Archive for June, 2010
Since your dog spends a good chunk of his life turning around three times then sleeping, the right bed is important for his comfort and well-being. There are many choices of dog beds out there, from frou-frou to functional. Picking the right type of bed is necessary to ensure your dog gets the most benefit from his rest time. First is to observe your dog while he’s asleep so you can measure him. Measure him lying down then add 12 inches to give him plenty of room.
Thick orthopedic mattresses, filled with medical-grade foam or even a box spring, are just the ticket for older dogs. Some even come heated. Little dogs like to burrow in and nest, so small round pillow-type beds are the best. There are also tons of cute novelty beds available, from glamorous slipper-shaped cushions to leopard-spotted faux-fur pillows. If you are going green, there are several eco dog beds now available. But more than anything else, your pet’s comfort should always be your major concern.
New parents know that swaddling a baby is important to keeping them warm and making them feel secure. Babies can’t regulate their body temperatures until a couple weeks after their born, so swaddling helps prevent hypothermia and discomfort. Puppies have the same issue. It takes a few days for them to get warm on their own.
Small dog beds are a good way to make sure your puppy grows up to be happy and healthy. In many cases a puppy are kept warm by their mothers’ bodies, but for myriad reasons this is not always possible. When I adopted a labradoodle puppy, I found that a small and comforting dog bed was the perfect thing to keep it content at night. Of course, as they get older you will want to invest in large dog beds to accommodate their increasing size.