What is the Perfect Dog Bedding for My Best Friend?

If you really want to pamper your pet with the goal of providing a relaxing place for him to sleep, consider all the types and styles of dog bedding available... there are are plenty of choices. Your responsibility as a pet owner, of course, is to contemplate which type will work best for your dog. Your dog will make his vote by consistently using the dog bedding you choose.

Whether you have a Chihuahua or a Saint Bernard (size is an important consideration obviously), the other factors to think about when selecting the best dog bedding for your dog include his disposition, inclinations, and daily patterns of behavior.

Orthopedic dog beds furnish maximum support and comfort. This mattress variety dog bed is often best for older dogs or dogs with medical issues. Often orthopedic dog bedding is the best choice if your canine companion heads to his rest right after an energetic walk or play time or seems lame or achy.

Orthopedic style dog bedding often has memory foam cushioning which many dogs find very comfortable, especially dogs that are always trying to adjust their bed or their favorite throw rug by scratching or pushing it into a ball and then lying on it.

Sofa or couch types of dog beds, like orthopedic beds are great for dogs who can never seem to find a place that is comfortable for them. Some times they need the extra thick padding that this dog bedding provides. These beds also allow plenty of room for lounging and stretching out the way many dogs are prone to.

Have you ever found your dog sleeping with his chin propped up on a pillow, a balled-up throw rug, or the couch arm rest? What he needs is a Bolster bed style of dog bedding. The bolster is just a higher pillow attached to and enclosing the dog bed that gives him support for his head.

Once you have nailed down the style of dog bedding established by your dog's habits, needs, or disposition you can determine the dimensions of the couch by comparing it to the size of your k9 friend. No matter what the size of your dog, by measuring him when he is lying down and adding 9" to 12" you will establish the size he needs. It's that effortless.

Another consideration to help determine the best kind of dog bedding for your friend is where he spends most of his time. Is he an inside or outside dog? If outside, consider buying a water proof dog bed that is protected from the elements. Does he go with you on camping trips or sleep on the deck. If your dog is older and has urinary incontinence this type of bed would be a good choice.

Having taken the time to prepare yourself with this advice, it is time to acquire the proper dog bedding for your dog. Your dog looks to you for its health and comfort. Purchase a well made dog bed for your k9 friend, as it is money well spent that will help in maintaining the comfort, happiness, and health of your closest bosom buddy.