Dogs sleep anywhere between 12 to 18 hours a day depending on age. And while it’s nice to have your pal join you on your king size every now and then, they need their own pad as a “home base.” As they age, they may develop arthritis, hip dysplasia, or other joint issues. A good calming bed helps in this regard. It also ensures better sleep and provides a serene spot to give dogs the rest they need. Like our own linens, these dog oases do need to be cleaned regularly and easily.
With all of that in mind, we’ve prepared a short list of some of our best picks for great dog calming beds.
Flexible design
The raised rim on this donut-shaped bed creates a sense of security for your pet while providing gentle head and neck support. The bed comes with three pillow-type inserts that are placed inside the fur shell and sealed with middle and side zippers. Cozy and flexible, the bed’s outer shell is finished with vegan faux shag fur that emulates a mother’s fur coating. With a water and dirt resistant bottom, the fur shell is also safe for both the washing machine and dryer. Responsibly sourced and made with non-toxic filling, it’s worry-free for you and safe for your best friend.
Take a load off
The FurHaven bed features a padded, L-shaped design that provides optimal head support and a cozy nestling nook for pets that like to burrow at nap time. At 8 inches high, it provides solid high-loft cushioning with a chaise-shaped design for your pet’s own personal couch. With a sizable length and width of 44 by 35 inches, it’s also great for sprawlers. The egg crate orthopedic foam cushions your canine’s pressure points and evenly distributes body weight, which is particularly helpful for senior dogs. Ergonomic design also improves air circulation. Sizes range from small to jumbo plus, and it comes in a wide assortment of colors. If your pet is a shedder or a drooler, you’ll be glad to know the bed cover is completely machine washable.
Non-toxic construction
This donut-style bed from Friends Forever comes in a variety of sizes to accommodate tiny Yorkies all the way up to 100 pound Rotties. For pets with joint pain or arthritis, it offers exceptional support for head and neck. The plush round interior of the donut allows your dog to sink right in and is both calming and self-warming. It is machine washable and dryer safe, and comes in assorted colors to fit flawlessly into any home environment. Now if only you could calm down your toddlers so easily.
Super soft filling
There are four size choices for the MFOX donut-shaped bed, ranging from large to XXXL (43 by 33 inch surface for pets up to 100 pounds).The cover is not removable but it’s actually safe to put the whole bed in the washer (on gentle cycle or hand wash) and dryer (tumble dry on low heat). The underside of the bed is non-slip and dirt resistant. Designed with support from trained veterinarians, your pet can rest easy and so can you.
Sleep tight
This calming bed comes in sizes of 24, 30 and 36 inches, which will fit most of your four-legged kids. The shag vegan fur provides excellent cushion and comfort, while the bottom consists of durable polyester fabric. The 7-inch raised brim provides support for your pet’s head and neck, and its super-sized thickness also eases joint discomfort. Incorporating an independent cushion design means this bed can also be used in multiple ways. Take the cushion out and it can be used as a dog mat, which will keep your canine cooler during the dog days of summer.
Zac Jones is a contributing writer to Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. Zac is a former broadcast journalist, TV actor, voiceover artist, and executive producer. As a baseball aficionado, he enjoys rooting for Florida’s Tampa Bay Rays.
