Orthopedic Dog Beds

A lot of people wonder how they will know when their dog may need a bed with extra support. If your dog is having joint or muscle pain, or suffering from arthritis, you will know. You may notice they seem to experience stiffness when they get up or lie down. Or they may avoid going up or down stairs that they previously navigated without trouble.

But why wait until you see signs of trouble? Orthopedic dog beds are beneficial to healthy dogs, too. The extra support can prevent or delay the onset of age-related orthopedic health issues. Not to mention they are super comfortable.

One of the biggest mistakes people make when purchasing a dog bed is to choose one that is not big enough. It is important to select a dog bed that is large enough for your pet to stretch out fully. This is especially important with orthopedic dog beds for aging or injured dogs.

PetFrenzy carries orthopedic dog beds that contain either orthopedic foam or memory foam. What is the difference? Well, let's start with the similarities. Both types of foam provide extra support when a dog is relaxing or sleeping. The more overall support a dog's body gets results in fewer "pressure points". When pressure points are reduced or eliminated, there is less stress on joints.

Orthopedic foam does provide extra support over regular bed filling material. On the other hand, memory foam works with your dog's weight and body temperature to adjust more precisely to your dog's form providing superior support. Memory foam orthopedic dog beds generally cost more than those filled with orthopedic foam.

If you are considering orthopedic dog beds for preventive purposes or just to pamper your pooch, orthopedic foam filling will likely be adequate. However, if your dog is in pain, you may want to consider one of our memory foam orthopedic dog beds because they really do make a world of difference. Most people notice improvements in their dog's range-of-motion in pretty short order.

PetFrenzy carries a wide variety of orthopedic dog beds. Some of them are heated dog beds that provide therapeutic heat to ease discomfort. We even have one that vibrates! See the PetSafe Heated Wellness Bed in our Heated Dog Beds section. If you are looking for a dog bed with therapeutic benefits and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use see the Lectro Soft Outdoor Heated Pet Bed. It is weatherproof and also contains an orthopedic foam interior.

As you can see, there are orthopedic dog beds to suit just about any dog's lifestyle. That's because there is very high demand for these beneficial beds. Now, more than ever before, people have concerns about age-related ailments in their pets and they are turning to today's cutting-edge solutions. You'll notice that many of these solutions are the same ones that have traditionally been used to help people with arthritis and/or sore joints.

For example glucosamine dietary supplements are widely used to bring relief to both people and pets with joint pain and range-of-motion issues. WARNING: Recommended dosages are not the same for dogs as they are for people. Always consult with your veterinarian before giving your pet dietary supplements of any kind.

Unfortunately trendy styles have not been a high priority for manufacturers of orthopedic dog beds. It wasn't long ago that you could not find stylish orthopedic footwear, but today you can. Let's hope the makers of orthopedic dog beds get with the times soon.

If your dog is an aggressive chewer, you'll want to carefully consider which bed you buy. Foam-filled beds simply will not stand up to aggressive chewing. Raised dog beds may be a better choice for you as they do offer orthopedic benefits yet they are nearly indestructible. The bedding material on raised dog beds is stretched very tight over frames made from aluminum, steel or commercial-grade PVC plastic. (Some people refer to the latter as PVC dog beds.)

Because the fabric is stretched so tight, there is very little give to it. The result is superior, even support which will reduce stress on joints. We have a number of raised beds to choose from, however, some of them might be too high for a dog dealing with range-of-motion issues. If that is the case with your dog, we do carry one style that is elevated only 3 inches off the ground. It's called the Poly Resin Raised Crate Kuranda Pet Bed and while it’s meant to fit inside a crate, it is perfectly fine to use outside of a crate, too.

In addition to orthopedic dog beds you’ll find nesting dog beds, waterproof dog beds and many other styles in our extensive lineup. Need help comparing styles? You can contact us at customerservice@petfrenzy.com or call toll-free Mon.-Fri. 8:30-4:30 EST and a Customer Service Representative will be glad to assist you.