{"id":21243,"date":"2022-07-25T18:27:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-26T00:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/?p=21243"},"modified":"2022-10-13T06:38:41","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T12:38:41","slug":"therapeutic-dog-bed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/product\/therapeutic-dog-bed","title":{"rendered":"A Therapeutic Dog Bed Can Be a Sleep Game Changer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We know how tempting it can be to snuggle up with your dog in your own bed every night. This is beautiful bonding time! It\u2019s important to shower your pet with love and affection, especially since you may not get to see him or her very much during the workday. But did you know that having a therapeutic dog bed and designated sleeping area for your pup can be not only beneficial to your pet\u2019s health, but to yours as well? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are five reasons why you should consider getting a calming dog bed and create some sleep boundaries in your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Dogs need 12-14 hours of sleep per day.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Your dog, depending on his or her age, needs between 12 and 14 hours<\/a> of sleep per day (puppies sleep 18-20 hours!). You can support your pet\u2019s needs by creating one or more comfy sleep sanctuaries around the house that uniquely belong to your pet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This separation can also train your dog to sleep in a calming pet bed at night, which is ideal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When dogs sleep with humans, they can be easily woken up in the middle of the night. It\u2019s best for your furry friend to have their own breathable and deluxe comfy dog bed that will allow for uninterrupted sleep — and optimal health!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Sleep boundaries can be good for your health, too. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While some studies show that sleeping with your dog can be beneficial<\/a> to you, health-wise, as a pet owner, it\u2019s important to consider that dogs are carriers of parasites and staph infections that, if transmitted, can be harmful to your health (and especially to your child\u2019s health). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While we know it\u2019s difficult to resist a nightly cuddle — co-sleeping with your pet is, indeed, a very tough pattern to break — we encourage you to be mindful of what your dog could be carrying in from the outside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, if you are a light sleeper and your feisty pup hears a distant rustling in the bushes at 3 a.m. …well, we all know how that goes! It could be best to honor your sleep needs by creating a separate high-quality sleeping area for your beloved best friend.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short: take care of yourself first so that you can be the best pet parent possible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Related reading: How to Keep Your Dog Off the Bed (and in Its Own)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

3. Donut dog beds and huts are great for easing separation anxiety.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Does your pup have separation anxiety? If you are searching for an anti-anxiety dog bed (or cat bed!), be sure to invest in top-quality materials that have soothing properties like soft faux fur. Calming donut cuddlers<\/a>, for example, have a shag fur-like texture that resembles mom\u2019s fur. The donut shape of these bolster dog beds has a self-warming and soothing effect that is instantly calming. The high walls serve as a comfortable headrest as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dog will be able to snuggle and get burrowing in the bed and experience a sense of comfort and ease during sleep time. Memory foam dog beds or calming beds for dogs with raised rims and soft filling also help to ease anxiety. Put a bed in your dog\u2019s crate with a suede-like microfiber blanket on top to create a safe space for Fido.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These beds are available in a variety of sizes for big dogs and small dogs (small-x-large). The machine-washable covers come in different neutral colors in our shag and luxe fabrics. In addition, the entirety of our jumbo sherpa Cuddle Cups and huts can be tossed in the washing machine.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The Original Calming Donut Shag Cat & Dog Bed<\/h3>\n\t\t\t

Give your pet more than just a dog bed! Best Friend\u2019s by Sheri is the original creator of the most popular dog bed that has surfaced the internet in recent years: The Calming Donut Dog Bed. This innovative cuddler shag design provides better sleep, supports joints, and offers a calming, self-warming effect. The donut cuddler is carefully crafted with durable, vegan nylon and filled with AirLoft fibers,…<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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