The Pawfect Ingredients for the Comfiest Dog Bed
Sally is getting on a bit now and while most of the time she looks as sprightly as ever, there are times when you can tell her bones are hurting her just a little bit more. Especially when she is getting up after a long nap, as such making sure she has a comfortable, supportive place to lay her head has become a must.
So what sort of things do we look for to make for the perfect place to let an important dog lay her head?
Size and Shape
Every dog likes to lay down differently. Sally, well she likes to stretch out as much as she can, meaning she needs a big bed, that can take her stretch out in full and she is much better with a rectangular shaped rather than rounded one.
Covering
As a dog gets older (Sal is 16 now), things can happen, such as they become a little incontinent. Thankfully we have it controlled with meds. However it did show us the benefit of a washable, waterproof cover for a bed, otherwise, you will quickly find yourself throwing out bed after bed. Though other dogs might like a fleece covering for warmth or even one they can get under.
Soft or Firm?
That is the question? Like human beds you need need to think about what the mattress part of the bed feels like. Memory foam has made its way into the dog bed world and can make a comfortable place for dogs to lay their heads.
Look
While it might not matter to your pet what the bed looks like, they now come in all sorts of colour choices and as such once you have got down what your dog needs, you can look to find something that works with the style of your home as well.
Remember the most important thing when it comes to getting a bed for your pet, is your pet. What suits one, may not suit another and that’s OK. As a dog owner you often get used to what your pet likes, however as they get older that can change, so be ready and be open to adapting to suit their changing needs.
Sally was kindly sent a new designer bed from Raised by Humans, which ticks many of the boxes when it comes to a bed for her. From the memory foam mattress to the waterproof cover and of course I just so happen to love the bright metric design on top.
If you are looking to get your dog a new bed this winter, do remember to think about what they need and remember the weather could get cold.
What is your top tip for buying a dog bed, what do you think of Sally’s new bright one?
Sally looks very happy in her new bed! I don’t have a dog but I do have two cats and your tips on how to choose a pet bed are useful for them as well.
She is bless her, it keeps her all cosy and comfy in this cold weather!
Sometimes I think dog beds can look messy and a bit gross in some rooms but this one looks fantastic! I love the bright colours it looks so fun! What a great bed for a pooch
They can sometimes just look like a messy brown splat can’t they haha!
I really love it for my dog! I’m sure that he will love this idea for him. I’m going to surprise him.
Aww yay I hope he loves his new bed and finds it as pawfect as Sally!
We’ve brought my dog so many beds over the years but we’ve found she prefers blankets! I love the design of this dog bed and it looks very comfortable. Sally has been spoilt!
She is a very spoilt pooch bless her it’s going to go to her head one day 😉
Aww! Sally is a sweetheart and looks SO happy with her gorgeous new bed! 🙂 I don’t have dogs, but I do have cats – and one of my cats is enormous! I bought him the biggest cat bed I could find, but my smallest cat decided that she wanted it for herself – and my huge Tom cat prefers to squeeze himself into the teeny tiny cat bed instead! 😀 xx
Aww haha that is so fully, love the fact they have almost swapped beds! TOO cute!
That is a lovely dogs bed, my mums dog needs a new one so will let her know about this one
Ohh I hope it helps her with the choice it can be so hard!
Aw what a cutie he is! Looks like a super comfy bed for him too. Love the bright colours!
Thank you she’s a lovely little thing.
Sally looks really happy with her new bed. It looks like a really comfy and well made bed. It’s been interesting to see how much dog beds have improved over the years. All the better for our gorgeous pooches.
She really does seem to think it is very comfy and cosy bless her.
This is the perfect post for me as we are looking to introduce a dog into our home and family next year so it’s good to know all things dog related x
Aw good luck with getting a dog they really are worth it.
A comfy bed is a must for our furry family members. Our dog sleeps with us but could he not make it to the bed he’d also need a big soft bed like Sal’s.
Sal actually probably sleeps with us most of the time too, infact we are both in the lounge now and she’s on our bed as she can still see us from there as we live in a small bungalow it was different when we lived elsewhere.
We don’t have a dog yet but we are thinking about getting one in the near future. When we get one, I’ll be sure to find a comfy dog bed for our new pup!
Ohh how exciting for you I do hope you enjoy having a dog as much as I do 🙂
Oh I love the look of this bed! The colours are lovely and it looks so comfy for dogs, our dog would love it!
It is fab isn’t it – I love how they seem to have thought of everything and more!
I didn’t realize that dog beds had different levels for firmness. It only makes sense since that’s how our beds work!
It is something I hadn’t thought about much till Sal got older but I am glad they do.
We don’t have a dog, but this bed is so fun looking that it’s making me wish we did! 🙂 And I can totally see why a waterproof bed would be important.
It really is such a useful feature for so many reasons from wet paws to sadly things that come later in life.
This looks amazing I love the bright colours.
I wish I knew anything about dog beds, I don’t own a dog but hopefully one day I will.
I hope one day you manage to get a dog they are such wonderful company!
This sounds like a great pet bed and as you say they have thought of everything especially that it is washable. Looks like Sally gives it the paws up as well x
She definitely does bless her and they really have tried to think of everything 🙂
My friend went through so many dog beds until they found the correct one their dog wold actually use. She could have used this information and saved time and money.
They can be so fussy can’t they and to be honest I don’t blame them at all. I am about my bed too after all.
We have been thinking about getting a dog for a while. I didn’t realise that there was so much to think about when it came to their dog bed. However, I can see that it’s really important to get a bed that fits for your dog. This one sounds lovely. I love that it is a memory foam mattress. Also, the design is really funky and would look lovely in any house.
It is crazy there is so much to do when you get one, definitely as they get older as well a good bed is a must. Sal used to just lay in the middle of the floor and not care but not so much anymore.
Sally’s bed looks very nice. I love the bright pattern. Our dogs actually need a new bed. They are small and share a huge dog bed in our living room when they are out and about. It’s seen better days.
Aww bless them, I bet that is so cute seeing them sharing a bed all snuggled together.
Good tips. Making sure we chose a doggy bed with a waterproof and washable cover that way if our doggy has the occasional mishap was really important to me when buying a new bed of our beloved Bosco.
It really is a must isn’t it – I don’t think people sometimes think about how important it is to have something that is washable.
That is adorable! I love all the vibrant colors it has in it. I need a new dog bed I will definitely check into this one. Your dog is so cute.
It is amazing with the colours isn’t it – I’ve not seen one with quite this design before.
This does look like a comfy dog bed. We only have cats, and I bought them a bed, but they rarely use it. They prefer the couch. Or the table, which isn’t allowed, but they try anyway.
Cats seem to sleep anywhere don’t they haha! My Mums cat has just blankets to sleep on as she decided she liked to be under the radiator in the bathroom lol.
I didn’t realize there were so many things to think about when choosing a dog bed. A waterproof cover is a great idea and comfort is so important.
There really are so many different little bits to think about, took me a long time to learn.
Sally looks so suited
Luxury and beauty for you both
Love the colour
Aww thank you <3 she is very easy to take photos of her 😉 lol