Best dog beds according to redditors

Already ordered him one of these.

Sealy sells dog mattresses. They are quite nice.
https://www.amazon.com/Sealy-Dog-Bed-Technology-Large/dp/B00G3D4TPU

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00CSJAIO4/ref=pd_aw_sbs_1?pi=SL500_SS115&simLd=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XREGXAW/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This looks pretty similar!

Picture of Lily getting barfed out of a shark bed. Link

Best Friends by Sheri DNT-SHG-TAU-2323-VP Luxury Shag Fuax Fur Donut Cuddler (Multiple Sizes) – Cat and Dog B23 x23, Taupe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MV0IX66/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_0Gp6BbAKG17M0

This is what I found

My favorite small "camping hack" items:

- Headlamp with low, high and red light settings

- Aeropress!

- Off the ground pet cot for our dog https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Elevated-Cooling-Pet-Grey/dp/B076VXVB2L/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=camping+dog+cot&qid=1558051054&s=gateway&sr=8-11

Looks different than the pic, a lot different: http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/eddc/?srp=1

Looks more like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Shark-Round-House-Puppy-Medium/dp/B00CSJAIO4/ref=pd_sim_sbs_petsupplies_3

Amazon. We likely could've looked closer at the description, but failed to do so. Thus, the 35lbs baroness gets the pibble equivalent of a California King.

Big ass pibble bed

The cat? I found him under a car in Koreatown. If you mean the shark bed, I got if off of Amazon. Here's a link!

I found it on amazon, different sizes



https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719SHC5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4VYnDbVABH8DY

Here you go: KOJIMA Shark Bed

For the dog to lie down in. Like this. https://www.amazon.com/Yosoo-Shark-Round-House-Medium/dp/B00CSJAIRG

Sounds like Marley and Norbert would be handful if they got together!

here is the bed if you're curious.

According to the source vid, it's a memory foam dog bed. Kind of like this one or this one. This one, this one, and this one are all great. I've been researching them to save up for our little monster.

I would consider something like this or this mat, to give him a place to cool down. It would be a good idea to get a thermometer (and some lubricating jelly) and take his temperature on very hot days. A normal temp is around 38.3 to 39.2 Celsius, and anything hotter than that can start to cause damage - a temp of 41.1 C or above is a medical emergency, as organs start becoming damaged at that temp.



Get a plastic baby pool, fill it with water, and give him access to it daily. Preferably stick it in the shade. Show him he can go into it, and maybe start with shallow water if he is unsure. Make sure to empty it and refill it daily (as he will likely also drink from it).

When he is too warm, you need to cool him down. Start by wetting his paws and ears with really cool water, and putting a wet/damp towel across his body.

Please give him access to your home if you are able, so he can get some relief.

I think I have that same bed bookmarked right now! Is this it? I'm willing to drop up to $100 on a good bed for him, and this one looks right up his alley, but I thought I'd ask about mattresses first since I always hear about them.

I don't know if this will work. I haven't used it personally but I heard it was good for dogs that chew beds

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004E2JVKK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B004E2JVKK&linkCode=as2&tag=rove05-20&linkId=5b1d4e4df1b5b696c902eadc1d9d8078

It'll take time, but you'll get there. :) You sound like you're on the right track.

If you find your dog is responding well to certain things, it'll make life easier. For me with Kennel Training it was:

1. CozyCave Dog Bed, the ultimate safespace for a dog. - Small for 1 IG, Large for 2 IGs. These things make my IGs very calm, as the bed is basically cuddling with your dog.
   
   
2. A view out the window to keep their mind busy when bored. The difference this made for my dogs can't be understated. They absolutely love staring out the window for extended periods of time. My boy sits like this most of the day.
   
   
3. A small treat everytime I lock the kennel as a reward for being a good boy/girl and getting in without a fuss.
   
   
   I highly recommend getting a camera you can monitor your dog with if you don't have one already. That way you can truly understand their mental state while you're away. Wyzecam is a nice option that is super cheap -- Home Depot sells em.

kojima, i bought it here: http://www.amazon.com/Colorfulhouse-Shark-Round-House-Medium/dp/B00CSJAIRG

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CHMG9DK?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

These? https://www.amazon.com/Serta-Cuddler-Dog-Bed-Grey/dp/B014SS8L3M

This one has treated our Newf & Golden rather well over the years: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E3EC9M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Memory foam, washable, two covers included. Comes in XL, XXL, and jumbo.

I got one from Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/Kingmys-Sponge-Strawberry-Cushion-Basket/dp/B00ADHQNHE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382474032&sr=8-1&keywords=strawberry+pet+bed

I hate having a crate however I find it's the only real sleep our dog gets. There's four in our house and he is always moving around otherwise. We keep the create on the main floor away from the rooms.

This is what I wanted to move to

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01MV0IX66/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_XPr2Db9ESMRV3

UGH I JUST REMEMBERED TO FINISH THIS BRB

EDIT: Okay here it izzzz.

These are the items you are looking for... (everything listed is from my wishlists here! )

1.) Something that is grey. – The bike lock on my wishlist (that was already gifted (: ) This one’s grey!

2.) Something reminiscent of rain. These leggings are Doctor Who Cosmic Tardis Leggings are cosmic… as in galaxy… as in the universe… in which there is a water cycle…. Which is reminiscent of rain…. Yup. ;)

3.) Something food related that is unusual. – It’s not every day you get to have jagermeister infused gummy bears....... Freaking nom.

4.) Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself. Tell me who it's for and why. (Yes, pets count!) – A dog bed for my puppy!! He really, really needs a new one.

5.) A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it! – YOU NEED TO READ THE HOUSE OF LEAVES IT’S SO CRAZY AND I LOVE IT AND … AT SOME POINTS… YOU READ IT UPSIDE DOWN AND CRAZY AND INSIDE OUT AND OMFG WHAT ARE YOU STILL DOING READING THIS GO READ THIS NOW

6.) An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related! This with the value of 95 cents ;) hehehe I’m sneaky.

7.) Something related to cats. I love cats! (Keep this SFW; you know who you are...) -- This cat bed, even though I don’t have a cat, was on my puppy’s list! My puppy (who’s really a 9 year old dog but I call him puppy cause he looks/acts/is one) is a 6lb pup who’s basically a cat ;)

8.) Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it. – The Chuck Complete Series Collector Blu-ray is not necessarily useful to my life…But the show’s so gorgeous, the cast so beautiful, the plot so delicious…I love it and need it! :P

9.) A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why? – TANGLED!! (OK, one of the only movie related pieces on my list :P) But really, Tangled is PERFECT, SO adorable, a real winner.

10.) Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain. – Okay this may seem crazy but stick with me here. these bones would be super helpful once whittled down. You could use it to double tap those stanky ass zombies

11.) Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals. I have lots of stuff for fitness and school and all my goals likes that, but I thought I'd use something a little different for this one. This skin corrective cream would allow me to cover up my stupid little burn marks on my leg that make me really self conscious in skirts and shorts. This would be a good step in my goal of being happy with myself and gaining self confidence for the first time in my life.

12.) One of those pesky Add-On items.– One of those pesky add-ons… The MSC Joie Simply Slice Strawberry Slicer on my WL is one of them pesky add-ons.

13.) The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item, why? – A Bike. Why? Mine was stolen and its extremely hindered my mobility as I need it for transportation to school /:

14.) Something bigger than a bread box. – The puppy bed on my puppy’s wishlist within my own wishlist is most definitely bigger than a breadbox.

15.) Something smaller than a golf ball. -- These cable organizers HOLLAH at me, Tiger Woods.

16.) Something that smells wonderful. -- French Vanilla Green Mountain Coffee Portion Packs for Keurig Mmmmmmmmm, delicious.

17.) A (SFW) toy. -- Crock Pot COOKING IS LIFE AND HAVING A CROCK POT WOULD BE THE BEST OF TOYS. For something more traditional, I have hedgehog toys etc on my puppy's list.

18.) Something that would be helpful for going back to school. -- This beautiful backpack! Mine is shot to hell and I'm dreading buying a new one.

19.) Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be. This Friends Milkshake Poster Print from my wishlist OMFG I AM OBSESSED WITH FRIENDS RIGHT NOW. IDK WHY BUT I AM. Also with the Chuck DVD on my dreams list xD

20.) Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand.– The New York Window Print Poster on my wishlist is pretty awe-inspiring. Looking into the city "where dreams are made of" in whatever town your in.... In a place that's essentially the culmination of all your dreams and desires.... At least for me.

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BONUS ITEMS

1. [YOUR NAME IS……]() Amirite?! actually... I've messaged so many people trying to figure it out, and I could've sworn I knew it before, but I absolutely cannot remember it.
   
   
2. And this handwarmer mug – OCEAN TIDE was made in Milton, Oregon! This ones not on my WL however.
   
   Finally, some people say that fear cuts deeper than swords but does it? Who knows.

yes it's called a kuranda bed and all of my dogs have loved them! I ordered them on Amazon. They are so much easier to clean than a stuffed bed. now that my cat has discovered them, he gets on there too!
Kuranda Walnut PVC Chewproof Dog Bed - Large (40x25) - Cordura - Smoke https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004E2JVKK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_7K0nyb05T2EA7

We’re using a brindle bed. The largest one. Our 5mo loves it! Brindle Shredded Memory Foam

I got a similar one on Amazon.

First off stuff to buy.

1. Crate. Unfortunately from my personal experience you will likely end up with 2. I got the largest I could find locally and it worked well for the first year or so and had a nice divider so that crate training worked well, but by time Minnie was full grown it was too short for her and ended upgrading to this massive beast and she loves it
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005VVWBVY/
   
   
2. Beds are a waste as others have said, they will look for what ever is cold and will lay in some of the most awkward positions you can imagine. So with that said i recommend the following pad if you are going to spend quite a bit of time in a room that is carpeted. Its filled with water and does a good job making a cool spot for them to lay. If you are handy i recommend getting some thin fabric and making like a giant pillow case for it as it will make cleaning it 100x easier and will further prevent rips from their claws (although it is quite durable on its own)
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003KK60R4/
   
   
3. Dryer. This you wont need now, but once their adult coat starts coming in around a year and they are swimming more a high velocity dryer really makes a huge difference in getting them dry and keeping their skin in good condition. I recommend googling this a bit and looking at some reviews. These can get pricey but generally you get what you pay for. I personally went with the B-Air Bear Power 4hp model, but it comes and goes in terms of availability at a decent price.
   
   
4. Toys, they really can do a number on toys so you'll probably want to skip most plush toys and stick to the more heavy duty canvas and chew resistant toys. Generally dont spend a ton on toys because they will likely be destroyed, keep an eye on them and take them away once they really get into them and starts ripping them apart. The one brand I will however absolutely recommend is Chuck-it. They are the Orange and blue toys and I have no idea what they make their toys out of but we have several of their large balls that are going on 3 years old still in like new condition. Minnie can chew them like bubble gum and hasn't managed to destroy one. their water bumpers are nearly as indestructible.
   
   
5. Flea and Tick meds. This will likely be controversial because ask 10 people and you will get 11 answers. But we started Minnie on Advantix II and it worked amazing, as long as you applied it frequently. Its once a month under ideal conditions, but with heavy swimming it can be as little as once every 2 weeks. As long as you are applying it on schedule it does great. Never saw anything on her and we are in New England where the tick season has been crazy the last year or two. However the cost and application timing was getting a bit much so we switched to the Sorresto collar and it appears to be working just as well (doesn't protect against mosquito like the advantix however but with their fur i figure thats a minimal issue). The advantage is with the collar is that its good for 5 months even with regular baths / swimming. So overall the cost is lower and you arent having to keep reapplying it.
   
   
6. food and water bowls. I found these on amazon and love them. they are good and heavy, dishwasher safe and nice and large. For the price they have been amazing. The nice thing is with their weight that Minnie doesnt try to move them around to flip them over if she splashes in her water bowl. I got the 9.5" version. One note of caution, they can get chipped in shipping, so really look them over if you get them. Amazon is great on exchanging them if you get one not in perfect shape.
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002AS5QY/
   
   
7. Health and wellness. Where possible dont buy "dog" things here. A good example is if you end up having to do dewormer. Panacur-C is quite expensive because its done by weight. The same medicine is sold on amazon / Tractor Supply for goats at a much lower cost and you can easily calculate dosage based on what the mg in the comparable Panacur-C package. Same goes for probiotic. Like we use this and its lasted close to 2 years and its been a much better value than buying the dog version.
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0088OKQIQ/
   
   
8. Microchipping. If you have a VIP pet care in your area they do the chip and lifetime registration for under $20.
   
   
9. Food. As a pup its important to find a food that has a low calcium content. Eukanuba Large breed puppy is one of the few that I've found that meets this. You want less than 1%. As they get older you will want to find a quality food. Kirkland Salmon is affordable and gets good feedback.

If its the stuffing, you could try this type of bed: https://smile.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Elevated-Cooling-Pet-Grey/dp/B076VXVB2L/ref=sxin_3_pb?keywords=dog+bed&pd_rd_i=B076VXVB2L&pd_rd_r=7d90c624-964c-4364-89d2-6df54e0573b9&pd_rd_w=J70YM&pd_rd_wg=tNtnK&pf_rd_p=9ef0c97a-254b-445c-822b-c948e2d94ddd&pf_rd_r=VKQ0M4EFH6T7VB69VG6Z&qid=1566238354&s=gateway

30”x42”
Got it on Amazon

My boy is about 85lbs and it fits him well.

I highly recommend. Not bad for $60 really. I have spent just as much on the large pillow style beds.

You can't get that exact one since it's custom made, but you can get something very similar. There are also some more pet caves/tents here.

Here!

We used to add a bit of canned pumpkin on top of our dogs regular food with some glucosamine in it. Once you open the can you can keep it in the fridge for about a week I think, and they were like 1.50$ or so for a large can. Pretty economical, tasty, and good for the dog's digestion. Just make sure not to get the pumpkin pie filling, because it has added spices and sugar, but just the plain pumpkin puree.

Sorry to hear about your golden showing signs of hip problems :(. If you got your dog from a breeder it might be worth mentioning it to her/him just so they are aware of the problem if they are still breeding. And I'm not sure if your vet has told you (ours didn't) but there are a lot of little things to do around the house to help keep your dog's hips in better shape. Things like adding mats to any slippery wood or tile floors (less stress on the hips than if they were slipping), adding stepping stools if your pup jumps up on the bed or couch and beds similar to this one which are supposed to put less stress on the hip when the dog is sleeping.

Here is a picture of my girl, just so you know that I am definitely dealing with a very long backed dog. So, I do take some precautions when it comes to her activity. For instance, I walk her about 2-3 hours per day, but I make sure that it's mostly grassy trails and not a lot of cement. When I walk her on cement, we keep the walks short-ish (40-60min). Cement puts more stress on dogs bones/joints, and that includes their backs.

Another thing I do is keep the running around short. I do play fetch with her, and I allow her to run back and forth, and run around the yard.. however.. thankfully she takes breaks on her own. She will run really really fast across the entire yard, and then she will lay down and gnaw on a stick. We give her a minute or so of a break, and then we resume the running. Frequent breaks are important, and we are extra cautious. On top of that, we keep this form of exercise kind of short. We keep her outside running around for about ten minutes before we bring her inside for a nice long break. Then, after about an hour or so, we go back outside to play some more.

I also, of course, train a lot with my dog, so she is always mentally tired. She is a Competition Obedience dog, and a Canine Nosework dog, so we have a lot to work on during the day. I am also a positive reinforcement dog trainer, so I really need to make sure my girl is her best self!

Maybe the little guy would benefit from more freedom, alongside more mental/physical stimulation. If you're able to give him a better life, I think it would be better for you to take him in. Of course, this is totally just my personal opinion, after just one tiny little itty bitty glimpse into your MIL's lifestyle.

I think if your MIL were to carry treats around with her, and keep them on her at all times, she could toss them far away from the couch each time the pup approaches the couch. Whenever she wants him to just go away, she can begin to toss treats all around the room. This will make the floor a rewarding place to hang out. I also recommend she gets a nice comfy dog bed for the dog so he can hang out on the floor comfortably. That's the other thing we did for my girl. We have these exact doggy steps for the bed/couches/chairs/etc. We also have this $90 X-Large pet cave bed for my girl so she has somewhere comfy to lay on the floor. This is definitely important for Dachshund's backs. Here's an album of the X-Large bed.. which is just ridiculously large.. there really is no need to buy the bed this large.. I can comfortably fit inside of it and sleep.

So, I think if your MIL truly needs to stop with the force training, and needs to start using encouragement to get the pup to do what she wants. This will definitely build a better bond between them, and it will help the pup be less defiant!

I guess there is a super rad dog bed I have on my list that I would save up for it I was saving. I'm not even too sure the doxie would use it which is why I haven't bought it. But it looks like he'd love it - he's a burrower.

Heck, maybe I WILL start saving for it and buy it for Bowie's birthday (July 4th).

Aww, so cute :D I should get out my Pyr's puppy bed and take a picture of her in it. She has since upgraded to Jumbo Donut Bed: https://www.amazon.com/Chocolate-Suede-Majestic-Pet-Products/dp/B0022KI9LI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1469579678&sr=8-3&keywords=bagel+bed

It’s the Frisco 54” crate, from Chewy for $99 and free shipping here . The bed is a 52” Brindle memory foam bed from Amazon here, it’s a perfect fit for the crate. We often have trouble convincing him to leave his crate!

Amazon! My mom got it for me and my cat loves it.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ADHQNHE/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_khfltb1YSFAMN

yup! this one.

highly recommend the 54” Midwest kennel! If you need a bed that fits also they are pretty hard to find the right size for good price but i found this one on amazon and the 52x34 fits PERFECTLY and it’s super comfy

I took a chance and got some legit memory foam beds for both my goldens. They love it and lay on it all the time. The cost for each is like $96 (plus shipping), but it's a pretty good deal, esp since they both have knee problems -.- This is the link http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E3EC9M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Some tips from the owner of a very floofy husky/malamute: They don't like warm cozy beds because they are too warm.

Get your dog one of these cooling mats:
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B003KK60R4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You fill them up with water and they are always cool to the touch, even on hot days. My dog loves it. Of course, he still only sometimes sleeps on it!

Here's the bed. Worth every overpriced penny. It's a loose fluff fill, but Meepo doesn't seem to mind.

I bought it in desperation. He would come up three times a night for a pee break, play, cuddles, what have you. Only way I could get him to settle is to invite him underneath the sheets and cuddle... and then I could never roll over or move or anything.

I needed my bed back. Now, I have it. And it is glorious.

K&H Manufacturing Original Pet Cot. It is a great bed! He absolutely loves it. It is vented in the middle so he doesn't get too hot or cold, and it is super portable!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CHMG9DK/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Costco has been selling some large sized dog beds for ~$25. They're not quite large enough for my dog to stretch out on, but he normally curls up anyway, so it works fine. Otherwise, PetSmart sells some XL foam beds for about $100.

EDIT: I once got this bed: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001G2V9GK and it worked pretty well, too. Unfortunately, the dog peed on it... :-(

I got the biggest one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Sealy-Dog-Bed-Technology-Large/dp/B00G3D4TPU

Coconut likes it. one of her other beds is just the cushion from a papasan chair.

Whatever you get make sure it has a removable cover for easy cleaning.

SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!

I telecommute from home a couple of times a week, so I'm home with the dogs. Our thermostats are set to 66 F during the day and 59 F at night. One of my dogs still lays sprawled out on the cool tile. The other dog is a total wuss for the cold, so we put a sweater on him and we got him a cave bed.

During the summer we don't have AC except for the bedroom (which has a little window unit). It usually gets about 80-82F in the house. We used to leave the window AC unit on during the day for the dogs, but they just slept downstairs anyways, so we figured they didn't mind the warm.

Looks like this one on amazon:

Cozy Cave Pet Bed

I bought this on Amazon. It came from China, so it did take some time getting to me. Here's a link to the bed. I bought mine from seller SR-Six when it was cheaper, so hopefully the other vendors send a quality product as well!

We use an elevated pet bed for outside the crate (https://www.amazon.com/Kuranda-Walnut-PVC-Chewproof-Dog/dp/B004E2JVKK/ref=sr_1_11) which is nice for when we can watch her, and is also supposed to be good for the joints of large breeds.

For inside the crate, we are sticking to towels until she can be trusted not to chew them. We imagine it'll be 9-12 months before she's ready for that.

Let her into your room! She'll be much happier with more space. I highly recommend having a cat tree or two in your place. Give her a box to hide in. Or even try one of these out!

KOJIMA Shark Round House Puppy Bed with Pet Bed Mat, Small to Medium (Gray, Small) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HRXQ90I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_dcINybCJMQWEE

Don't prevent her from hiding, but do challenge her once in a while to be comfortable in different rooms and open spaces.

Try the toy distraction on your 2 year old cat. That's what I meant. If she's showing aggression, it's one of the best ways to distract her from the cat who's more shy.

Make sure the new cat isn't doing anything to provoke your 2 year old cat. If she is, that behavior will need to be adjusted before the 2 year old cat can be comfortable with her.

100% agree on the tuna. If you'd like to learn about cat nutrition, I highly recommend http://www.thecatsite.com for its active forums and articles on feline nutrition (they can also give great input on behaviors)

Here are two nutrition articles to get you started:

http://www.thecatsite.com/a/how-to-choose-the-right-food-for-your-cat

http://www.thecatsite.com/a/grain-free-cat-food-what-does-it-mean

You'll find that grain free high protein wet/raw foods are best for your babies as unlike people and even dogs, cats are obligate carnivores. (Here is some of that science: https://www.waltham.com/document/nutrition/cat/dog/differences-between-cat-and-dog/284/ )
My recommendation is making a small trip to an independent pet food store (not petco, petsmart, or even pet supplies plus) Take a look on yelp for good ones in your area. (Just search for pet food stores) If there are none, try Chewy.com. They sell all sorts of pet foods (you can filter by grain free) The forums on thecatsite are very good in terms of discussion of different commercial and home-made food options. (As you might be able to tell, I've done a lot of my own research!)

But yes. You are correct. Plain tuna does not contain the amount of Taurine (that's just one or the major ones) cats need to thrive. Fish generally is something you should stray from due to high mercury content and addictiveness. (Dry food is also very addictive and contributes most to obesity, digestive issues, UTIs, urinary crystals, and more)

And good! Yes, be creative in your ways to distract her! If she's not enjoying her favorite toy, try a new one. (Cats love Da'Bird and similar long (~3 ft) fishing pole type toys. ) Check out these links.


GoCat Da Bird Rod and Feather Cat Toys, Assorted Colors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001BOVEU4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_wzINybW7DMFV9

Cats really jump for these types of long fishing pole toys that use feathers or other fur like parts. I do recommend always having a handy supply of strong duct tape to fix minor issues and strengthen the parts of well-used toys. (I had to tightly reinforce the end of the rod that connects to the string so the end piece holding the string wouldn't come off)


Petmate Jackson Galaxy Cat Crawl Solid Tunnel, Green/Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O3GWKHS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UDINyb34HXAEW

Great space for stalking and hiding during play


Nature In Hand Cat Play House with Catnip and Scratcher (Cat Scratching House) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJAHOC2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_DFINybC4C5TWA

Triple function hide, stealth play, and cardboard scratcher. I have one that my cat loves! You can sometimes find seasonal looking ones on clearance at local pet stores (I have a gingerbread xmas themed one that I got on clearance for half the price on amazon) Cardboard scratchers, to me, are a must. Whether it's something like this or just by itself.



Nano Robotic Cat Toy (White/Blue) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWU17KS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_kyINyb5FX7DB2

This one is great if you have hard wood or tile floors. Otherwise, pass.


The idea here is to give them more enrichment, hide space, and ways to play.

That said, having more vertical space is also a really good idea.

You know how cat trees (especially the 6 ft ones) are like 200 dollars at pet stores?
Check this out:

Go Pet Club Cat Tree, 50W x 26L x 72H, Beige https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003WGGWQA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_awINybGSAA2EB


BestPet CT-9073 Cat Tree Scratcher Play House Condo Furniture Toy, 73-Inch, Beige https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NOL7OQU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_-wINybKYYYCDX

You can find more on amazon. Groupon or eBay are also good sources. Your cats will be more comfortable if they can observe their territory from a high place rather than hiding behind a toilet. I really do think it would help give them more confidence. You could even install cat shelves on your walls if you want to. But a cat tree(or two!) goes a long way!

Give them their own favorite places to occupy so that they are better able to share their space.

Our dogs LOVE these donut cuddler beds: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MV0IX66/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wloACbTKB4JX1 (we have the 23x23" one for a 17lb and a 35lb dog ~beagle-sized) - they are super picky about beds and have flat out rejected others.

They also love denta stix and flexi jerky (science diet) treats. I found a simple recipe for dog treats that they enjoyed, and they love "silk balls" or fat balls which are a treat you make out of ground beef, peanut butter, oatmeal, cream cheese, wheat germ, etc. - lots of recipes on Google. I don't always include the ground beef, and I freeze big batches so I can thaw a few each day.

Try out the Serta Cuddler Dog Bed. They are less than half that price, and not only do my three dogs love them, every puppy who comes over (we foster rescues) loves them!

I would add an actual supplement. Nutramax labs is kind of the "gold standard" for pet consequence products (as far as I know). Either Dasuquin or Cosequin would work. Nutramax Labs

As for the orthopedic beds, most dogs love them. I'm a fan of the orthopedic foam beds, as I think those are softer and more cushiony than the beds that are lifted (such as kuranda). If you're going to buy one, spend the money on a nice one because it makes a huge difference. And just go with one that has a lot of high ratings. this one seems promising but might be slight overkill for your 6.5lb chihuahua ;)

Nothing is going to be both cozy and chew-proof. The two are sort of inversely correlated, so you just have to choose the level you can handle. At max durability and minimum coziness are raised beds like this. Slightly comfier but more vulnerable are beds with tough exteriors and soft interiors like this.

What I've settled on with my nutcase is this incredibly cozy, plush, and actually quite durable mat. It's nice and thick and certainly warm for winter, and machine washable. Not as durable as the previous two, but they outlast any other soft bed I've gotten her. The good part is that it's really hard to tear up, so she can only do a tiny bit at a time, and it's made so that if a little piece is torn off it doesn't mean the whole thing is ruined. I just sort of accept that I'll have to spend another $35 every 6 months or so when she's pulled enough of it apart that it's not really functional anymore. Way better than with all the other soft beds, though! I will say that that amount of time gets longer as your pup grows up, too - Tess was a destroyer at 6-14 months or so, but hardly at all now at 20 months.

We don't live in Colorado (yet, we actually just started to apply for jobs out there and hope to move to the Denver-area later this year. We've already mapped out the drive and done some brainstorming about where we'll stay on the road since from where we live (Pittsburgh), it's about a 24 hour drive, so let me know if you need any help on the research we've done on that), but do camp (in OH, PA, and MD), hike, and road trip with our 1.5 year old Golden Retriever pretty frequently when the weather is warm. I'll discuss what we have for our dog's set ups.

Road Trips

• Car Harness (we use the Ruffwear Loadup) to help keep him safe in the car and to keep him in the backseat
  
• Car Seat Cover to protect your car
  
• Cleanup Supplies just in case your dog gets sick (my policy if that if you have them, you probably won't need them. But that one time you don't have them is when you'll probably need them). We keep a bottle of Nature's Miracle and paper towels in the trunk.
  
• Something to carry your dog's kibble in. We use the Ruffwear Kibble Kaddie
  
• Travel Dog Bowls. We really like these Doggie Bento Bowls for travel, since they're sturdy and the top one is keeps water in without leaking.
  
• Treats
  
• Crate for the hotel room/wherever you'll be staying on the road if your dog is crate trained.
  
• Leash and poop bags for when you take your dog out to potty at various rest stops, etc.
  
• Toys for when you get to your destination/your nightly lodging
  
• A bag to put everything in. We just use a folding duffle we've had lying around the house for a while.
  
• Collar with vaccination tags, as well as a tag with your home address (if it's a short trip) or the address of where you will be staying (if it's a longer trip)
  
• Doggie First Aid Kit (include items such as disinfectant, hydrogen peroxide (can be used to clean wounds or induce vomiting), vet wrap, gauze pads, activated charcoal, tick key, thermometer, ace wrap, scissors, tweezers, styptic powder, etc.)
  
  Camping
  
  
• Tie-out stake and tie-out line for the campsite. It's extremely useful not having to hold your dog's leash constantly while you're setting up camp, starting fires, collecting wood, etc.
  
• Something for your dog to sleep on (optional). We use the Ruffwear Highlands Sleeping Bag and the Ruffwear Highlands Sleeping Pad (we got both for over half off at L.L. Bean). Summit usually ends up ditching the sleeping bag and trying to climb into ours and cuddle though. The sleeping pad is really nice to have since we can easily move it to near the fire so he has a nice place to lay.
  
• Toys you don't mind getting dirty. We especially like light up and glow in the dark toys for at night around the campsite since we can actually find them once it starts to get dark.
  
• Food and some way to store it (we generally use the Ruffwear Kibble Kaddie for this too and store it in either the car or a bear box when it's not being used).
  
• Travel Bowls. For camping we tend to use the Ruffwear Quencher Cinch for food.
  
• Water and bowl (we use a Nalgene Bottle with a [Pupwerks PupCup](http://www.pupwerks.com/shop/the-original-pupcup, which when not in use, fits snugly on the bottom of the water bottle)).
  
• Treats
  
• Leash and poop bags
  
• Doggie First Aid Kit
  
• Light-up Dog Necklace to make your dog easier to see at night
  
  Hiking
  
  
• Harness/backpack. Summit has the Ruffwear Palisades Pack for hiking, but so far has only used the removable harness from it and not the pack (we didn't want him carrying the pack last summer while he was still growing and can't wait to try this summer).
  
  
• Leash and poop bags. We really like the Chaco Dog Leash since it has a buckle to allow us to clip him to different places, and you can adjust the leash to clip it around yourself to walk hands-free if needed.
  
  
• Longline or Flexi-leash (controversial, we personally hate flexi-leashes EXCEPT if we're hiking in an area where there are not many people/dogs nearby. I would not recommend it unless your dog has excellent recall in addition to the flexi). This allows your dog to wander a little farther away from you and sniff and explore on his own a little bit.
  
• Water and bowl (we use the Nalgene with the Pupwerks PupCup again for hiking)
  
• Treats
  
• Doggie First Aid Kit, especially if it's a longer or overnight hike
  
  Additionally, for camping, I'd strongly recommend doing some camping training in your home before taking your dog camping for real. We set our tent up in our living room and slept in it at home a couple of times with our dog just to let him get a feel for what things would be like before we went outside camping for the first time. Lots of treats were involved to show him that being calm in the tent was a good thing. Also start small. The first time we took our dog camping was at a campsite in Ohio about 20 minutes from our parents' house. We made sure it was just one night and that we had an easy-out in case Summit wasn't ready and started to freak out or disrupt the other people camping. Everything went perfectly but if Summit hadn't been having a good time, we could have quickly packed up and left and slept at either of our parents' houses where he would have felt more comfortable.
  
  In terms of hiking, also start small. Start with shorter, easier hikes that take maybe 30-60 minutes. Then work up to longer, steeper, more challenging hikes.
  
  Finally, for road tripping, especially in places that you don't know as well, I strongly recommend taking a look at bringfido.com and dogfriendly.com. These websites will allow you to easily look up different dog-friendly establishments (such as restaurants, hotels, parks, activities, etc.) in the areas that you are traveling.
  

I got mine off amazon.

Snoozer Luxury Cozy Cave, Camel, Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013UQQVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_yrhGwbVQV1QRB

Plenty big for my girl. But she's tiny.

Here’s an Amazon link.

My cat has this tunnel toy, and he friggin' loves it. He's never played with a single toy so long! He hunts things through it, chases the little strings that collapse the tunnel, bats the stuffie... it's a cat's dream come true.

(And by the way, the sunny seats ARE amazing. My kitty sits on his literally all day for the past four years.)

On my wishlist for him is this shark bed! He likes exploring things and sitting in enclosed spaces (just like a normal cat) and I think he would like snoozing in a warm spot like that in the winter.

Source, in case you want to buy one.

I'd recommend the two pack, which for some reason is cheaper...

Do you have a little puppy bed for her? That one is cute. Or, you know, this one is a pineapple and this one is a strawberry!!! :D I'll come back after work with a picture of my baby when he was a few weeks old <3

My old german mix has given strong preference to her memory foam bed the last 3 yrs - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E3EC9M

I see what you mean. My dog will do that on occasion but if I see him I tell him to quit. He normally only does it on my carpet in my bedroom tho!

This is the bed I have, I'm going to buy another one soon to keep in a second room. I think it's great. Jaxson's Orthopedic Bed

Amazon http://www.amazon.com/YML-Pineapple-House-Small-Orange/dp/B00CLBHB2G/ref=pd_sim_sbs_petsupplies_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1EZ76SW534CPXQD9F9DE

here is a non mobile US link

I approached this from the direction of offering things that aren't really appetizing. Check out a bed like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Kuranda-Walnut-PVC-Chewproof-Dog/dp/B004E2JVKK

Just bought one of these because super fucking yolo.

For anyone that's interested, only small and medium sizes exist:

Small

Medium

Picture comparison of the 2 sizes