What dog bed is best for a pet that chews furniture?
Chewing dogs can be a big problem for dog
furniture. Some dogs like to chew, and when dogs like to chew they can rip
apart some of the best dog beds that you have gotten for them. Even dog beds
that are meant to withstand chewing can often times still be destroyed by an
aggressive chewer with a lot of time on their hands.
Dogs that chew hard on their beds require a bed
that can withstand this type of abuse, and not all beds can handle it. You
may need to go with certain types of beds that are designed specifically to
withstand chewing.
Brands and Beds for Chewing Dogs
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Kuranda Beds
Kuranda dog beds are made specifically for chewing
dogs. Unlike most of the pillow like beds that are found within the dog bed
industry, Kuranda beds are designed far more like hammocks, and are made
with a nylon material that is great for reducing the effects of a chewing
dog. Kuranda is one of the strongest dog beds available, and though it is
not the most exciting dog bed, nor the most comfortable, for chewing dogs it
should be able to withstand the abuse.
It should be noted, however, that Kuranda is slowly
working its way into the standard dog bed industry, and they are working
specifically on trying to create extremely durable beds that are more
comfortable and less “Hammocky.” Look for them in the near future to have
some of the most durable comfortable dog beds available.
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DoggySnooze Dog Bed
Like Kuranda, DoggySnooze dog beds are also
designed specifically to be chew resistant. Except these beds have a far
nicer design to them, looking more like a lounge chair than a dog bed. They
are also slightly softer than Kuranda, though still not as soft as some of
the plush dog beds that are also available. These can be somewhat pricy,
however, and are not at all meant for the outdoors.
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Durabed
The Durabed is a type of spinoff Karunda bed. It is
hammock like and made with nylon, but it can be slightly less expensive and
made with slightly more metal, making it just a little bit better for the
outdoors.
Additional Thoughts on Durable Beds
The truth about dog beds, however, is that the
harder and thicker the outside material, the more durable it will be. The
above brands are examples of specific beds designed to withstand aggressive
chewers, but you may not quite need a bed designed that way. The Crypton
Super Fabrics Doodle Dog Pet Bed, for example, is a pet bed with a thick and
strong enough outer layer that it will withstand a great deal of chewing,
and it is designed like a true mattress – so it will be far more comfortable
for your pet. And don’t forget that the best thing you can do for your dog’s
furniture is to simply train it out of chewing.
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