Dog Health Blog

Author: Brent Goodman

While most of us don’t often think of our own personal bed as a
cherished possession, it is probably one of the last pieces of
furniture we would ever want to live without. A good bed
provides insulation, support for our backs and joints, warmth,
and a feeling of security. When a dog has a bed of his own, he
gets all of these benefits and more.

When pet owners ask what dog supplies they need to purchase for their pet, a good bed is
always at the top of the list - along with a collar, leash, and
food and water dishes. Beds are so important they aren’t even
considered optional; but are instead a necessary piece of
equipment for all dogs regardless of size, breed, or age.

Some of the benefits a bed offers for your dog include:

* Insulating your dog from the floor in both the winter
and summer. In the wintertime, many small dogs love to curl up
in a nesting-type bed which provides the warmth needed for both
comfort and good health.

* Providing your dog with his own private space and a
sense of security.

* Cushioning joints and bones - especially for older,
arthritic, or overweight dogs. Orthopedic beds are designed
specifically for dogs that need extra joint support and comfort.

* Controlling the spread of hair and dander by
concentrating it in one, easy-to-clean location. Many of our pet
owners choose a bed offering two covers so they always have a
fresh cover when the other cover is being cleaned.

* Helping to prevent injuries by keeping your dog from
jumping up and down from the furniture.

* Protecting your outside dog. Outside dogs need a bed
as much or more than inside dogs. A waterproof bed is tough and
water repellent and can be used inside or out.

If you spend the time to research and purchase a bed that best
suits your dog’s individual needs, you will soon find that it is
your dog’s very favorite place to spend time. Remember that low
quality beds quickly break down and don’t offer any long-term
benefit, so shop around and buy only the highest
quality bed for your dog so he can enjoy the lifetime
of benefits a bed will offer him.

About the author:
Brent Goodman holds degrees in English from Ripon College, a
Masters of Fine Arts from Purdue University, and has extensive
experience in research communications and educational publishing
across various fields of study. He is currently the Senior
Copywriter at Drs. Foster & Smith Pet Supplies, the nation’s leading online and catalog pet supplier.