Why Your Dog Needs a
Bed
by 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.
