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Old Dog Resources
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Important Reasons Your Dog Should Have a Bed
Drs. Foster & Smith Educational Staff
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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
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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 items 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 like a
Slumber Ball dog 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. (The
Orthopedic and
Quilted Super Deluxe 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 customers choose a bed offering two
covers, such as our
Ultimate Classic Dog Bed, so they always have a
fresh cover when the other cover is being cleaned.
Additional/Replacement covers are also available
for many Drs. Foster & Smith beds.
Helping to prevent injuries
by keeping your dog from jumping up and down from
the furniture.
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| Protecting your outside dog.Outside dogs need a bed as much or more than inside dogs. The
Waterproof Bed is tough and water repellent and
can be used inside or out.
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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.
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