Compared to humans, dogs need significantly more sleep and rest. Depending on the age of the four-legged friend, the need for rest and sleep can be as high as 20 hours a day.
A suitable sleeping place is therefore of great importance for dogs. At the same time, the huge supply of dog beds makes it difficult for dog owners to make the right choice. We'll explain what's important and what to look out for in your dog's place to sleep.
When looking for a dog bed for your four-legged friend, you will quickly notice that the selection can now easily compete with that of a normal furniture store.
For this reason you should take some time when choosing the future sleeping place for your dog and make sure that this fits the needs and the size of the animal.
Not every dog has the same preferences as far as his sleeping place is concerned. Some four-legged friends like to lie on the ground, while others prefer a particularly soft and comfortable underground.
When choosing the right sleeping place it is therefore important to know the dog's preferences and to take them into account when buying a dog. Your own taste should be in second place.
Dogs want to feel safe in their sleeping place. For this reason it is advisable to choose a dog bed or a dog basket with raised sides. These offer the four-legged friend protection as well as the possibility of placing its head somewhat higher.
The right size is one of the most important criteria you have to consider when choosing a sleeping place for your dog. The four-legged friend should be able to stretch out easily in his dog bed.
Before buying, measure the length of your dog from the tip of his nose to the end of his back. Add about ten centimetres to your measurement. This way you can be sure that the dog bed is not too small.
Most dog breeds have hair. Especially during the change of coat the hair loss is very strong. For this reason it is advisable to prefer a sleeping place with a smooth upper.
This is easier to clean, which is also important with regard to hygiene and the spread of parasites such as fleas. Ideally, the cover of the dog bed should be removable and suitable for the washing machine.
Coat length is another factor to consider when choosing a place to sleep for your dog. Short hair breeds usually like it particularly warm and cuddly, while long-haired animals often prefer a smooth material, because otherwise they quickly become too hot.
The place where your dog's sleeping place is located is at least as important as the right size and material.
A high-quality dog bed usually lasts longer and is also much more comfortable for your dog. A bed with a mattress inlay is therefore usually a good choice.
Such a bed is a bit more expensive, but proves to be robust and durable, so that you don't have to go looking for a bed for your dog again after only a few months.
A dog bed in the right size to suit the preferences of the four-legged friend ensures that your dog feels comfortable in his sleeping place and finds sufficient rest and sleep.
For the health and well-being of your dog this is at least as important as a species-appropriate nutrition with high-quality dog food, which is exactly adapted to the needs of the four-legged friend.