Puppy Beds

The benefits of a puppy bed

One of the main benefits of a puppy bed is comfort. Puppies along with older dogs need cushioning to sleep. Your dog will need a special place to rest his joints after a long day. Puppies are highly active, and they need somewhere to get a proper night’s sleep in order for adequate growth, rest, and development. As your dog gets older, this will be important as well as they need to rest the joints after a day of activity.

Puppies also need somewhere warm to sleep especially during the winter. The floor can get quite cold so you should provide a place to keep them warm. Dogs will also benefit from having their own space to sleep. Your puppy will get used to sleeping on their own and having a private place space to relax. They can get plenty of nap time there during the day as well.

Types of puppy beds

Puppy beds come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit different dog’s needs. For dogs who like to curl up, round and oval-shaped beds are ideal. Flatter, mattress type beds and more suitable for dogs who like to stretch out. It more depends on the size of your puppy. Many owners upgrade to a larger bed for adult dogs once their puppy grows, so they have a smaller cosier bed when they are small. Box beds or beds with higher sides are the best puppy beds for winter.

There are different types of material for puppy beds. You can choose something soft such as synthetic fleece or velvet or opt for harder materials such as plastic or wicker. It is a good idea to but a soft cushioned blanket or pillow in the bed as well. If you want to keep your dog bed outside you will need waterproof materials.

Specific puppy requirements

Certain dogs have specific requirements. For puppies, they are not normally fussy but it is a good idea to get something machine washable. Try a bed made from synthetic sheepskin. This is hygienic, non-allergenic and machine washable. You could even get two and wash one while using the other. Synthetic sheepskin also helps to prevent sores on bigger dogs, and it is very resistant to chewing as some puppies like to suckle and chew.

The best place to put puppy beds.

Keep your puppy’s bed somewhere safe and warm. Ensure the area is not too draughty. Some people set up more than one place for their dog to sleep. This is up to you; it depends on the space you want to assign to them. You could leave one puppy bed somewhere more private and the other in the lounge near people. If your new dog is comfortable, safe, and warm, you can put puppy beds anywhere that is convenient.

How to choose the best puppy bed?

Choosing the best puppy beds mostly depends on the size of your dog and the position it sleeps in. Take some measurements from your dog and choose a bed it can grow into. It is easier to buy a bigger bed and then pad it out with washable bedding that you can gradually remove as your dog grows. If you have a large breed, then you will probably need to buy a large-sized bed when it is older as the puppies can grow to multiple times their size.

Measure the length of your puppy at its most outstretched, so you are confident they will be able to stretch comfortably in the bed. Observe your puppy sleeping to see if you need to make the bed more comfortable for it. If you have multiple dogs, you could even consider a big bed for them all to sleep in. The best puppy beds depend on your dog. All puppy beds are designed to provide a good night’s sleep.