| You don't need to buy a designer dog bed to get a | | | | the more the better. It may be difficult to find a dog |
| quality dog bed. On the other hand, you do get what | | | | bed with all of the qualities listed, but if you shop |
| you pay for. When shopping for a dog bed, you are | | | | around, they are out there. Style is another thing to |
| better off purchasing one nice dog bed versus | | | | consider when shopping for a dog bed. Dog beds |
| several cheap dog beds over the years. Why? | | | | come in many shapes, sizes and colors. As long as |
| Because in the long run, buying several cheap dog | | | | the bed is large enough for your dog, style and color |
| beds costs more money. There are things to look for | | | | are up to you. If you are having trouble choosing a |
| so that you know you are purchasing a dog bed that | | | | dog bed, go with a neutral color that will coordinate |
| will last for years to come. | | | | nicely with your home. |
| -Consider the over-all interior and exterior | | | | Small dog beds are easy to come by. Large dog beds |
| construction of the bed. | | | | are not as easy, but they can be found. It is extra |
| -Does it have high memory foam? | | | | important that the interior is high quality with a large |
| -Is it over-stuffed? | | | | dog bed. Because larger dogs utilize them, they can |
| -Is it washable? | | | | do more damage to them with their weight alone. |
| -Is it dryable? | | | | Some dog beds have removable centers that double |
| -Does the manufacturer claim the fabric will not shift | | | | as dog crate beds. |
| upon washing and drying? | | | | If you can find one of these, it is a great investment! |
| -Can you remove the inner contents? | | | | A dog favorite is the bolster dog bed. Bolster dog |
| -Is it large enough for your dog? | | | | beds have an cushioned outer top that provides |
| You're looking for a "yes" to the above questions, | | | | extra comfort and security. |