Dog Beds! - No, Orthopaedic Dog Beds... Would You Believe It?

Article Title: Dog Beds! - No, Orthopaedic Dog Beds... Would
You Believe It?
Author: Jay Gee

I look back at photographs of our wonderful Cocker Spaniel
"Sally" and shake my head in disbelief.

Who'd have thought it?

Dog beds, and not just ordinary dog beds, but designer
orthopaedic heated dog beds.

Forty odd years ago Sally had her little square of carpet and
her favourite old blanket on the floor in a corner of the hall
as her safe and pretty comfortable sleeping place.

Now our pet dogs have the amazing choice of anything from a
fleecy sheepskin dog bed with pillow to a designer wood frame
orthopaedic heated dog bed.

Yes, as I said, "Who'd ever have believed it?"

However, all these wonderful and rather luxurious additions to
the doggy world have given us dog lovers the opportunity to
pamper our pets and make sure that they enjoy as safe,
comfortable and luxurious a life as we can possibly provide.

So no matter the size, shape or breed of your dog, there's a
dog bed that's just right for your beloved pet.

So how do you choose a suitable dog from the emormous variety
of designs and stypes available?

Well it's best to take a note of your dog's current behaviour
and his sleeping preferences.

How your dog likes to sleep has an impact on what dog bed you
need. If being curled up is his favourite sleeping style, then
we recommend lounger dog beds. However, if he likes to sleep
sprawled out, we suggest pillow or mat style dog beds.

If it is cold where your dog sleeps a heater will keep him warm
and comfortable. It may be that your pet suffers from arthritis
or other disability that would most certainly benefit from an
orthopaedic dog bed.

There's soft cushion or pillow type dog beds, plus a huge
selection of sleeping mats and pads, some of which are
electrically heated. You can also choose from raised dog beds
and couches or as mentioned, wooden framed and orthopaedic
beds.

So many dog beds to choose from to keep your beloved pooch
happy!

There's a leading range of high quality dog beds at: My Pet Dog
Supplies - and all the advice, tips and information you'll need
to make the right choice of dog bed for your pet.

Here's - Seven Quick Tips for Buying Dog Beds from our leading
supplier...

1. From simple mats and pads to comfy plush pillows and
luxurious donut-shaped beds, many different styles of dog beds
are suitable for a variety of dogs.

2. Orthopaedic dog beds are great for older dogs. One or more
layers of supportive foam and a temperature regulator keeps the
bed warm at all times to ensure the comfort of your pet.

3. Keep your pooch warm on chilly nights with heated dog beds.
Low-voltage heaters provide safe, comfortable warmth all night
long.

4. Dog beds filled with soft, fluffy curls of cedar shavings
work naturally to reduce pet odours and eliminate fleas.

5. Commonly used in homes, dog beds can also be paired with a
dog crate or used in a vehicle to keep your pet comfortable
when travelling. Dog beds that feature a non-skid backing will
stay in place no matter where you use it.

6. The filling material is what gives dog beds their softness
and comfort. A blend of natural fibres combined with recycled
materials will resist shifting or matting and result in
superior comfort.

7. High quality dog beds should be durable and waterproof, as
well as easily washable in order to keep your dog comfortable
and healthy.

Is your dog as comfortable as he or she could be?

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Now You Know Why Dogs And Puppies Just Love To Chew

Article Title: Now You Know Why Dogs And Puppies Just Love To
Chew
Author: Jeremy Wong

Puppies chew for a variety of reasons and they do it to play,
to explore the environment, to assuage hunger and to establish
dominance. Puppies also chew to relieve boredom and ease
teething discomfort. It really comes quite natural to them and
they will chew whatever they can find lying around.

A dog or puppy needs items that he can chew on, else he is
going to go for your slippers, electrical wires or furniture. A
puppy chewing on electrical wires could injure or even kill your
dog. Chewing other things might poison him.

You might have wondered `why does my puppy chew on paper?'
Chewing paper results in a huge mess for you and probably
ingestion of the paper for your dog which might give him
stomach ache. Dogs like to chew paper because it shreds easily.
Mail coming through a mailbox gives him a challenge and is
exciting. Anything new coming into the house is a potential
challenge for those small but sharp teeth.

You can buy safe and sturdy dog chew toys from most pet stores,
a veterinarian or online for only a few dollars. Since they are
relatively cheap, it is a good idea to get an assortment of
chew toys of varying textures and sizes, so your dog does not
get bored with the one and set his sights on your favorite
shoes again.

Squeaky dog toys are fun to play catch with but not sturdy
enough to be toys for chewing. If your dog has only these, he
will chew them to pieces in a few hours. Knotted ropes,
sterilised bones and hard rubber balls are all good for your
dog to chew.

If you have to leave your dog alone, you should put him in a
crate or box (or a sealed room with nothing in it he can ruin)
and provide a chew toy so he has something to do.

Dogs should never be encouraged to chase or bite. Some dogs,
for example Corgis, Collies and Shetland Sheepdogs, will try to
round up children by nipping at their heels. This is natural
herding behavior but you can teach the dog that it is not
acceptable to do so. Teaching a puppy is much easier than
training an adult dog what is and is not acceptable but, with
patience, it can be done.

You can teach your puppy or dog to chew the correct things. If
he starts trying to chew something other than a chew toy,
remove the object and give him the toy. A stern "no" should be
sufficient warning. You should not hit puppies. It will make
them fear you rather than respect you. Dog Bites. It is natural
for a dog to try to bite humans or other animals to establish
dominance. Again, a firm "no" should take care of this, quickly
followed by giving him his chew toy. When you hand the dog a
toy, you should say "take it" after a few seconds to discourage
grabbing.

Dog and puppy chewing is normal and all you need to do is
provide the correct chew toys and to tell the dog off if he
tries to chew the remote control, your new shoes or anything
else which is off limits. After a while, the command becomes
natural to him and he'll never do it again.

About The Author: Thanks, and I've hoped you enjoyed reading
this article as much as I've enjoyed writing it for you. Visit
http://dognpuppies.com for more informative articles about Dog
Behavior. Warm Regards, Jeremy C.W

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