| Most dog owners eventually wind up buying a bed | | | | cats, they may wind up competing for this bed. This |
| for their pets. Dog beds are wonderful things to own | | | | bed is also a great choice for dogs who like to |
| as they give "Fido" his or her own place in the house. | | | | burrow into your blankets or laundry basket. Simply |
| But which bed to buy? There are several types of | | | | add a small dog blanket, or towel to the bed. |
| dog beds out there. Regardless of the type, you will | | | | 3. Dog Pads or Pillows - Some dogs sprawl. These are |
| want to buy an orthopedic pet bed to ensure that | | | | the dogs who like to join you in bed and relegate |
| your pet has the most comfortable bed available. | | | | you to a quarter of your mattress. A pad on the |
| 1. Bolster Dog Beds - These type of beds are best | | | | floor will help to alleviate this problem. |
| for dogs who like to lean against something when | | | | If you don't know how your dog prefers to sleep, |
| they sleep. Typically these beds will have a small | | | | spend a week or two observing him or her while |
| bolster at the back end, or they may even resemble | | | | napping throughout the day. This will give you a good |
| a small couch. | | | | idea which type of bed your dog would be happiest |
| 2. Donut Dog Beds - Donut beds are ideal for dogs | | | | with. Remember, studies have shown that most |
| who like to burrow into their beds and sleep in a | | | | animals prefer orthopedic pet beds over other types |
| curled position. If you have a small dog and also have | | | | of mattresses or pillows. |