Posts tagged "dog bed"

As most pet owners know, our furry friends are experts on the art of sleeping. From feline power nappers to canine power snorers, these four-legged snoozers take relaxation to a new level. Only one question remains: are their pet beds a match for these incredible sleeping skills?

If your cat or dog could use a more comfortable sleeping spot, our friends at Zootoo rounded up some of their favorite beds to help your pet get the most out of his daily dozing.

Therapeutic mattresses aren't just for humans anymore. Thanks to the SnooZZy Ortho Air Inflatable Dog Bed from Precision Pet, canines can also enjoy the benefits of contoured comfort while they slumber. Using individual air coil chambers to provide firm but flexible support for your pooch, the SnooZZy Ortho Air Inflatable Dog Bed also features a removable, machine-washable cozy fleece cover. And the bed includes an air pump, making setup a snap.


Indulge your cat's love of cozy spaces with the Plush Hut Hooded Cat Bed from Whisker City. This fun, appealing hideaway features a pink exterior and leopard print interior with a comfy fleece lining. And for those fashionable felines who want a little extra décor for their den, the Plush Hut Hooded Cat Bed has an adorable toy ball suspended from the top of the bed's opening for added entertainment.


Whether you have a senior pet with hip and joint problems, or a pet who just enjoys an extra-warm napping spot, the Heated Wellness Sleeper Dog Bed from PetSafe provides a safe, easy-to-use alternative to potentially dangerous sleeping spots in your home. The bed combines a removable, washable microsuede cover with orthopedic foam filling for extra support, and features a detachable, chew-resistant cord for added security.


Easy to install and naturally appealing to cats, the Kitty Window Perch from Lazy Pet allows felines to engage in two of their favorite pastimes - napping and watching the world go by - from the comfort of a sunny windowsill spot. Featuring foam padding for more comfortable sleeping support, the Kitty Window Perch also has a slip-off, machine-washable cover.


Fans of William Wegman's Weimaraners will appreciate the Microsuede Screen Saver Dog Bed from Crypton, part of a collection named for the photographer and his subjects. Available in two patterns and sporting cute canine sketches, this elegant designer bed also feels divinely soft and comfortable. And the cover, made from stain-resistant and moisture-resistant fabric, zips off for easy machine washing.

It's nap time for your lap dog and you're at the office, working. Where does he plop down for his midday Zs? A couch cushion? A throw pillow? They're aight, but nothing compares to the natural cradle of a human lap.

Enter the Lap of Luxury. These handmade pet beds available on Etsy caught our attention with their bizarre but clever style. If you've got a taste for idiosyncratic decoration and a fair amount of disposable income, a Lap of Luxury might be just what your purse dog has been wanting. Don't let it bruise your ego if he starts choosing his fake lap over yours even when you're around. $175

One Eye Blue (the company whose motto is "cool dog stuff for cool dog people") cares about animals -- and about you -- which is why they've put together this fun prize package.

One lucky Paw Nation reader will win a leash and collar in their choice of color and pattern, as well as a large therapeutic mat. These collars and leashes are of high quality and come in loads of fun prints, so you'll have no trouble finding one that appeals to you (or your dog's) sense of style. The coolest detail: The seat belt buckle clasp that closes the collar -- it works well and looks great.

The therapeutic mat is made of Holofiber, which, according to the company, is designed to work with your dog's body to increase oxygen levels, build strength, boost energy and accelerate muscle recovery. It's easy to use anywhere -- in a crate, to protect a couch cushion or wherever.

To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us what kind of pattern or print would look best on your dog.

The comment must be left before 5 p.m. ET on Friday, April 16, 2010.

You may enter only once.

One winner will be selected in a random drawing.

One winner will receive his or her choice of pattern in a leash and collar, as well as a large therapeutic mat in any available color (valued at $174.95).

Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.

Click here for complete official rules. Winner will be notified by e-mail, so be sure to provide a valid address!

For those of us who consider our pets as members of our families, it can be difficult to resist the urge to splurge on pet toys and treats. But wouldn't it be nice if the money we spent not only benefited our pets, but also pets in need? Wouldn't you love to support companies that care?

Fortunately, there are many businesses that donate portions of their proceeds to charity. Here are three such companies:

LULODOG
Products: Organic grooming supplies (all ingredients are listed on the LuLoDog Web site) made in a cruelty-free manner. The shampoo we tested (Tangerine & Vanilla) comes in an attractive silver bottle with a pump top, which is so much easier to use than a regular squeeze bottle when you're also holding a dog in place! It was sudsy and smelled delicious, and when the scent wore off, we simply sprayed our pooches down with one of the organic fragrances.

What They Donate: LuLoDog, along with its sister company Wolfe & Sparky (featured after the jump), created and support Pause for Paws, a program which helps dog shelters and rescue organizations throughout the country. They've pledged to donate one of their products for each one that is sold, which means that with each purchase you make, you're also helping a homeless dog become clean and healthy.

What do you look for in a pet bed? Our pets want it to be soft and snuggly, while we want covers that are removable, easy to wash, and available in lots of fun patterns. And petLINENS fits the bill perfectly.

We had a chance to try out a petLINENS bed, testing the XL rectangle so two dogs could fit on it at the same time. The cushion is super soft (don't be fooled when you see it in the box; it actually expands once you take it out), and the plush covers are pretty, particularly the new giraffe print (though they have lots of more traditional colors and patterns available as well).

This week, we're giving away a petLINENS bundled bed set to one lucky Paw Nation reader. The bed sets include two removable and machine-washable slipcovers, and one cushion, available in an extra-large rectangle, or 32" round. The winner will select one cushion and two slipcovers from any of petLINENS' collections, or mix-and-match across collections to find their perfect pet style!

To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us where you'd keep your dog's new petLINENS bed.

The comment must be left before 5 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010.

You may enter only once.

One winner will be selected in a random drawing.

One winner will receive a petLINENS bundled bed set in the style and color/pattern of his or her choice (valued at up to $85).

Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.

Click here for complete Official Rules. Winner will be notified by e-mail, so be sure to provide a valid address!

Are you fed up with hiding your pup's bed in another room, and wishing you had a stylish dog bed you could keep out in your living room? Look no further; Molly Mutt dog-bed duvets have you covered.

Molly Mutt dog bed duvets aren't just fun and stylish, they're also eco-friendly because you stuff your dog's bed with items you'd otherwise throw away. And this week, we're giving one away!

One lucky Paw Nation reader will win a medium/large set (duvet and stuff sack) in either "snowcones and puppies" or "mr. roboto" designs.

• To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us where your dog normally sleeps or what your dog usually sleeps on.
• The comment must be left before 5 p.m. ET on Friday, November 27, 2009.
• You may enter only once.
• One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
• One winner will receive one medium/large Molly Mutt dog bed duvet and stuff sack (valued at $42.50).
• Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
• Click here for complete Official Rules. Winner will be notified by e-mail, so be sure to provide a valid address!

My cats love a good place to curl up and nap (the more expensive or delicate the surface, the better), but there is a continuous battle between me -- the neat-freak owner -- and the hair that inevitably builds up on their favorite perches. I've had to retire many a standard cat bed after hair became too thickly mashed and entwined in the bed's fibers, despite my brushing and rubbing with sticky wipes.

Enter the Dog Gone Smart Bed, which, while technically was designed for dogs, is a great option for fur-fighting cat owners too. The patented NanoSphere material boasts anti-odor and anti-stain properties (great for dog owners), but the real innovation is how easy it is to remove hair from it. A month's worth of my two cats' hair was easily removed with a few swipes of damp paper towel, which makes me wish everything in my apartment (and my closet!) was upholstered in the fabric.

As advertised on the company's Web site, both ketchup and honey easily slid off with a quick run under the faucet, and of course, water beads right off without absorbing into the fabric. They company also claims it's easy to cancel out smells and stains from bed-wetting, but I thankfully haven't needed to test the veracity of that claim.

Ever wonder what it's like to be a pet of the rich and famous? For Dolce, Marilyn Monroe, Harajuku Bitch, Prince, Tinkerbell and nine other dogs, it's all about living in luxury. The pups' socialite-owner Paris Hilton recently posted pictures of their Beverly Hills 'Mini Doggie Mansion' on her Twitter page.

"I may have spoiled them a little too much. But how can I not? Just look at those sweet lil' faces, they deserve to be treated like my lil' prince and princesses :) I love my babies," Paris tweeted.

The poolside kennel is a mini replica of her mansion filled with tiny furniture pieces, a spiral staircase, a black chandelier, a balcony, and air conditioning, for those hot summer days.

True to her heiress fashion, Paris also created a designer wardrobe and 'Chewy Vuitton' beds for her pooches.

We can only wonder when they'll get their own mini pink Bentleys.

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