There's nothing more heart wrenching than watching an advert about dogs that have been ill treated. Their sad expressions and sorry states really strike a chord with dog owners, and always make them think how lucky they are to have a healthy, happy dog. And dogs are the happiest when they are curled up in a nice warm bed with no worries at all. A peaceful dog is a content dog, so it makes sense to make this the norm.
Dogs love their beds because of the safe feelings they promote. Being able to get comfortable with their owners around them is all dogs want; you only have to look at those thankful eyes to see that. Whether it's a snug blanket in a plastic dog bed, or soft bean bag where they can stretch out, a safe environment promotes feeling of belonging and happiness. And all this makes for a very calm, docile animal.
People have their own personal spaces- bedrooms, living rooms and even kitchens- that are all set out as they want, have that sense of 'me' and promote positivity. It's exactly the same for your pets. Pretty much all animals need somewhere to go that is personal and has their scent on it. Even in the wild, pack animals like dogs, wolves and even lions have their own areas within the larger community, and what is a family except a glorified pack? It's so important then to give your pet a space that it knows is personal.
For large breeds and older animals especially, painful joints and skeletal conditions can be common problems. Having your pet sleep on a cold, hard floor is therefore not recommended as it will be stressed and in pain. If ever there was a reason for a dog to love its bed, it was to relieve pressure from joints and be able to move. While you can get special orthopedic and memory foam products to help such conditions, a pillow and blanket can work just as well. Nobody likes to see an animal in pain, so it's important to do the right thing and make it comfortable.
There are a huge amount of beds on the market. Plastic, wicker, cages, kennels, pillows, bean bags- the list goes on and on. Obviously some have more practical benefits such as the ability of plastic to hold up to constant chewing, but overall it's pretty much down to the owner. A dog doesn't care what a bed looks like, just that it is warm and comfortable. So with that in mind, get one that has both form and function, but doesn't cost a huge amount of money.
Dogs are clever animals, but are also creatures of habit. All they want is to be loved, have somewhere safe to live and a warm place to sleep. Getting a dog bed is the best way to promote these feelings and follow what is natural to the animal. Your family is a pack, and your pet is part of it, so creating a personal space is the best way to keep it happy!
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About the Author:David Webb is an experienced online marketer and content writer. With an entrepeneurial mind and positive outlook he is able to bring a sense of excitemet to any piece of prose. His main areas of expertise are technology, fitness and media, but if there's a topic you can think of he can write about it!
