Top 5 Tips on Choosing a Pet Bed
April 28, 2021 Springtek Team
Have your pets been getting a little too cozy on human beds with you? If yes, it might be time to get your animal friends a brand-new bed of their own. Now, this is of course not the only reason your pets should be getting a bed of their own. A pet bed makes for a private little space for your cat or dog and who does not like to have a corner they like to call their own? If your pets have issues from sleeping on uncomfortable surfaces.
So, go on and do a little reading on how you can choose the best bed for your pet. Your little companions will be overjoyed that you got them a comfy bed, and they truly deserve to be happy. If you are new to the world of pet beds, here are a few tips on choosing a pet bed.
1. Dimensions matter
The size of your pet matters the most when you are buying a bed for them. You will need to weigh your pet and measure them from head to toe. It is very important that your pets fit comfortably in the bed you buy for them, because otherwise they will simply refuse to use the bed, or they will develop unnecessary health issues from it. If your animal friend is on the larger size, they will need bigger and thicker beds that let them stretch out as much as they want. On the other hand, if you have a smaller pooch or a cat, they will only need a medium-sized bed in which they will be cradled.
Next, you have to decide what shape you want your pet bed to be, also depending on your pet’s behaviour. If your pet likes to sleep all sprawled out, go for a rectangular pet bed. On the other hand, if your pet folds into a ball when sleeping, a cosier round bed may be perfect for them.
2. Needs of the pet
Just like when you buy a bed for yourself you look at what your needs are, ascertain the needs of your pet before buying them their own space. If your pet is no longer a puppy or a kitten, then you may need to address some health concerns like joint pains and arthritis before looking into bedding options. If they do have these conditions, look into orthopaedic and memory foam mattresses that will help relieve their pain. Does your pooch get anxious easily? Get them a bed which has a lot of padding and will provide quick comfort. Finally, if your pet is on the heavier size, get them a bed that is thicker and can support their weight easily.
3. Material of the bedding
With pets, especially younger ones, you need to be very careful with the material you choose in their bedding. Some pets have extremely sensitive skin, and you may need to look out (talk to your vet) to see what materials won’t irritate their skin. If you have got an avid chewer, look at beds that are made of chew-resistant material. Further, if your pet is young and not yet potty trained, look at beds that are absorbent so that they won’t spoil easy or make your pet uncomfortable while they are in training.
4. Style and Comfort
This point is more for the human than it is for the pet. After all, you will be handling and taking care of the pet bed. Look at beds that fit well with the décor and colour of your home. Maybe you can look into buying more than two beds, one for each room so that your pet can be around you more often. More importantly, look at beds that you can carry with you when you are travelling with your little friend. Pets get anxious in new environments and bringing along something that they are familiar with (other than you) will help put them at ease faster.
5. Maintenance
Another important point to look at is how easy your pet bed is to maintain. You will need to look at beds that can be washed easily(thrown into the washing machine) and often. Let’s be honest, pets can be extremely messy. But you have to make sure that the environment they spend the most time in is largely clean and safe. This is especially true for pets which allergy issues. It is best to buy a bed that can be cleaned easily to make the job easier for you.
Voila, you are now well equipped to buy a bed best suited for your pet. Check out Springtek for the best pet bedding options which are now also extremely affordable. Go shower your pet with some love and get buying!