic |
| bed for your pet is a key to ensuring a nice | | | | dogs. Burrowing dogs like dachshunds, should have a |
| comfortable place to rest. Pet beds come in many | | | | small blanket they can snuggle under. Cats will prefer |
| different shapes and sizes. Choosing the right one for | | | | a round concave nest, mostly because they are |
| your pet takes some research. | | | | privacy seekers. Pet beds should be placed away |
| You must first observe the sleeping habits of your | | | | from drafty, high traffic areas which can be |
| pet to determine if they are nesters, bed hogs or | | | | disruptive and lead to health problems. A good place |
| chin resters. Next you should know the length and | | | | for your pet's bed is next to your bed or in your |
| width of your dog or cat. When you take your pet | | | | living room next to the sofa. |
| for its medical check up's, the vet can give you | | | | Once you have decided on the basic elements for |
| those measurements. Some pets will sleep curled up | | | | your pet, you will want to define whether the bed |
| while others like to stretch along the bed. How your | | | | will travel with you on trips. Some pet beds are more |
| pet sleeps will reveal the ideal type of bed to | | | | portable than others. If your dog will not be traveling, |
| purchase. If your pet likes to sleep on your bed or | | | | consider a sturdier bed such as a sofa bed. The bed |
| on the sofa that means it prefers a soft, warm spot. | | | | should be waterproof and warm enough if it will on |
| Most pets do prefer soft cushioned spots, but there | | | | occasion be moved outside to the patio or balcony. |
| are some dogs who like sleeping on the floor or | | | | Due to the huge variety of pet beds available today |
| carpet, especially in places that are not covered. This | | | | choosing the right one can be a daunting task. One |
| mainly applies to big dogs with heavy fur. | | | | good rule to follow is to make sure the quality of the |
| Most dogs would be most enthusiastic about a | | | | bedding is good. Sometimes dogs like chewing on |
| lounging bed since they tend to prefer higher sides | | | | their beds so choose carefully to avoid any digestion |
| which make them feel more protected and safe. | | | | issues. |