subject: Dog Beds: Are There Some That Are Better Then Others? [print this page] Some people don't understand why dog beds are so important. But they are extremely important for the people who don't want their dogs to hop into bed with them every night. If you decide to let your dog stay in the house at night he'll probably want to be in bed with you. This can be a good thing for people who simply want some kind of companion and don't mind, but for other people having a furry animal in the bed is very uncomfortable for them. Some of the disadvantages include but are not limited to...
People who have allergies
Although for it will leave on your sheets
The possible odor from your dog
Your dog becoming too accustomed to sleeping in a bed
You can avoid all of these things if you would simply decide to get a dog bed. Now the question becomes what type of dog beds are out there? Here is a glimpse of the three main types of dog beds and advantages.
Wicker baskets
A bigger dog isn't going to want to sleep in a wicker basket and they'll probably end up chewing it apart. Wicker baskets are also very difficult to clean and they will acquire cleaning eventually. You may also find the pieces are hazardous to your animal because they can be easily swallowed. , on the plus they do make a slight creaking noise during movement and the sound they bring is comforting to your dog.
Plastic baskets
Plastic baskets are a good option, but they can also be chewed and leave very large spikes that may be hazardous to your dog. But on the plus side they are very easy to clean and they can last a lifetime once your dog has been properly trained. Plastic baskets are draft proof which is very important for dogs that are either very young or very old. You want to make sure you have a washable blanket or fleece should you decide to go this option.
Soft fabric beds
Your dog may enjoy this the most even though they are usually the most difficult to deal with. These types of beds usually come in the form of bean bags; they are very washable but chewable at the same time. Your dog will definitely enjoy this soft accommodation should you decide to choose it.
Carefully look over the three types of dog beds I've mentioned in this article. Decide which one is the best for you and your dog. By the best I mean the easiest to deal with for you along with the most comfortable to be in for your dog. This will make all of you and your dog happy in the long run.
Also you can choose to simply put your dog into a crate if you want. But this is an option designed only for much smaller dogs or when the dog is a young puppy. As the dog begins to get bigger you're going to have to look into other options.
