How to Choose the Perfect Bed for Your Pet

A good bed is more than a soft place to nap. It gives your pet a sense of security, supports their joints, and helps them sleep soundly through the night. Here is how to pick the right one.

 

Consider your pet’s sleeping style

Curlers love round, bolster-style beds. Sprawlers do better on flat mattresses or oversized cushions. If your pet burrows, look for hooded or cave-style designs.

 

Think about age and health

Senior pets and breeds prone to joint issues need orthopedic memory-foam beds. Younger, healthy pets can use simpler padded beds, as long as the filling keeps its shape.

 

Choose easy-care fabrics

Removable, machine-washable covers make life easier. Waterproof liners are a smart add for puppies, seniors, or pets with allergies.

 

Size up

When in doubt, go one size larger. Your pet should be able to lie fully stretched out without hanging off the edge.

 

Place it in the right spot

Put the bed in a quiet, draft-free area where your pet already likes to relax. Avoid busy hallways or direct sunlight that can overheat the fabric.

 

Explore our Beds collection to find supportive, washable beds for dogs, cats, and small pets.