Luxury Dog Bed

The Luxury Dog Bed

A luxury dog bed is a far cry from the standard hearth rugs or stiff plastic/wicker baskets that have served as dog bedding for so long. A high end dog bed is actually a fully finished piece of furniture that comes complete with cushioning and upholstery. With so many design styles, and fabrics available, it may be possible to select a fabulous dog bed that actually compliments your home decor.

Advantages

Luxury dog beds can provide pet owners with certain advantages.

• They help keep pets off household furniture. Some dogs insist on wheedling their way onto your bed and other furniture in search of a cushy place to take a nap, even if it isn't allowed.
• They save wear and tear on your upholstery. Even dog nails that are kept trimmed can still snag or pierce fabrics not designed to withstand this type of wear.
• They allow owners to maintain their own space. If you've ever tried sharing your bed with a grumpy dog, you'll know exactly what we're talking about.

By giving your dog a bed as comfortable as any of your own furniture, you are taking away it's incentive to climb up where it doesn't belong. You'll find it's much easier to train your pet to rest on it's own luxurious accommodations instead of in the forbidden zones of your house.

Indoor Luxury Dog Beds

What to look for:

• Sturdiness is a must. Luxury bedding retails for a bit more than standard dog beds, so you want to be sure you're getting what you pay for. Inspect the bed for any "give" at the joints or welds. Your pet will be climbing in and out of it's bed numerous times each day, so if there is any sign of flimsiness now, you probably will not get the years of service from it that you should be able to expect.
• Raised construction prevents chills. A dog bed is not very luxurious if it leaves your dog down in a draft. For this reason, you should select a bed that is raised at least three inches off the floor so it doesn't transmit the cold directly to your pet.
• Proper sizing for your pet is very important to it's comfort. You'll want to select a bed that allows your dog some room to stretch out a bit sometimes, so it's a good idea to measure your pet before you shop to make sure the bed you purchase will have just the right fit.

Some favorite styles:

• Sofas are fantastic, and one of the best selling luxury pet beds because they look so great with the rest of the room furniture. Styles cover a wide design range including contemporary, 1950's retro, art deco, and Victorian.
• Miniature beds are also very popular. These beds tend to be scale versions of the four poster and canopy bed designs, but can also be found in contemporary and colonial styles as well. Many have wrought iron frames, or solid wooden construction, and most utilize a regular bed pillow for the cushion, depending on the size. If you like, you can actually coordinate your pet's bedding with your own by giving your pet a matching pillow case from your bedding set.

Best Outdoor Beds

What to look for:

• Raised construction is very important. Outdoor areas are obviously affected by the weather, and depending on the season, surfaces may be damp, cold or excessively hot. These conditions can radiate through the bottom of a bed that sits directly on the ground. A raised pet bed allows air flow, so it's always a comfy spot to take a break.
• Overhead shelter is a must. Rain or shine, your pet needs some protection from the elements. A canvas canopy provides sunscreen as well as some protection during showers.

Some favorite styles:

• Garden-style furniture coordinates well with all of your patio decor.
• Pup tents are also very popular because they provided added protection from mosquitos.

Orthopedic Beds

Pets that suffer from joint pain will find orthopedic dog beds are by far the most luxurious. These dog beds are constructed from high density foam that doesn't pack down with repeated use the way fiber filled beds do. The foam cushion gives just enough to accommodate your pet's shape while still protecting it from the hard floor surface.

These beds are purposely designed to be low to the ground to make it easier for affected pets to easily climb in and out, and most come equipped with removable waterproof covers that protect the cushion beneath in the event of an accident.

Conclusion

A luxury dog bed does have certain advantages over economy dog bedding, and it's definitely a lot more fun to shop for one. Your dog may seem perfectly happy in it's worn out wicker bed, but a great new luxury dog bed can give your pet and your decor a lift.