Finding The Perfect Bed For Your Puppy

Article Title: Finding The Perfect Bed For Your Puppy
Author: Adam Peters

Wicker dog beds can look nice but they are usually better
suited to adult dogs. Young puppies may be better with a plastic
or a bean bag bed.

If you are thinking of purchasing a puppy then one of the first
things you will need is a nice, cozy bed for them. The puppy
will need somewhere that it can rest and feel safe whilst they
are getting used to their new surroundings and a wicker dog bed
can be the perfect gift for them.

Choosing the Right Bed for Your Puppy

When it comes to choosing a bed for your puppy you will
absolutely be spoilt by the choice available. There are plastic
beds, wicker beds and quilt beds all in a variety of different
styles. You can even purchase novelty beds too as well as luxury
beds but a firm favorite amongst many dog owners is the wicker
style bed.

Wicker basket type beds are particularly common because they
look nice in the home and they tend to blend in with the rest of
the décor. They also make a kind of squeaky sound as the dog
lies in it and that is supposedly comforting to the dog. So as
well as looking good, a wicker basket will soothe your puppy to
sleep too.

There are a few downsides to wicker baskets however and one of
those includes the fact that they can easily collect dust and
dirt and that means they do require regular cleaning. Another
problem includes the fact that puppies chew quite frequently due
to the fact that they go through a teething process. Due to the
fact that wicker is not very strong, this means that the puppy
could potentially ruin the basket and you would have to pay for
another one which again could get chewed up. Of course the more
serious side to this is that the wicker pieces could end up in
your puppy’s tummy and so generally wicker baskets are not
always as great as they seem.

If you are looking for a suitable alternative then generally a
plastic bed would be better. They do not look as good but they
are extremely durable. This means that they will withstand any
chewing that your dog wants to do and you will not have to
replace them as often either.

Another option is the bean bag variety and these are great for
dogs that prefer to live without a basket. They are comfortable
and they give the dog plenty of room to move around. The covers
on the beds are also usually washable and that can help you to
keep the home smelling nice and fresh.

Finally for short term purposes many people find that using a
crate often helps. That keeps the puppy in one place and reduces
the risk of any potential accidents within the home. They are
also great to keep the puppy in whilst you have to go out for a
short while. However you should always ensure that you purchase
a big enough crate otherwise it would be extremely cruel to keep
the puppy in the cage.

Overall dog beds come in many shapes and sizes and whilst
wicker baskets might look nice and they might be comforting to
the dog, they can often be dangerous too.

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