How to Choose a Good Dog Bed

11.04.2009 – Los Angeles, CA - There are so many bed choices for different breeds and sizes of dogs. It can be quite tricky and confusing to choose the best bed suited for your dog. Your choice of beds is a function of your personal taste, your dog’s needs based on age (arthritis, age) and how your dog likes to sleep. At JasperandZoe.com, we offer a variety of comfortable styles and eco-friendly choices to meet individual needs.

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Here is a quick comparison (a product gets the highest five-star rating if it is eco-friendly, stain, moisture, odor resistant, and washable):

Classic Beds (mfg: Crypton) ***** - For all breeds; Eco-friendly; Stain, Moisture, and Odor Resistant; Washable

Bolster Beds (mfg: Crypton) ***** - For small to medium breeds with some beds available for large breeds; Eco-friendly; Stain, Moisture, and Odor Resistant; Washable

Snuggle Beds (mfg: MultiPet) **** - For small breeds; some but not all beds are stain, moisture, odor resistant and washable.

Orthopedic Beds (mfg: K&H Pet Products) **** - For all breeds, especially for dogs suffering from hip and joint pain; Washable

Travel Beds (mfg: Doggles) **** - For all breeds; Stain, Moisture, and Odor Resistant; Washable

Travel Beds (mfg: New York Dog) **** - For small breeds; Washable

There are three “core” choices when selecting a bed:

1. Styles: such as “Classic”, “Bolster/Nesting”, Orthopedic and Travel as indicated in the sections below.

2. Stuffing: There are 4 options.

- Polyfil – There are two types of polyfil: High Loft Fibers Lowest priced models made with recycled plastics such as drink bottles; Baffled Polyfil The bed contains tubes that have polyfil. Each tube acts as a separate section which moves with your dog for comfort.
- Box Spring – Provides good support like a human mattress
- Foam – Conforms to your dog’s body. Foam options include a classic approach and beds made for orthopedic support. This is preferred choice for owners that have dogs that need orthopedic help or are older.
- Combination – Found in premium priced mattresses and tend to the most comfortable.

3. Price: Prices range from $10 to hundreds of dollars depending on the fill and type.

Styles of Beds:

Classic Canine Bed
These dog beds look rather like a mattress for people. They work well for medium to large breeds. There is plenty of room to stretch out on them. They are typically made with polyfil or foam. Some options are waterproof or come with covers that can be washed.

We recommend our eco-friendly Crypton Pomelo Rotator Pet Bed designed by William Wegman in three convenient sizes – ideal for small to large breeds. Easy to clean, stain, moisture, and odor resistant. Machine washable cover. Or choose from our wide selection of Crypton beds.

Bolster or Nesting Canine Bed
Then there is either round or rectangular bolster bed that most people have seen. It has soft sides and a cushioned bottom. It is covered with something soft and cozy like fleece. The cover may or may not be removable for washing. These beds are good for medium to small breeds. Some manufacturers make these beds for larger breeds.

See our eco-friendly Crypton Rotator Bolster Pet Bed designed by William Wegman in round (Hot Chocolate) or rectangular (Midnight Black) in three convenient sizes.

Snuggle Bed
Smaller dogs love the security of deep, overstuffed, pillow-type beds. Round, oval, or square-walled beds are often the best choice for small breeds. These beds are covered with something like suede or fleece, and are very comfortable and cozy. Your dog can snuggle right into them.

We recommend our Multipet – YAWNZ BEDS – Slooshi Oval Bed made of durable woven chenille on the exterior and chocolate brown fleece in the interior. Cushion is removable and reversible – one side fleece, one side exterior pattern. 100% machine washable.

Available in 2 sizes:
18" (interior measures 12")
22" (interior measures 15")

Orthopedic Dog Bed
These canine beds are made for dogs with arthritis or other joint problems. They are designed to provide extra support and are made with special kinds of foam inside. They may be more costly than other types of beds, but are worth looking into if your dog has joint problems.

We recommend our orthopedic memory foam sleeper by K&H Pet Products in Mocha and Sage in three sizes.

Travel Bed
Do you take your dog wherever you go? Doggles Travel Dog bed with matching tote may be a good option for you. The travel bed with integrated, attached stuff sack allows for easy and portable travel. Super thick and dense inner fill is the best on the market and will not bunch or deform in the washer. Microfiber top and nylon bottom are stain and water resistant. Available in one size: 39” x 30”.

If you like to travel in style with your dog, New York Dog’s tent beds are one of a kind. Plush fabric interior, removable and machine washable plush pillow, multi-striped canvas and plush fabric exterior. The bed collapses into a carry case for travel and storage. Spot clean. Measures 21” x 21” x 17.5”

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About Jasper and Zoe

Founded in 2009 on pure love for dogs, Jasper and Zoe is a company of Truly Fine Things, LLC, a specialty retail business based on California, offering eco-friendly, natural, luxury and innovative products that promote a healthy, happy lifestyle. The company can be contacted at 8721 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 145, 1-888-316-3647(DOGS), www.jasperandzoe.com, or info@jasperandzoe.com. Follow the company on Facebook and Twitter.