Choosing The Right Dog Bed

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style="background-image: url(https://images.askmen.com/authors/responsive/BrianWhitney.png)" ></a> <div class="byline__author-details"> <div class="byline__author-name" itemprop="author"> <a href="/authors/brian_whitney"> Brian Whitney </a> </div> <div class="byline__author-date" itemprop="datePublished" content="2017-10-15">October 15, 2017</div> </div> </div> <div class="byline__social"> <div onclick="AM.Social.facebook()" class="byline__social-brand byline__social-brand--facebook"> Share </div> <div onclick="AM.Social.twitter()" class="byline__social-brand byline__social-brand--twitter"> Tweet </div> <div onclick="AM.Social.flipboard()" class="byline__social-brand byline__social-brand--flipboard"> Flip </div> </div> </div> <p class="article__disclaimer">The AskMen editorial team thoroughly researches & reviews the best gear, services and staples for life. AskMen may get paid if you click a link in this article and buy a product or service.</p> <p>All dog owners have been there: you’ve bought your furry best friend an expensive dog bed, something you spent a lot of time picking out, something that looks awesome and feels comfortable to the touch -- you just know your dog will love it. Sure, it cost a lot of money but hey, nothing is too good for <a href="/entertainment/galleries/best-dogs-for-men.html">your four-legged friend</a>. Of course you want your dog to have a nice bed to sleep on, just as you want to <a href="/entertainment/guy_gear/how-to-choose-the-right-dog-harness.html" rel="nofollow">pick the right harness for walking your dog</a> -- it just goes without saying. We know this for two reasons: one is, because you love your dog so very much, and want to spoil her; the other is because you really wouldn’t mind if your dog stayed off the furniture, and at night you wouldn’t mind having a little space in bed. My girlfriend and I used to share a double bed with a 150-pound Great Dane, and believe me, she was the one that was stretching out while my girlfriend and I suffered.</p>  <p>So you buy the perfect bed, and lay it on the floor, ready to see how happy your dog is with it. But for some reason your dog is not interested in it at all; he just sniffs at it and goes and lays down on the couch. You might as well have bought a $150 bed of nails for him to sleep on. What did you do wrong? A dog bed is a dog bed, right? Well, no.</p>  <p>Buying a dog a bed is risky business. You might think that you know what your hound wants to sleep on, but if you go into the process blind, then whether or not your dog likes his new bed is a roll of the dice. With that in mind, AskMen decided to create this guide that will allow you to go fetch your dog a bed that he may actually like to sleep on, instead of acting like he is being asked to spend the night in dog jail.</p>  <h2 style="text-align:center">Types Of Dog Beds</h2>  <hr> <p>All dog beds are not created equal. Your dog is going to like a particular bed or dislike it depending on their personality and physical make up. But how are you going to even know what to buy if you know nothing about the beds themselves? What follows is a brief glossary of terms that might be helpful when looking for a bed.</p>  <p><strong>Bolster and Donut Beds </strong><br> This bed has a cushioned bottom and a raised side; it is usually round, but not always. This is a good bed for dogs that like to curl up, and is also good for dogs that like to snuggle, either for comfort or because of anxiety. This tends to be a good bed for smaller dogs.</p>  <p><strong>Pillow or Cushion Beds </strong><br> This is the most common type of dog bed, and is best for the dog that likes to sprawl out. This is a simple bed, a basic pillow or cushion, but it’s still very comfortable. This type of bed is usually best for a large dog.</p>  <p><strong>Elevated Dog Beds </strong><br> These beds are good for those dogs that like to hang outdoors. They are sometimes called dog cots. They are raised, which keeps your dog away from the hot ground in the summer, and are often made from waterproof material to help them resist the elements. These are good beds for larger dogs.</p>  <p><strong>Heated Dog Beds </strong><br> Heated dog beds are good for older dogs or ones that have painful joints. They are also good for smaller dogs, who tend to get cold faster than larger ones. Some are even specifically made for outside use.</p>  <p><strong>Hypoallergenic Dog Beds </strong><br> Dogs can have allergies and if yours does, then this is the type of bed to get. Dog beds can be filled with dust mites, mildew, or pollen. This type of bed will help keep your dog safe from being uncomfortable from allergies; it’s even good for the humans in your house.</p>  <p><strong>Orthopedic Dog Beds </strong><br> As you may be able to tell from the name, this type of bed gives your dog orthopedic support. This is a good choice if you have a dog with joint pain, or one that is older. It also is a good choice for dogs that are on the skinny side and have more prominent bones.<br>  </p>  <h2 style="text-align:center">What To Buy</h2>  <hr> <p>There are a lot of good dog beds out there. Do your research, and think about the personality and physical needs of your dog. What follows are some of the best.</p>  <h3>Casper Dog Bed </h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55937" data-zmg-image-id="76939" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" data-track-action="noncom_casper-dogbeds-pets_160" href="https://casper.com/dog-beds?rvcs=1"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493128277.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p><strong>Best for: all-around use </strong></p>  <p>Casper is a company that is well known for making excellent mattresses for people. Casper has started making mattresses for dogs that are “designed for dog behavior” and were developed after intensive research. The brand claims it is the best dog bed ever made, and it is not an exaggerated statement. With its comfy plush mattress and raised sides for your dog to rest its head on, this may be the only mattress in the bunch that makes you want to kick your dog off and sleep on it yourself. It is available in small, medium, and large.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="noncom_casper-dogbeds-pets_160" href="https://casper.com/dog-beds?rvcs=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">$125.00 at Casper.com</a></p>  <h3><span>Big Shrimpy</span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55938" data-zmg-image-id="76940" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_bigshrimpy-dogbeds-pets_160" href="https://zdcs.link/a0YB3"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493128302.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p></p>  <p>Best For: Small and Medium Dogs<br> If you own a small or a medium-sized dog, you have a lot of choices. What you want is a bed that is just large enough for them to stretch out on, but small enough so that they can snuggle up if they so choose. Also, smaller dogs tend to get chillier, so a bolster or nesting bed is the way to go. Look for something round with some softs cushions and raised sides.</p>  <p></p>  <p>Nest dog beds are a popular choice for small- and medium-sized breeds. Typically they’re round or oval with lots of cushioning and raised sides to help your small pup feel contained and comfortable. The Big Shrimpy Nest Bed has all of this, and is also fully machine washable. Not only that but it’s filling is environmentally friendly, and if you ever want to get rid of it, if you send it back to them they will recycle it.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_bigshrimpy-dogbeds-pets_160" href="https://zdcs.link/a0YB3" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$160.11 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3><span>Dogbed4less Jumbo Extra Large Memory Foam Bed</span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55939" data-zmg-image-id="76941" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_dogbed4less-dogbed-pets_150" href="https://zdcs.link/aoLb6"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493128328.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p></p>  <p>Best For: Large Dogs<br> Buying a bed for a larger dog is not an easy task. You might think that it is easier to find a good bed for a big dog, but you would be wrong. There is less of a variety of dog beds for bigger dogs, and the quality is not always very good. Most bigger dogs like their beds to be thick, to give them lots of cushioning. The best dog beds for larger dogs are usually made of memory foam.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_dogbed4less-dogbed-pets_150" href="https://zdcs.link/aoLb6" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$149.95 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <p></p>  <h3>Snoozer Cozy Cave Bed</h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55940" data-zmg-image-id="76942" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_snoozer-dogbeds-pets_130" href="https://zdcs.link/QW5O6"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068217.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best for: Cold Dogs<br> Some dogs have an issue with being chilly; sometimes this happens with small dogs, and other times it is because the dog is hairless. These dogs tend to like to burrow, and one of the best dog beds for this is the Cozy Cave. And I mean come on, how cute would your dog look in this? This could also help with certain dogs that have anxiety issues.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_snoozer-dogbeds-pets_130" href="https://zdcs.link/QW5O6" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$129.99 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3>PetFusion Ultimate Dog Bed</h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55941" data-zmg-image-id="76943" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_petfusion-dogbeds-pets_120" href="https://zdcs.link/QrOZ5"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068249.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best For: Nervous Dogs<br> While some nervous dogs might like a bed like the Cozy Cave, others might even get more freaked out by the thought of being covered up. For those types of anxious dogs, you might want to try a bolster bed, which has raised sides and gives your pooch the vibe that he is all snuggled in and secure. This type of bed is a bit more expensive, but is also better made and more durable, and also often features memory foam.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_petfusion-dogbeds-pets_120" href="https://zdcs.link/QrOZ5" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$119.95 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3>Integrity Bedding Orthopedic Memory Foam Joint Relief Bed</h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55942" data-zmg-image-id="76944" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_integrity-dogbeds-pets_112" href="https://zdcs.link/QmekJ"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068288.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best For: Older Dogs or Dogs With Joint Pain<br> There is nothing cooler than an old dog, but they do need some special love and care. You are going to need a more supportive bed for an older dog or one that has joint pain, so look for a thick bed that has some spring to it, and not one that just sinks to the floor. You probably want to buy an orthopedic memory foam bed, which gives the proper support for your older dog or one that has joints that are hurting.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_integrity-dogbeds-pets_112" href="https://zdcs.link/QmekJ" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$111.88 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3><span>Teton DIY "Design-It-Yourself" Dog Bed Cover</span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55943" data-zmg-image-id="76945" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_teton-dogbeds-pets_65" href="https://zdcs.link/9ZDnv"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068321.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best For: Dogs With Allergies<br> If your dog has allergies it can be hard to find the right bed, in large part because you are not always sure what your dog is allergic to. You might want to get a hypoallergenic dog bed cover. This one is made of 100% waterproof Nanopore fabric and helps get rid of dirt, dust, mites and fleas. You just put in the cover whatever is the best filling for your dog, so there is no allergenic or toxic filler, such as cedar, which can cause skin irritation<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_teton-dogbeds-pets_65" href="https://zdcs.link/9ZDnv" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$64.95 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3><span>Coolaroo Elevated Pet Bed </span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55944" data-zmg-image-id="76946" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_galepacific-dogbeds-pets_27" href="https://zdcs.link/aN7lB"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068352.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best For: Hot Dogs<br> If your dog has long hair he might overheat, and any bed that has any sort of enclosure just makes it worse. If you have a dog that tends to get hot, you might want to try a cot-style bed. These beds usually are knitted, and made of a mesh-type material, and they are also raised above the ground, which allows air to circulate around your dog. This particular bed is also good as an outside bed, as it is portable and mildew- and mold-resistant.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_galepacific-dogbeds-pets_27" href="https://zdcs.link/aN7lB" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$27.08 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3>K9 Ballistics Orthopedic TUFF Bed</h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55945" data-zmg-image-id="76947" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_k9ballistics-dogbeds-pets_125" href="https://zdcs.link/9lAjN"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068380.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best for: Dogs That Chew<br> Completely indestructible dog beds are hard to come by. If you have a large dog and that dog is a chewer, it is not going to be easy to keep him from destroying his bed. But you can try, and this is one of the best brands out there. It features a “ripstop fabric” and if your dog damaged the bed within the first 90 days, they will replace the bed free of charge, so obviously they think they have a pretty good product.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_k9ballistics-dogbeds-pets_125" href="https://zdcs.link/9lAjN" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$125.00 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3><span>Personalized Majestic Pet Bagel Style Dog Bed</span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55946" data-zmg-image-id="76948" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_majesticpets-dogbeds-pets_79" href="https://zdcs.link/aDyYo"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068405.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best For: Personalized Beds<br> Sometimes dog owners like to spoil their dog, even if the dog doesn’t know they are doing it. A good example of this is a personalized dog bed, and this is one of the best, as Majestic is a well respected name in the business. Sure, your dog won't know his bed has his name on the side, but you know that you are spoiling him, and that is all that matters.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_majesticpets-dogbeds-pets_79" href="https://zdcs.link/aDyYo" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$79.00 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h2 style="text-align:center">Car & Travel Beds</h2>  <hr> <p>So now you finally have the perfect bed for your dog. Congratulations, you are done! Well, actually, no, you aren’t. Now you need to find the perfect bed for your dog for the car, and to bring with you on the road if your dog needs to lay down somewhere along the way, whether you are in a motel or at a campsite.</p>  <h3><span>IMK9 Dog Car Travel Bed</span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55947" data-zmg-image-id="76949" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_IMK9-dogbeds-pets_40" href="https://zdcs.link/Qd5K1"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068434.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best For: Hatchbacks and the Dog on the Go<br> This bed is perfect for those dogs that ride in a hatchback or in the back of the car, and it’s so portable that you can take it with you anywhere. If you like to go camping or hiking, it rolls up for easy portability. It is also a great bed for a crate. Your dog can use this bed and never feel like he is slumming when he is away from home.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_IMK9-dogbeds-pets_40" href="https://zdcs.link/Qd5K1" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$39.99 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3><span>Universal Hammock Back Seat Protector </span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55948" data-zmg-image-id="76950" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_petbarrier-dogbeds-pets_27" href="https://zdcs.link/aBm6E"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068463.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best for: Dogs That Chew<br> Best For: Ultimate Back Seat Protection This hammock bed is really a fantastic idea. It not only keeps your dog from jumping in the front seat, it also protects your car from dirt and fur, and makes your car so much easier to clean. Not only that but it adds an extra layer of comfort for your dog, whether your trip be just around the corner or a long drive across the country.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_petbarrier-dogbeds-pets_27" href="https://zdcs.link/aBm6E" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$27.00 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h3><span>Solvit Sta-Put Bench Pet Seat Cover </span></h3>  <div class="articleImg"><figure data-zmg-card-id="55949" data-zmg-image-id="76951" data-zmg-image-credit=""><a rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank" data-track-action="amazon_solvit-dogbeds-pets_35" href="https://zdcs.link/aM7dm"><img alt="" src="//images.askmen.com/entertainment/guy_gear/_1493068504.jpg"></a></figure></div>  <p>Best for: Dogs in the Back Seat If you think the hammock bed is a little too much coverage and want your dog to be able to stick his slobbery mug up front with you, then this back seat cover should do the trick. It protects your car from dirt, is waterproof, and fits all cars that have headrests.<br> <a class="zdcse-buybtn" data-track-action="amazon_solvit-dogbeds-pets_35" href="https://zdcs.link/aM7dm" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">$34.99 at Amazon.com</a></p>  <h2 style="text-align:center">How To Wash Your Dog</h2>  <hr> <p>Okay then, now that you have your perfect dog bed there is just one last thing you are going to have to figure out how to do, and that is how to wash it. You are going to want to do this fairly regularly, even if the bed does not look that bad -- because, believe me, it is. As cute as your dog is, he is carrying around all sorts of nasty things with him and leaving them on his bed, including bacterial, viral, parasitic and fungal species -- gross.</p>  <p>Vacuuming helps, but it doesn’t do enough; you really should wash your dog's bed once a week. Make sure that you check the instructions on the dog's bed, and check to see if it has a removable cover. 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