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A Space of Their Own
We expect dogs to adapt to our human-centered homes seamlessly, but in the wild, your dog’s ancestors would’ve had a den, a refuge from the outside world. Your dog’s bed in the home acts as that retreat from a busy household where they can decompress and helps them feel secure in new or scary situations.
Tip: When introducing your dog to their new bed, place their favorite toy or an old T-shirt of yours in the bed. The familiar scent will put them at ease and encourage them to use the bed.
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Play Hard, Rest Easy
Active dogs need a supportive bed to rest and recover from puppyhood to the golden years. Specific dog-bed fills like memory foam can ease active joints and muscles at every life stage, helping your dog rebound faster and replenish their energy for tomorrow’s adventures. Your dog sleeps up to 14 hours a day, the right bed will make every hour count, keeping them comfortable and preventing restlessness so they get high-quality rest.
Tip: The type of bed that’s best for your dog depends on a variety of factors like their activity level, sleep style, and size—visit the Orvis Dog Bed Selector to help narrow down the options.
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A Dog-Friendly Home
The best way to keep your dog off your bed is to give them one of their own. Hard floors aren’t an inviting place to rest, with a bed of its own your dog will have their own comfortable spot to rest—and less incentive to jump up on the couch or your bed. Plus, dog beds help concentrate the fur and dander your dog naturally sheds in one spot for easier cleanup.
Tip: Look for dog beds with a removable, washable cover for easy care.
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Training “Place”
Teaching your dog a “place” command to go to their bed has tons of benefits for dogs and their people. It’s a great way to keep them calm when new visitors come, prevent them from begging at the dinner table or to get them away from kitchen hazards while you’re cooking.
Tip: Learn how to teach your dog “place” and more commands in our Dog Training 101 series with a certified professional dog trainer and owner/operator of Urban Uplander Pet Care Melinda Benbow.
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