Pet Beds

Beds to let your pet rest easy

The variety of pet beds available encompasses almost as many sizes and styles as you'll find when you shop for a bed of your own. With more and more attention being paid to the overall well-being of cats and dogs, it's not surprising to see that specialty products, like heated pet beds, luxury pet beds and orthopedic pet beds are popping up in the marketplace.

Pet Beds for Animals of All Shapes and Sizes

Whether you're buying wholesale pet beds designed to deliver comfort at an economical price or designer pet beds to give your dog or cat a chic place to call it a day, you should keep the following questions and tips in mind to ensure you make a good choice:

• Are there manufacturing safety standards for pet beds in place where you live? If so, does the retailer or manufacturer offer a guarantee to meet them?
• Is the bedding made of washable material?
• Get a bed with a waterproof, insulated base if it's going to rest on a floor that gets cold during the winter.
• Purchase flat pet beds if your dog or cat isn't used to (or doesn't like) being enclosed.
• Measure your pet before you buy a bed, and allow at least a few inches of extra room on all sides.
• If your dog or cat scratches or chews a lot, make sure the bed is made of durable material designed to withstand the rigors of heavy use and abuse.

Specialized Pet Beds

Orthopedic pet beds are designed to help dogs and cats suffering from conditions like canine and feline arthritis rest more comfortably and enjoy more restorative sleep. In fact, many vets recommend orthopedic cat beds and dog beds to everyone who owns an aging feline or canine. They offer extra support and scientifically proven contours that give your dog or cat a heavenly place to rest. If you think your pet might benefit from an orthopedic pet bed, ask your vet for more information. However, you should expect these products to come with an inflated price tag, at least compared to the cost of discount pet beds available through wholesalers.

Heated pet beds are all the rage with dog and cat owners who live in colder climates. These units feature individual temperature controls that let you pre-set the level of warmth at the touch of a button or the turn of a dial. You can preheat your pet's bed a few minutes before your dog or cat normally goes to sleep to help it drift into dreamland faster and enjoy a more satisfying night of sleep.