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| Begin with the right bed | | | | bed. If you will be using a dog bed that has a |
| It is important, however, that you put some | | | | mattress, you will need to add 12 inches to your |
| thought into choosing a dog bed. Dogs are | | | | measurements. |
| creatures of habit and these habits extend into | | | | There are also dog beds that are referred to as |
| sleeping. They like to be comfortable and if the | | | | "nest and ball-type" beds. If you are thinking about |
| bed isn't right for them, you may have wasted | | | | buying this kind of dog bed you will need other |
| time and money on the dog bed. | | | | measurements. Choose a time when your dog is |
| There are several things to take into | | | | curled up and measure from the top of his head |
| consideration when you are choosing a dog bed. | | | | to the place where his tail meets his hindquarters |
| Taking the time to do this will help you choose a | | | | and then add 7 to 9 inches. |
| dog bed that is a perfect match for your pet. | | | | Also pay attention to the shape and style of the |
| Size does matter for a dog bed. You want a dog | | | | dog bed. These factors will be determined by the |
| bed that is large enough to accommodate your | | | | size of your dog and by his sleeping habits. Will |
| dog but not so large that there is a lot of unused | | | | you need a dog bed that can be moved around |
| space. One way to tackle the size issue is to | | | | the house? Think about the size of your dog |
| measure your dog before you buy a dog bed. | | | | before you purchase a dog bed. Make sure the |
| For the measuring process you will want to have | | | | dog bed is not to tall for a small dog. |
| your dog stand up and measure him from the tip | | | | Factor in the climate when. the correct dog bed |
| of his nose to the base of his tail. Then take one | | | | will keep your warm in the winter and cool in the |
| more measurement from his shoulders or head | | | | summer? Will the dog bed be used outside? |
| to the floor. These measurements will give you | | | | |