As a dog owner you want to provide as best you can for him and make appropriate decisions for his ultimate comfort and safety. This should also include picking quality dog bedding from amongst all the options that are open to you.

There are many things to consider together with the size of your dog, the age, and fitness of your k9 friend and his resting routines.

After playing fetch, running with or walking your dog does he seem excessively fatigued or sore? If so you many want to consider buying him orthopedic dog bedding. These types of beds provide the most cushioning and bracing for old or tired joints.

Have you ever come home to find your dog lounging in what we may consider unusual positions such as on his back or draped over furniture or pillows on your couch? These dogs are often looking for additional room to stretch out or extra padding for their comfort. Sometimes the memory foam or extra padding of an orthopedic bed will satisfy that need.

Lounging variety beds are also fabulous for dogs that many times you will find outstretched on their backs without a care in the world. Dogs like these will often spend a great deal of time looking for a nice comfy surface to relax upon. You may occasionally come home to find a dog of this temperament catching his z's on your bed. These beds can be either round or square in shape and allow for plenty of room to sprawl out upon.

Have you ever found your dog sleeping with his chin propped up on a pillow, a balled-up throw rug, or the couch arm rest? What he needs is a Bolster bed style of dog bedding. The bolster is just a higher pillow attached to and enclosing the dog bed that gives him support for his head.

Your dog's personality an sleeping positions and behaviors determine what styles of dog bedding to consider and may take some observation to figure out. The size of the dog bed, on the other hand, is easily ascertained by measuring your dog's length and width when he is lying down and comfortable, and adding 9 to 12 inches to those dimensions.

Another consideration to help determine the best kind of dog bedding for your friend is where he spends most of his time. Is he an inside or outside dog? If outside, consider buying a water proof dog bed that is protected from the elements. Does he go with you on camping trips or sleep on the deck. If your dog is older and has urinary incontinence this type of bed would be a good choice.

Having taken the time to prepare yourself with this advice, it is time to acquire the proper dog bedding for your dog. Your dog looks to you for its health and comfort. Purchase a well made dog bed for your k9 friend, as it is money well spent that will help in maintaining the comfort, happiness, and health of your closest bosom buddy.