Here’s How To Choose The Ideal Dog Bed For Your Furry Friend

Although buying a dog bed for your furry friend may seem like an easy task, once you enter a store that has dog beds for sale you will realize it is not that easy to buy the first cute bed you see. When choosing your dog’s bed there are different factors that you should take into consideration such as your dog’s age, personality and any health concerns you might have. 

You will come across a variety dog beds for sale, different types and styles such as bolster beds, cedar filled beds, simple padded beds, orthopedic beds and many more. Since choosing the right bed involves more than just picking the one you like the most, we offer you a simple guide to help you make the right decision.

Cedar Filled

Similar to general padded beds, cedar filled beds are commonly used by families who are not concerned about their dog’s bed becoming smelly and making their home smelly too. Cedar filled beds easily attain odors but if you are not a fan of the cedar smell then they are definitely not the ideal option for you. Moreover, these beds do not offer the same comfort as cotton filled beds and are not padded enough to protect your pet from the hard floor.

Bolster

Bolster beds are the favorite because they feature the padding of a simple padded bed and a bolster on the back of the bed which provides extra support for the dog’s head. But these beds come with two drawbacks, their price and size. Bolster beds tend to be more expensive than simple padded beds and are generally quite big. So, before you go looking for bolster dog beds for sale, make sure you have enough space in your home where you can put it.

Simple Padded

The most popular type of dog beds are simple padded beds. Any basic dog bed that includes a material cover over a pillow or stuffing of some sort is considered a simple padded bed. Pet owners usually choose this type of bed because they come in a variety of designs, sizes and are quite affordable. But remember, cheaper is not always better. Very cheap padded beds come with a very thin pad and wear out quickly, leaving your dog sleeping on nothing but a pillowcase.

Orthopedic

Orthopedic beds are in general recommended for older dogs, dogs with hip problems or arthritis. The purpose of these beds is to keep your pet as far off the ground as possible. For that purpose, they come with a durable, thick and comfortable padding which decreases the amount of cold that your dog will feel by lying on the floor, reducing the impact of the hard surface on its ailing joints. Like bolster beds, orthopedic beds are also quite big and require adequate space. They can also be pretty expensive, so it is wise that you do a good research before actually investing in one.