Best Heated Dog Beds For Your Dog
Tuesday, January 5th, 2010Best Heated Dog Beds For Your Dog
Have you ever watched your dog while it slept? The position they sleep in will give you a hint to the type of heated dog bed that will suit their needs. Does your dog like to sleep on their back or their stomach? Do they like to lay fully stretched out or curled up in a tight ball? The answers can help you determine the best bed for them. If they have long legs and like sleep stretched out, a nice rectangular bed will fit their need. If they sleep curled up, a snug bed with higher sides that helps them to feel secure will fit their need. The size of your dog will also determine exactly which heated pet bed will make your dog the most comfortable. A good dog bed will provide the utmost in warmth, support, and security for your dog.
Heated dog beds will isolate your dog from cold floors and cold drafts. If your dog sleeps outdoors, or in an unheated space, these beds will make a significant difference on cold nights. A bed that properly fits the individual size of your dog will help them to feel secure and safe, and it will also give them a private space. Heated dog beds that offer extra cushioning are especially good for older dogs or dogs that are overweight or have arthritis. A warm, cozy bed can also help to prevent injury for your dog as they will not be jumping up and down from beds and couches.
One important factor when choosing heated dog beds is to be sure (if you decide on a style with a cord) to purchase one that has a chew-resistant cord and that is UL-listed. Many of these offer energy efficient technology that will not heat the full surface of the bed. They will only get warm where your dog is sleeping. This will, very likely, save you money on your electric bill.
There is another category of heated dog bed that will keep your dog warm without the need for wires or batteries. These types of heated dog beds are thermally heated (utilizing the body heat of the dog) and come in all sizes, even one small enough to fit a small crate. If your dog prefers additional support for it’s head while it is sleeping, look for a bed that has a higher back and higher sides. That way they can rest their heads in comfort.
Your dog is definitely worth taking the small bit of time required to research the bed that will suit their needs. You will get a lot of pleasure from the fact that their bed will quckly become their favorite place to spend time. Heated dogs beds are not an expensive investment (you can buy a good one for under one hundred dollars), so shop for a quality bed.
