Pet Bed Pillow

Pet Bed Pillow

Dog Pet Bed - your Dog Needs a Pet Bed

Why is it important to give your favorite four-legged friend a place of his own? Your dog's bed will benefit your dog's sleep, comfort, and health for years to come. Many pet owners think that a dog bed is an optional item. However, having a pet bed is an essential item. Dogs spend a good part of every day sound asleep. The comfort and health of your dog depends on a quality sleep. There are many benefits for you and your dog.

Security
Dogs can feel anxious especially when their owner is away. Providing your pet with a special place to call his own will give him a sense of security. It also provides a private area for your dog. Your dog will love the fact that he has a place that is just for him, and in return he might be less likely to curl up on your furniture or bed.

Health
Just like humans, dogs appreciate comfort also. Older dogs as well as younger dogs can start to suffer from joint pain, arthritis and hip problems. Lack of quality sleep can also cause an unwillingness to go for walks and exercise. Make sure to buy the right size dog bed for your best friend. Big dogs need large dog beds! A dog bed's soft, comfortable cushions feel just as great on a dog's joints as a mattress or body pillow provides comfort and support for humans. A typical dog bed elevates the animal above the hard ground, supports essential joints and provides a degree of warmth. You may want to consider a orthopedic dog bed.

Warmth
Dogs will benefit from the extra layers of warmth and insulation off the bare floor especially during the night and cold winter months. A pet bed also provide essential support from a hard cold floor. Although dogs will sleep on a floor, it is often uncomfortable for them. Consider how you would feel sleeping on the cold floor with nothing but a blanket. This is usually the reason that they sneak onto the furniture the minute you leave the house and because it smells like you. Most dogs will sleep at the foot or side of their owner's bed, on a favorite blanket or cushion placed in a warm part of the room away from drafts.

Position
Should your dog be allowed to sleep in your bed, with you? Probably not, where your dog sleeps is important to their emotional and physical health, as well as to your family's. Some animal behaviorists say letting your dog sleep with you is a bad idea and sometimes upset the chain of command because the dog may get delusions of grandeur and dominance problems can arise. A dog bed lets your dog know where he is sleeping. You might consider and your dog may enjoy, several dog beds in other rooms where the family comes together.

Protection
A dog bed will provide protection for your furniture. When your dog is sleeping on your furniture, it affects the appearance and condition of your furniture, and as we mentioned earlier it affects your dog's joints where he jumps up and down off high furniture. Not to mention bothersome pet hair on the furniture. For this reason, you'll definitely want a cover that be removed from the mattress, and that is 100% machine washable. It should also be durable enough to deal with sharp claws, and stain resistant.

In conclusion, your dog will be spending an awful lot of time in his or her bed, so it's important that you select the right one. So remember, when buying a pet bed for your dog, you need to take numerous things into consideration: your dog's breed, dog's age (puppy, adult, senior), dog's size, dog's health and where you plan on using the bed. Buying the right kind of bed and maintaining it properly can go a long way to your dog's health and happiness, and maybe even your own.

About the Author

Jennifer Pezzillo is the founder of CradleYourPets.com which offers a variety of dog beds and other pet beds. Make sure to look at our dog pillow beds and other luxury dog beds. We know your pet will enjoy them!

UDesign Pet Bed Pillow Large $21.99 Midwest UDesign Sheepskin Pillow Pet beds with versatility! The U-Design Pet Bed Pod System features comfortable, durable, and easy-to-clean pet bed Pods and easy-to-install and remove plush pillow and cover kits that come in three styles and sizes (Pet Bed Pod and Cover Sets Sold Seperately). The Sheepskin pillow is ultra-soft, tufted, washable, and custom fit for easy installation. The comfy plush white Sheepfleece pillow provides the perfect place for a pet's quiet time. . Plush, Tufted Pillow Blends with Any Décor . Machine Washable . Custom Fit with Pet Bed Pod Item Specifications: Sizes: Small fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Medium fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Large fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Material: Plush Pods and Covers Sold Seperately: Pet Bed Pod (Item #493225) Sheepskin Brim Cover and Pillow (Item #493227) Ombre Swirl Brim Cover and Pillow (Item #493228) Honeycomb Full Cover and Pillow (Item #493229)

UDesign Pet Bed Pillow Medium $15.99 Midwest UDesign Sheepskin Pillow Pet beds with versatility! The U-Design Pet Bed Pod System features comfortable, durable, and easy-to-clean pet bed Pods and easy-to-install and remove plush pillow and cover kits that come in three styles and sizes (Pet Bed Pod and Cover Sets Sold Seperately). The Sheepskin pillow is ultra-soft, tufted, washable, and custom fit for easy installation. The comfy plush white Sheepfleece pillow provides the perfect place for a pet's quiet time. . Plush, Tufted Pillow Blends with Any Décor . Machine Washable . Custom Fit with Pet Bed Pod Item Specifications: Sizes: Small fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Medium fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Large fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Material: Plush Pods and Covers Sold Seperately: Pet Bed Pod (Item #493225) Sheepskin Brim Cover and Pillow (Item #493227) Ombre Swirl Brim Cover and Pillow (Item #493228) Honeycomb Full Cover and Pillow (Item #493229)

UDesign Pet Bed Pillow Small $9.99 Midwest UDesign Sheepskin Pillow Pet beds with versatility! The U-Design Pet Bed Pod System features comfortable, durable, and easy-to-clean pet bed Pods and easy-to-install and remove plush pillow and cover kits that come in three styles and sizes (Pet Bed Pod and Cover Sets Sold Seperately). The Sheepskin pillow is ultra-soft, tufted, washable, and custom fit for easy installation. The comfy plush white Sheepfleece pillow provides the perfect place for a pet's quiet time. . Plush, Tufted Pillow Blends with Any Décor . Machine Washable . Custom Fit with Pet Bed Pod Item Specifications: Sizes: Small fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Medium fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Large fits UDesign Pet Bed Pod 493225 Material: Plush Pods and Covers Sold Seperately: Pet Bed Pod (Item #493225) Sheepskin Brim Cover and Pillow (Item #493227) Ombre Swirl Brim Cover and Pillow (Item #493228) Honeycomb Full Cover and Pillow (Item #493229)

Armarkat Medium Pet Pillow Bed $45.85 Pet bed gives your cat or dog a place to make their ownPet supplies are essential for any animal ownerSpoil your fur ball with a comfortable bedSoft velvet Filled with extra thick 100-percent polyester fill for maximum comfortIntended for a cat or extra small dogAvailable in beige, brown, pink, sage green and sky blue color optionsMachine washableMedium bed measures 28 inches long x 21 inches wide x 2 inches highModel number M01 M

Armarkat Large Pet Pillow Bed $51.93 Pet bed gives your cat or dog a place to make their ownPet supplies are essential for any animal ownerSpoil your fur ball with a comfortable bedSoft velvet Filled with extra thick 100-percent polyester fill for maximum comfortIntended for a cat or extra small dogAvailable in beige, brown, pink, sage green, and sky blue color optionsMachine washableLarge bed measures 36 inches long x 23 inches wide x 2 inches highColors might appear slightly different due to reflection of light on fabricModel number M01 L

Add-a-pillow Pet Bed (Pack of 3) $51.93 Use your old pillows to create a pet bed with a cute bed coverPet supply set is sold as a pack of threePet bed cover fits any standard or queen-size pillowCase measures 20 inches x 28 inchesFor small- to medium-size dogs Soft and cozy for your pet Zips on and off for easy wash and dryAvailable in black, camouflage, cheetah brown, cheetah pink, denim, khaki, ming and navy color options