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6 Best Orthopedic Dog Beds 2020

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While many of us may allow the dog to sleep on the bed with us, plenty of us still feel that the best sleeping place for them is in a bed of their own (and we couldn’t agree more).

Dogs have joint and muscle aches, too, and the proper surface to sleep on is just as important for them as it is for us. This is especially true for breeds that are more prone to hip and back problems as well as senior dogs who’s older joints just don’t work like they used to.

Below in our guide, we’ll help you find the best orthopedic dog bed in order to provide your pooch a comfortable, healthy surface to sleep on.

Compare, contrast and choose! It’s as simple as that.

Things to Consider About Orthopedic Dog Bed

Before you choose a bed, here are a few things to help you choose the right one for your dog and your home:

  • Size. Not only do you need to choose a size that is appropriate for your dog (measure your dog from the tip of their nose to their rump when he or she is laying down to find out the proper bed size), but also you need to make sure that it will fit in the dog’s designated sleeping area.

Be sure you check out the bed’s measurements to make sure it will fit in your home.

  • Material. Do you need a waterproof cover inside for an accident-prone dog?

What type of material is the outer cover made of and how does it need to be washed?

Check to see if there is an anti-slip surface on the bottom of the bed (especially if you have wood floors) and find out if the cover can be easily removed.

  • Season. Remember to take the season and temperatures into consideration as you choose.

This ties into the material selection, as well, because some beds are fuzzy, making them great in the cold weather, while others are made of cooler fabrics such as denim or canvas (perfect during warmer months).

Top 6 Orthopedic Dog Beds Table

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Bed Styles

If you’ve never given much thought to your dog’s sleeping patterns, we suggest that you start paying attention.

Do they like to lay on flat, open surfaces or do the usually burrow under their blankets? Some breeds are known to have certain sleeping preferences (dachshunds like to burrow, for example), while other dogs are content just flopping down on the nearest rug and calling it good.

  • Flat. Some dogs prefer flat surfaces to sleep on. No sides and no raised areas; just flat.

These are the most popular choices when it comes to orthopedic dog beds.

  • With Sides. Some dogs feel more secure in a bed that has sides while prefer to rest their head on something as they sleep.

If that’s the case for your dog, be sure to get a nest-like bed for them, which could be a “couch” like number 3 or “chaise,” such as the first bed.

Top 3 Best Orthopedic Dog Bed Reviews

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If you have a large to giant sized dog (Husky, Great Dane, Bull Mastiff, etc.), then this is the ultimate bed choice for them.

This is the ultimate comfort experience for your big pooch, offering them three layers of foam to provide them with the ultimate sleeping experience: the first is a 2-inch layer of comfort foam followed by a 3-inch layer of support foam. On the top is a 2-inch layer of comfort foam again which provides them with that soft, orthopedic surface that will offer them relief from any joint-related pains (arthritis, back pain, etc.)

One of the reasons why so many dog owners fork over the cash for this bed is because it is durable.

The manufacturer offers a 10-year guarantee on the foam, which is said to maintain at least 90% of its original shape or your money back. It comes in three different colors and the microfiber cover is machine washable!

Since this is only for large-giant sized dogs, we still have a few recommendations for those of you in need of something smaller.

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The second best orthopedic dog bed on our list comes in a variety of sizes: the smallest bed measures 35” x 20” and the largest bed is 55” x 47” (all beds are 4 inches thick).

Rather than using foams of different densities, this bed features a single slab of non-toxic therapeutic grade memory foam that is 5 times denser than regular foam. It is quite durable but still contours to your dog’s form in order to properly align their spine as they sleep.

It is available in different materials (microfiber suede, denim or canvas) and each bed has a waterproof cover made of taffeta to prevent anything from soaking into the foam.

This is seriously an awesome bed.

Dogs love the comfort and owners love the durability. It’s definitely worth the investment if your dog likes sleeping on flat surfaces!

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If you’re in need of something with sides, then Serta’s Orthopedic couch is perfect for you (or rather, your dog).

It’s made of a 4-inch layer of orthopedic pressure-relieving egg crate foam and has three sides that will create the perfect “nest” for your dog to curl up in. The cover is also easy to remove and machine washable.

At 34” x 24” this is better suited for large dogs (probably 60 pounds, max) and unfortunately, Serta only offers it in this size, but the good news is that it also comes in a [easyazon_link asin=”B014SS8UX8″ locale=”US” new_window=”default” nofollow=”default” tag=”senappblo-20″ add_to_cart=”default” cloaking=”default” localization=”default” popups=”default”]flat version[/easyazon_link].

Same great foam but a larger surface area that makes it easier for large dogs that are “in-between” in size to lay comfortably!

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