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Memory Foam Beds - Comfort for Your Best Friend

As our dogs age they slow down, have some issues with joint comfort and spend more time sleeping. Like humans, they seem to revert to puppy stage as far as sleep is concerned.

Memory foam beds have become very popular for this time of their life. When a dog has comfort for sleep, they wake up in a better mood and will usually have a much higher comfort level.

A memory foam dog bed is available at many larger pet stores and on numerous places online. It is important to do some homework before making this purchase. Prices can range from $25 to over $200, depending on the quality and size of the bed. Some come with guarantees and others do not.

Microfiber covers help resist the absorbance of liquids if there are accidents and are removable for easy cleaning. If you are considering this for a younger dog who has chewing issues, it may be best to change your mind. These dogs are easily chewed and there is no guarantee against that.

Before making your purchase do some work online. As you check the various sites you will see that some are thinner than others. If you read some recommendations from veterinary sites, you will note that they do recommend at least a four inch thickness for your dog. Weight considerations also come into play with your selection. Some guarantees are specific for dogs up to a certain weight.

If you have a dog that has had a surgical procedure, the memory foam bed will be a great comfort during recovery. It will envelope your dog with adequate support and allow them to get in and out comfortably. As your dog lays on the bed, they will sink into the comfort of the bed and have the feeling of being cuddled. When they get out of the bed, the memory foam returns to its original shape.

There are some who say that with time the thick memory foam dig bed condenses and loses some of its buoyancy. This is when you need to check warranties and see if this fact is covered.

If you have a dog that falls into the giant category such as a Great Dane, St. Bernard or Mastiff, you need to contact the company that makes special order beds to be sure that your large pet will be accommodated. They need something that will allow their entire body to be on the bed.

Orthopedic grade beds are available. Most of the time, pet owners are in the market for dogs that are older and are in need of support of aging joints and sore muscles. This is the perfect choice for your dog if this is the reason for the purchase.

Most importantly, shop around. Look for the quality you will need for your dog with special needs. With the pricing of the memory foam beds, they are sought after more frequently for dogs that have some issues rather than the dog that is still in prime shape. Whether or not they avoid joint issues is debatable.

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