Choosing the Right Dog Bed
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Like humans, dogs need their own space, they need sleep, and relaxation, and the best way to achieve this is with a quality dog bed. Dog beds are one of the most important dog supplies that you need to invest in when you bring home your cute puppy.
Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, and so do dog beds. There is definitely no substitute when it comes to measuring your dog for selecting dog beds, but here is a quick thumb rule that you will help you in trying different size beds:
1. All extra-small dogs have their weight around or under 10 lbs and this includes dog breeds like the Chihuahuas, small terriers, poodle and any other miniature or teacup dog breeds. Most of the dog beds designed for small or extra small dogs as well as cats should be almost 19” long and 19” wide or even smaller. The nesting type of dog beds should have a diameter of less than 22 inches.
2. Different type of small dogs come in different sizes although their weight will be less than 25 pounds. Some of the small dog breeds include Dachshunds, terriers, Lhasa Apso, Miniature Schnauzer, small Poodles, Pug, Whippet, Shih Tzu, and many others. Most of the small dog beds have been designed in such a way that they will fit small dogs and will be in the range of 25-30” long and 25-30” wide. The nesting type of dog beds should have a diameter of around 25-30 inches.
3. The medium dogs stand 13-21″ tall from the ground to the shoulder and will weigh anywhere from 30 to 60 pounds. Some of the popular breeds include the Cocker Spaniel, Australian Cattle Dog, Finnish Spitz, Keeshond and Bulldogs. While choosing nest dog beds you need to ensure that the bed has a diameter of 30-35 inches and while the pillow dog beds should measure 35” long by 35” wide.
4. Large dogs stand anywhere from 21-26 inches tall and weigh anywhere between 60 to 90 pounds. Some of the popular breeds include Chows, Akita, Dalmatian, English Setter, Doberman Pinscher, Golden Retriever, as well as the Siberian Husky. The nest dog beds for large dogs should have a diameter of 40-45 inches while the pillow dog beds should measure 45” long by 45” wide.
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