When it comes to choosing a dog bed for your canine companion, the amount of choice available is immense !!

A good guide first of all is to measure your dog when he is lying in his most comfortable position so that you have a visual idea of the size of dog bed you need for him.  If he likes to curl up in his bed, then he needs a circular dog bed, if he stretches out then a mattress-type or rectangular dog bed would better suit him.

If your dog is elderly of suffers from arthritis or joint problems then consider purchasing an orthopaedic dog bed with the memory foam interior as this will support your dog’s joints and make him much more comfortable.

If your dog is a working dog or one who loves to run around in the mud and wet fields, or if he loves to swim, then a waterproof dog bed is ideal as they are easily hosed or wiped down and dry very quickly.  These are also fine for dogs who are incontinent.  There are also waterproof dog beds which have a washable cover on them if your dog prefers the feel of a cover rather than the waterproof fabric.

If your dog sleeps outside in a dog kennel or even in the kitchen where the floor may be cold and there could be draughts, then a raised dog bed with sides on it would be ideal as this will raise your dog off the floor and protect him from draughts.  These are available with metal or wooden frames, there are some that are like sofas and some are made with a wipe-down, waterproof nylon fabric. 

There are also great selections of pure wool dog beds that are designed to give your pet the luxury and warmth he deserves.  Some are in mattress form and others are in the traditional dog bed form.  The covers are removeable and washable on a wool wash.

If your dog is a cool dude, then a designer dog bed is definitely for him - choose from real leather, faux leather, faux fur or dog beds made from exquisite fabrics or wood to set him apart from the others.

Whatever you decide on, ideas-4-pets have the choices and prices to suit everyone’s needs and pockets.