Fun and Different Ideas for Beds for Dogs

It used to be that beds for dogs were pretty simple things. You might put down a rug, a folded blanket, or a pile of old towels in a corner or near the fireplace, and that was it. But these pet beds have come a long way since those days. Sometimes people don't have a special bed for their dog, but let it sleep with them on their own bed. Or sometimes dog crates double as beds for the night. But others want their dogs to have something distinctive to sleep on or in, and there are some interesting and fun versions of these beds out there.

Some of the favorite unusual beds for dogs are canopy beds. Lulu Jane, a branch of Orrville Pet Products (http://www.orrvillepet.com/), has created the Crown Royale bed for dogs, with a faux antique gold metal and posts at the four corners. Curving metal rungs extend from each of these corners, upholding a jewel-encrusted crown in the center. This is indeed a luxury dog bed, because you can fit a regular sized human pillow into the bottom frame, which means the dog sleeps in the same comfort as its owner.

But taking a more formal path in unusual dog beds, one very interesting kind is the Murphy bed. This is the type of bed that folds up against a wall in the daytime, revealing just a decorative wooden cabinet. But for nighttime, the hidden mattress and bedding is lowered to the floor. This kind of dog furniture can be both utilitarian and ornamental. It saves space during the day, but can also be designed to match the other furniture in the room. It becomes a true element of the decor.

Other unusual beds for dogs are found in the shapes of cars or trucks. Some people buy little gazebos with cushions inside, while other beds might be made of bamboo frames, with drawers under the bed where brushes, collars and dog toys can be stored. An unusual pet bed is generally chosen for style, meaning that it will be a bit different and add something extra to the room. There's an element of pampering, but also a bit of fun. This type of bed is almost always chosen to enhance both the dog's life and that of its human companion.

If you want your dog to sleep at the foot of your bed, or it really likes that rug near the fireplace, then you may not need to get anything special. But there are some cool dog beds out there, and many pet owners really go in for unusual designs.

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