How To Select The Best Heated Pet Beds
Written by Author on February 7th, 2010How To Select The Best Heated Pet Beds
Have you ever watched your dog sleep? The position they sleep in will give you a hint to the type of heated dog bed that will suit their needs. Does your dog like to sleep on their back or their stomach? Do they like to stretch out their legs or curl up in a ball? All these factors can help you determine the best bed for your pet. If they have long legs they like to stretch out, a nice, warm rectangular bed will fit their need. If they prefer to curl up, a snug bed with higher sides will help them feel secure will fit their need. Your dog’s size will also help to determine which heated pet bed will make your dog the most comfortable. The perfect dog bed will provide warmth, support, and security for your dog.
Heated dog beds will isolate your dog from cold floors and cold drafts. If your dog sleeps outdoors, or in an unheated space, these beds will make a significant difference on cold nights. A bed that correctly fits the size of your dog will help the dog to feel secure and safe, and it will also give it a private space. Heated dog beds that offer added cushioning are especially good for older dogs, overweight dogs or dogs that have arthritis. A warm, cozy bed can also help to prevent injury for your dog as they will not be jumping up and down from beds and couches.
One critically important factor when choosing heated dog beds is to be absolutely sure (if you decide on a style with a cord) to purchase one that has a chew-resistant cord and that is UL-listed. Many of these offer energy efficient technology that will not heat the entire surface of the bed. They will only give off warmth in the area the dog uses for sleeping. This will, potentially, save you money on your electric bill.
There is another category of heated dog bed that will keep your dog warm without the need for wires or batteries. These types of heated dog beds are thermally heated (utilizing the body heat of the dog) and come in many sizes, even one that is small enough to fit into a small crate. If your dog prefers additional support for it’s head while it is sleeping, look for a bed that has a higher back and higher sides. That way they can rest their heads on them in comfort.
Your dog is definitely worth taking the small bit of time required to research the bed that will suit their needs. You will get a lot of pleasure from the fact that their bed will quckly become their favorite place to spend time. Heated dogs beds are not terribly expensive (you can buy a good one for under one hundred dollars) so look for a quality bed.