| Does Your Dog Need a Bed? | | | | single spot where the majority of your dogs |
| By observing your pet, you will have a better idea of | | | | shedding and/or dander is contained. Choose a style |
| what product to look for as his daily comfortable | | | | with a machine washable cover that can easily be |
| resting place. Dog beds today come in all sizes, colors, | | | | thrown in the washing machine when dirty or soiled |
| shapes, materials and to suit any pooch and any | | | | to make sure the bed is easy to clean. Some beds |
| decor. If that's not enough you can even have dog | | | | are also specifically treated to eliminate mold, fungus, |
| beds custom made. The bed will give your pet | | | | or other outdoor hazards which may affect your |
| somewhere to feel secure and safe. | | | | pooch. |
| How Do you choose the Right Dog Bed? | | | | Most are stuffed with polyfill, often have cedar chips |
| Watch your dogs behavior. Does he like to stay | | | | to repel odors and their covers are removable and |
| warm under the blankets? Does he avoid the bed | | | | machine washable. Make sure the sides aren't too |
| because he needs to cool off? Does he sprawl and | | | | high or there is a lower opening so that your hound |
| stretch out completely? Answering these questions | | | | won't have to jump to get in and out. |
| will help you choose the right bed for your dog. | | | | There are any number of styles of dog bed, such as |
| You should also consider the size of your room and | | | | indoor or outdoor, heated or not, travel or car beds |
| size of the bed needed for the comfort of your dog. | | | | and orthopedic beds for the older canine. Select one |
| If he's relaxed and fully stretched out, measure his | | | | that fits your dog's needs and lifestyle. As your dog |
| length and add about five inches to get the best fit. | | | | gets older you'll need to consider his needs. Just |
| A good canine bed provides protection and a cozy | | | | imagine Grandma climbing into a waterbed with a |
| warm place to sleep for a hound that spends most | | | | two-foot frame? Or better yet, imagine her trying to |
| of his time outside. Beds with sides are great for | | | | get out! There is a wide selection of dog beds |
| dogs that like to hang their head over the edge. | | | | available for the older dog. |
| Cushions and support should be considered for older | | | | At the other end of the scale you might need to |
| dogs, as well as pooches with other joint or bone | | | | consider a a chew proof bed, especially for puppies! |
| problems. | | | | Providing your pooch with a high quality bed of his |
| Dog Bed Features and Benefits | | | | own does far more for for your pet than you'd |
| Picking the right dog bed will help with allergies and | | | | expect. Make sure it fits and suits your dog and he |
| also expedite cleaning up. It provides you with a | | | | will be a happy pet for years to come. |