| Domesticated dogs, much like humans, like to | | | | zippered covering of cedar chips. These are |
| be pampered and comfortable. A dog bed is | | | | less comfortable than other types of beds, |
| just a dog bed before you get one. Your dog | | | | but more functional. |
| will likely take to it like a fish to water. | | | | |
| A 'cuddly' cushion makes a good dog bed. It | | | | Some dog beds offer the option of heating and |
| extends the sides to form a protective ring | | | | cooling. They do this through a heated or |
| and simulates the feeling of sleeping in a | | | | frozen gel pad fitted within the cushion. |
| pack. This gives your dog the added | | | | This is not a good idea for canines that have |
| psychological comfort for a good sleep. | | | | the habit of chewing furniture. Some dog beds |
| | | | heat in the manner of an electric blanket |
| It is a great idea to buy a dog bed. There | | | | that is placed on top of the bed and under |
| are certain benefits that a dog bed provides. | | | | the dog. These warmers are necessary for some |
| It gives your dog a comfortable sleep zone, | | | | dogs, particularly ones with joint issues. |
| in the same way a mattress does for a human. | | | | |
| The ideal dog bed raises the dog above the | | | | A dogs sleeping environment should duplicate |
| ground, provides warmth and supports the | | | | its natural sleeping habitat. The bed's size |
| joints of the dog. A whole range of dog beds | | | | should be proportionate to the dog. It should |
| is available. From expensive sofas that heat | | | | be large enough but not overly large. It |
| and cool as required to simple foam filled | | | | should make the dog feel natural and |
| cushions, there is a dog bed for every dog | | | | unthreatened. For those who want the perfect |
| and every level of spending. Some dog beds | | | | custom-made bed for their dog or want one |
| are filled with chips of cedar. These | | | | cheaper than would otherwise be available, |
| discourage the growth of fleas. Fabric that | | | | the option of making a custom dog bed is |
| is machine washable makes washing easier. | | | | always available. Here is one way to make |
| | | | such a bed. |
| Plastic, rattan and wicker are used in the | | | | |
| making of dog beds. Rattan and wicker dog | | | | You will need a string, pillow cover or tee |
| beds are constructed as low profile round or | | | | shirt and plastic grocery bags. Choose |
| oval baskets fitted with a custom-made | | | | designs that look best to your eye. Fill up |
| cushion. Plastic is often used in the same | | | | the pillow cover with the grocery bags and |
| manner to make beds. Care should be taken | | | | sew it up. You can do this with the t-shirt |
| however to see that it is chew resistant and | | | | as well. Optionally sew a zipper onto the |
| without sharp edges. Stainless steel is used | | | | pillow cover or t-shirt and periodically fill |
| in beds that are more expensive. This is easy | | | | it with plastic bags, as you like. |
| to clean. | | | | |
| | | | A good dog bed can provide all the rest your |
| Beds should use fabric that is resistant to | | | | dog needs to remain healthy and happy. A |
| chewing and easily washable. Some beds use | | | | healthy and happy dog means more fun-filled |
| foam or polyester fiber as filling. Though | | | | hours for you with your dog. In short, a good |
| these are comfortable, they do not stop the | | | | dog bed is a small price to pay for what you |
| laying of flea eggs. Dog beds that act | | | | get in return. |
| against egg laying fleas have an outer | | | | |