A Comfortable, Affordable, and large Dog Bed

Blitz1203 · 06-24-2011, 12:35 PM

We got rid of our couch which was essentially the dog's couch. Thinking back I wish we wouldn't have. We did however keep a cushion from it thinking it'd be enough. The cushion is 27x36" and though Blitz can lay on it.. he can't spread out like he likes without rolling off of it and in most positions his body is hanging off somewhere. So for the sake of him and the new couches we don't want him sleeping on.. I need to invest in a proper alternative. Blitz likes to lay on his back and in weird positions which generally take up the better part of a standard sized couch. We have concrete floors so aside from being large.. it needs to be padded enough or maybe elevated. I've been looking around, but most things have mixed reviews and I'm not sure who to believe lol. Last, but not least.. price.. I really don't want to spend more than $100.

I'm sure there are some other GSD parents here that have had this problem and hopefully have solved this. Please let me know!

Thanks

missmychance · 06-24-2011, 01:57 PM

Check out the Foster and Smith site - Deluxe Orthopedic Pad, I'm going to get one for Frodo when my husband comes home. It costs 99.99 and they offer free shipping (no matter the size) The size is 35x50 for the XL. That's plenty of room for my dog and he is very tall. Don't let the word pad fool you, its orthopedic and pretty thick.

Caledon · 06-24-2011, 02:34 PM

I've not used it but I have heard others recommend a crib mattress.. Probably could pick up a used one cheap.

we4elves · 06-24-2011, 02:59 PM

I made Matty an elevated bed using PVC and outside upholstery...no sewing, just a little cutting of the pvc....around $40...you actually fold the fabric several to make a strong edge before screwing into the pvc...works great

Josie/Zeus · 06-24-2011, 05:23 PM

Costco beds are less than $30, they are made of good quality materials and holding up really well. I've washed it a number of times (Odin had a lot of accidents) and it's still good as new.

sagelfn · 06-24-2011, 07:13 PM

Dog Beds | Kuranda Dog Beds
A bit over $100 but I doubt you would ever need another bed.
They also have a warranty

Also recommend Foster & Smith
They often have sales and beds on clearance
Dog Beds | Quality Dog Beds Maximize Comfort & Style

Liesje · 06-27-2011, 12:06 PM

Here is what I do, it is affordable (maybe $40 tops) and comfortable (my dogs try to be the first dog up to bed so they can get the dog bed). I get one of those cheap egg carton style mattress toppers. An even cheaper alternative is if you already have one, buy yourself a new one and use the old one for the dogs. I use a twin one, then I fold it into thirds. Then I take a blanket (again you could buy one, but I have a stash of old blankets that are designated dog bedding), spread out the blanket, put the folded foam in the middle, and then wrap it like a present. Flip it over and voila! Dog bed. When it gets dirt just unwrap and machine wash the blanket. Actually, I originally had my crafty sister sew a cover with a zipper, but I think someone pooped on it or something so now I just wrap the folded foam with a spare blanket.

suzzyq01 · 06-27-2011, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by we4elves

I made Matty an elevated bed using PVC and outside upholstery...no sewing, just a little cutting of the pvc....around $40...you actually fold the fabric several to make a strong edge before screwing into the pvc...works great

Could you post a photo of the bed...that sounds cool but I need a visual to be able to recreate it.

Tbarrios333 · 06-27-2011, 01:06 PM

The Costco beds (flat square ones) are nice and big. I would not recommend the ones that are circular and filled with cotton (or whatever it's stuffed with). The filling moves around inside and you get a lumpy bed.
I recently got one filled with a chunk of thick egg crate foam at Petco. It's basically just a flat mat. My dogs love it and it was $50.

we4elves · 06-27-2011, 03:48 PM

I will try to post pictures tonight...if you look up...how to make elevated dog beds...there are a lot of different instructions out there...I used one that used PVC poles ...and self tapping screws with flat heads and folded the fabric several times to make it strong...without sewing...

06-24-2011, 12:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
Blitz1203 Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hilton Head Island, SC Posts: 109	A Comfortable, Affordable, and large Dog Bed We got rid of our couch which was essentially the dog's couch. Thinking back I wish we wouldn't have. We did however keep a cushion from it thinking it'd be enough. The cushion is 27x36" and though Blitz can lay on it.. he can't spread out like he likes without rolling off of it and in most positions his body is hanging off somewhere. So for the sake of him and the new couches we don't want him sleeping on.. I need to invest in a proper alternative. Blitz likes to lay on his back and in weird positions which generally take up the better part of a standard sized couch. We have concrete floors so aside from being large.. it needs to be padded enough or maybe elevated. I've been looking around, but most things have mixed reviews and I'm not sure who to believe lol. Last, but not least.. price.. I really don't want to spend more than $100. I'm sure there are some other GSD parents here that have had this problem and hopefully have solved this. Please let me know! Thanks __________________ Proud Owner of Blitz White German Shepherd 1.5 Year Old (Born 12/10/09)

06-24-2011, 01:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
missmychance Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fort Bragg, NC Posts: 250	Check out the Foster and Smith site - Deluxe Orthopedic Pad, I'm going to get one for Frodo when my husband comes home. It costs 99.99 and they offer free shipping (no matter the size) The size is 35x50 for the XL. That's plenty of room for my dog and he is very tall. Don't let the word pad fool you, its orthopedic and pretty thick. __________________ Frodo - GSD, DOB 12/13/2007, Diagnosed EPI 10/21/2011 Waiting at the Bridge - Chance

06-24-2011, 05:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
Josie/Zeus Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: DFW TX Posts: 1,846	Costco beds are less than $30, they are made of good quality materials and holding up really well. I've washed it a number of times (Odin had a lot of accidents) and it's still good as new. __________________ Alta Tollhaus "Koda" 3/18/11 currently training in PSA Rest in Peace my boys Zeus 2000-2009 Odin 2010-2011

06-24-2011, 07:13 PM	#6 (permalink)
sagelfn Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 3,748	Dog Beds \| Kuranda Dog Beds A bit over $100 but I doubt you would ever need another bed. They also have a warranty Also recommend Foster & Smith They often have sales and beds on clearance Dog Beds \| Quality Dog Beds Maximize Comfort & Style __________________ -Brandi Sage 6-5-09 Facebook

06-27-2011, 12:06 PM	#7 (permalink)
Liesje Crowned Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 12,969	Here is what I do, it is affordable (maybe $40 tops) and comfortable (my dogs try to be the first dog up to bed so they can get the dog bed). I get one of those cheap egg carton style mattress toppers. An even cheaper alternative is if you already have one, buy yourself a new one and use the old one for the dogs. I use a twin one, then I fold it into thirds. Then I take a blanket (again you could buy one, but I have a stash of old blankets that are designated dog bedding), spread out the blanket, put the folded foam in the middle, and then wrap it like a present. Flip it over and voila! Dog bed. When it gets dirt just unwrap and machine wash the blanket. Actually, I originally had my crafty sister sew a cover with a zipper, but I think someone pooped on it or something so now I just wrap the folded foam with a spare blanket. __________________ UCH Alta-Tollhaus-Krieger Lamb Chop FO OB1 CL1R CL1F RA TT HIT TDI CGC VPC's Coca-Cola HIT CGC SG UCH Alta-Tollhaus Bono SchH1 AD T1 FO PA CL1R UNJ UCA HIT TT CGC OFA SG Pantalaimon vom Geistwasser BH AD HIT CGC

06-24-2011, 02:34 PM	#3 (permalink)
Caledon Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,787	I've not used it but I have heard others recommend a crib mattress.. Probably could pick up a used one cheap.

06-24-2011, 02:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
we4elves Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 179	I made Matty an elevated bed using PVC and outside upholstery...no sewing, just a little cutting of the pvc....around $40...you actually fold the fabric several to make a strong edge before screwing into the pvc...works great

06-27-2011, 01:06 PM	#9 (permalink)
Tbarrios333 Knighted Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ft. Myers, FL Posts: 2,549	The Costco beds (flat square ones) are nice and big. I would not recommend the ones that are circular and filled with cotton (or whatever it's stuffed with). The filling moves around inside and you get a lumpy bed. I recently got one filled with a chunk of thick egg crate foam at Petco. It's basically just a flat mat. My dogs love it and it was $50. __________________ Owned by Nini and McKinley.

06-27-2011, 03:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
we4elves Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 179	I will try to post pictures tonight...if you look up...how to make elevated dog beds...there are a lot of different instructions out there...I used one that used PVC poles ...and self tapping screws with flat heads and folded the fabric several times to make it strong...without sewing...

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