Choosing the best bed for your dog can be hard when there are so many options out there. Just like picking out the best mattress for yourself, a dog's bed is a place where they will spend a great deal of time and it's important for them to find it comfortable. By understanding what you are looking for, you can find the best bed for you dog.
In this article we will be going over the following to help you find the best dog bed for your gold retriever:
Different Types of Dog Bed
Picking a bed based on Dog's Sleeping Position
Dog Size Chart
Qualities of Best Beds
Top Dog Beds for Golden Retrievers
1. Different Types Of Dog Beds



Crate Dog Bed
These are beds that line the bottom of the crate or kennel. Be sure to get a chew resistant crate pad if your pup is a chewer!
Cooling and Heated Dog Bed
These beds are great for dogs that are temperature sensitive. Heated beds are electric and cool beds are gel based.
2. Pick A Bed Based On Dog's Sleeping Position
Back Sleepers
Dogs who love to sleep on their back love something they can sink into. The best options for this dog is anything that is large enough for their whole body and soft and plush to sink into. Donut beds and standard beds are great for this purpose.
Snugglers
A nested bed, covered, or any bed with sides are great for snugglers who love to curl themselves in the corners of your sofa and bed.
Side & Belly Sleepers
Space is key with side and belly sleepers. Orthopedic and firmer beds are bed for this purpose. Cots also are popular with belly sleepers. Just make sure that your bed is larger so they have all the room to stretch out on the bed.
Curled Up Sleepers
Usually smaller dogs like to curl up, or when dogs want to be warm and cozy they like to curl up for sleeping. The best beds for dogs who love to curl up are plush beds like donut beds, nest beds, and beds with coverage.
Qualities of a good Dog's Bed for Golden Retriever
Easy To Clean: An unwashed dog bed can get super smelly. It's best to find a bed that is easy to clean either by wiping it or removing the outer shell. Larger dog beds can be put in the wash, but may not fit. Even if it does fit, majority of beds hold too much water to be put into the dryer. The last time I put my medium bed in the dryer, the dryer moved 2 feet from the wall and unplugged itself. So it's best to find a bed where the outside can be taken off to be put in the wash.
Water resistant: If your dog vomits, pees, or poops in the bed or even just licks themselves, the bed will absorb all the liquid. If you can find one, it's best to find a water resistant bed where there is a water resistant fabric layer so all those liquids don't get absorbed into the filling of the bed. The last thing you want in your dog's bed is a lingering odor or even worse mold.
Proper Size: Make sure you have the proper size for your dog. If your dog likes to stretch out or lay on their side, make sure the bed is large enough to accommodate that.
Materials and comfort: When picking out a bed we want the materials to be comfortable and wear well over time. Some beds act like pillows, flattening over time. We also want safe materials for our dogs. If your dog is rough with the bed look for Heavy duty nylon canvas farics.
Temperature: A good dog bed is breathable but comfy. Looking for breathable canvas, linens, and cottons are the best materials for our dogs. If it is a material that doesn't breath then it's probably too hot for you dog. A bed should also be warm for your dog to sleep in.
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Did I miss anything? Comment down below and let me know what's your dog's favorite bed!

