subject: The Options In A Travel Dog Bed [print this page] It may seem like an obvious solution, in that your pet will have a dog crate bed when you go traveling together. That may be inevitable if you're going by plane, since the dog will have to fly in cargo, in a crate. But taking your wheels would open other possibilities for the sleeping arrangements. You might want to pack a pet dog bed to take with you, provided it's not too bulky and doesn't take up much room in the midst of all your other gear.
Making the bed compact is important with your limited space. One possibility is a small dog bed you can roll up and slip into a fabric pack, the same as a sleeping bag. These durable beds are machine washable too, which would take care of the wear and tear from traveling.
A fold-up dog bed is another option for compact beds. This sort of bed is usually made of several foam panels that can be opened out into a comfortable mattress at night, and then folded back into a small bundle. It usually has a strap or handle, so you can carry it to your next destination.
Another pet dog bed that is good for camping but can really work anywhere is a cot. Apart from the fact that it would be easy to construct and dismantle, it would be especially helpful if your dog is older or arthritic. You may be leaving the heated dog bed at home, but those tired joints will still get the support from the stretched material on the cot. You could use it in your tent in the woods, to make sure the dog isn't lying on a jutting rock on the ground, but it would sit just as nicely in a hotel room.
But in the end, you may decide that these really constitute luxury dog beds are unnecessary, in comparison to the good old everyday crate. If that's where your dog is used to sleeping, or where it would feel most secure while you're on the road, then that may be the best pet dog bed of all. If your dog is comfortable at night and is able to be with you, then that is really all that matters.
