Recommended dog bed and bedding for a 4 month old puppy?

[The Hack]

Dear All, I know there are many dog lovers on this forum.

Could someone please recommend a super cosy (but practical) dog bed for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. We're about to get a 4 mths old puppy and want something that she can grow into. :)

First-time dog owner!

Many thanks!

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Thinking about this one:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/JOYELF-Orthopedic-Removable-Washable-Squeaker/dp/B06XQ492N8?adgrpid=103177852974&dchild=1&gclid=Cj0 KCQjws-OEBhCkARIsAPhOkIb4zItBJBW4qivzpi4v_8sp2qsxebJh9g1U 9OXSKvLG5xVpDeWdps8aAiUkEALw_wcB&hvadid=4487807696 73&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9046522&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=b&hvran d=15890672844525484333&hvtargid=kwd-25273650&hydadcr=18068_1769636&keywords=orthopedic +dog+beds&qid=1620652678&sr=8-5&linkCode=ll1&tag=petzdog-21&linkId=a180c9a7568e40cf1f0a0211f5f2ffcf&languag e=en_GB&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[oldoakknives]

Obviously there are better brands, but we always like this style, with a raised edge around them. Dogs seem to like to have something to lean against.

https://www.wilko.com/en-uk/wilko-me...-bed/p/0472363

[Captaincook]

I can’t recommend a specific bed but I know my Lab has gone through 4 and he is less than 1yr old. He is a chewer :)

I agree with the comment about the raised edge.

[mart broad]

Yours

[Bonzodog]

Pet face is the make we use.Easily washed.

[JasonM]

Yours

Is the correct answer.


If your wife is anything like mine, she will buy a few different ones anyway, and blankets, and far too many toys, 'jackets', food bowls, travel food / water bowls and other random paraphernalia. Its like the dog section of Pets at Home in our house.

[RickChard]

Albeit my little rascal tends to sleep atop me whenever she can, she has a few Joules beds (since we're a brand conscious forum!).

https://www.joules.com/Home-and-Gard...ts-_-Beds#Beds

[Jubal]

I second the Wilko/Aldi options. Something with sides and washable. It will get chewed so don't be suckered into the expensive options. I just buy the Aldi ones as needed when they come into stock every now and again.

https://www.aldi.co.uk/x-large-plush...12512475119800

[Christian]

Coincidentally, I have a 4-month old Cavalier currently sat next to me in the home office.

I'm not sure they are that fussy what they sleep on. My wife bought quite an expensive soft bed because of the fancy Sophie Allport dog pattern on it but to be honest the sides sag and he sits on the thing rather than in it.

He loves his crate at night which is covered and gives him a bit of a safe 'cave' to surround himself with. I would definitely recommend getting your puppy crate trained. He seems to also like his plastic dog bed too, got one from wilko for a tenner along with a liner cushion. I bought a load of cheap fleece blankets (wilko do them for a fiver) that I use in the plastic bed and on chairs as in the picture...

[The Hack]

Thanks for all the advice so far, guys.

Is it a 'no, no', to let them sleep in your own bed? My view is that the dog should get used to its own bed from the start (even if the puppy 'cries' for attention), but my wife has other plans.

She says she might not be able to resist its charms...

[The Hack]

That's a lovely photo and thanks for the advice.

My wife is really against any crate training unfortunately. I've tried to convince her that dogs actually LIKE their own cosy crate, but she seems to have a deep-seated antipathy towards them.

I might have to pick your brains for training tips (especially toilet training!) as it's our first dog. :)

Coincidentally, I have a 4-month old Cavalier currently sat next to me in the home office.

I'm not sure they are that fussy what they sleep on. My wife bought quite an expensive soft bed because of the fancy Sophie Allport dog pattern on it but to be honest the sides sag and he sits on the thing rather than in it.

He loves his crate at night which is covered and gives him a bit of a safe 'cave' to surround himself with. I would definitely recommend getting your puppy crate trained. He seems to also like his plastic dog bed too, got one from wilko for a tenner along with a liner cushion. I bought a load of cheap fleece blankets (wilko do them for a fiver) that I use in the plastic bed and on chairs as in the picture...

[Jubal]

That's a lovely photo and thanks for the advice.

My wife is really against any crate training unfortunately. I've tried to convince her that dogs actually LIKE their own cosy crate, but she seems to have a deep-seated antipathy towards them.

I might have to pick your brains for training tips (especially toilet training!) as it's our first dog. :)

I’m not sure about “crate training” as such. But what works for one dog etc… That said, our dog loves his crate. It is a little haven where he can retire and not be bothered. Great when things get too much for him. The crate lives upstairs on our landing and often travels with us when he does. You should have another word with her.

[JasonM]

Thanks for all the advice so far, guys.

Is it a 'no, no', to let them sleep in your own bed? My view is that the dog should get used to its own bed from the start (even if the puppy 'cries' for attention), but my wife has other plans.

She says she might not be able to resist its charms...

I was quite firm ours wasn’t going to sleep on our bed, I couldn’t stand the crying the first night when he was in his crate so he’s been in with us ever since, I don’t mind it at all.

[verv]

Ours loves this https://www.silentnight.co.uk/catalo...xoCEg8QAvD_BwE

They're donut beds and you can just get generic ones that aren't pricey on amazon.

[verv]

Thanks for all the advice so far, guys.

Is it a 'no, no', to let them sleep in your own bed? My view is that the dog should get used to its own bed from the start (even if the puppy 'cries' for attention), but my wife has other plans.

She says she might not be able to resist its charms...

Mavis sleeps on the bed.
Spent months with her grizzling at night in her crate. Capitulated, and she sleeps like a lamb and we don't hear a peep all night.

If you don't have one id advise a super king because small dogs appear to take up more space then 2 humans.

[number2]

Mavis sleeps on the bed.
Spent months with her grizzling at night in her crate. Capitulated, and she sleeps like a lamb and we don't hear a peep all night.

If you don't have one id advise a super king because small dogs appear to take up more space then 2 humans.

I concur,

[JasonM]

I concur,

Me too, and when they stretch and you get claws pressed into your back at 2am it’s a pretty rude awakening.

[lewie]

Can’t advise on the bed - ours always prefers mine — a great choice
I’d back up crate training- for me it’s their place -
Does your wife have experience of dogs in crates? Mine would often just go in the crate - it’s not a punishment - when they go in the crate it’s time to sleep
IMG_0405 by biglewie, on Flickr

[Christian]

That's a lovely photo and thanks for the advice.

My wife is really against any crate training unfortunately. I've tried to convince her that dogs actually LIKE their own cosy crate, but she seems to have a deep-seated antipathy towards them.

I might have to pick your brains for training tips (especially toilet training!) as it's our first dog. :)

Thanks. I think the term "crate training" can be a bit off-putting when in reality it is just creating their own little room for them. Ours definitely prefers to sleep in it rather than a bed out in the open of a large room. We keep the door open so he can go for a wee on a pad if he needs to (he's 80% trained I'd say)...I read that as a puppy their bladder can't hold all night and would be even more stressed if forced to swamp their bed.

We won't let him sleep upstairs. We picked him up at 10-weeks, he had two or three nights of being unsettled at night in the kitchen but quickly got used to it and he seems fine with his routine now.

Any Cavalier questions in the future, fire away...I don't know much but my wife's parents have had three.

[Bluemoon7]

We use Tuffies beds. Expensive but buy right buy once. They are fantastic and we bought two. The one for our spaniel was so he could grow into it. Two years later it is still like new.

On the subject of crate training…. People that are new to dog ownership sometimes think they are a cage. I have had people tell me that it is cruel!! They are actually a safe place where dogs feel safe and secure. The tuffies mentioned above are where the dogs sleep in the day. When we go to bed they go to their crates. We tried to do away with them and they couldn’t settle. We had to get them back. At this time of year the crates covered with a nice fleece blanket are a godsend. They go to them when fireworks are going off or when workmen are in the house.

I am considering getting a custom made piece of furniture from the Pet Carpenter that incorporates the crate. They look fantastic. Given that these two mutts like them I thought we would go for an upgrade.

[smalleyboy1]

Single duvet from Tesco or Asda with cover from same. No more than £15, can be easily washed or replaced when the time comes.

[djacks42]

Our two cockapoos have one of these indoor soft kennels each. All other beds (budget and pricey models) have been chewed up in short order. We just stuff old blankets in these. Roof zip failed on one of them after a heavy wrestling session, but was easily sorted with some string in each corner.

Hobbydog Dog House, Grey with Paws, S https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BTCXG...GQK9SD6XFAS9Q6

[Beanie]

Another crate training fan here. As has been said, it's their safe place, especially with a towel over the top for bed time and lined with a double fold of nice soft vet bed. Both our 12month and 2yr old are now out of crates and sleep on these, again with vet bed on top;
https://www.hik9.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw...RoCMWQQAvD_BwE
They amuse each other but if yours is an only dog, maybe the crate may stay longer.
They are Italian Spinone so allowing them anywhere near the bedroom is a definite no-no.

[mart broad]

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Me too, and when they stretch and you get claws pressed into your back at 2am it’s a pretty rude awakening.

Jase that was a world ago oh you mean the dogs claws

[ELD1970]

This bed was from Costco. Good idea to get a camera and cheap baby monitors so you can check up without disturbing them.


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[hogthrob]

Could someone please recommend a super cosy (but practical) dog bed for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. We're about to get a 4 mths old puppy and want something that she can grow into. :)

For a four month old, I'd recommend something cheap, as it's highly likely to get shredded.

Is it a 'no, no', to let them sleep in your own bed?

[Go Big]

I concur,

We actually capitulated and bought a Super King!
Madness.

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[The Hack]

Thanks All - I really appreciate all the input... :)

[JonRA]

Only a king size :(

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[Go Big]

Only a king size :(

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Much like ours, hasn't got the hang of North/South.

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[Mr G Imp]

Fleecy blankets are good too,they can bury under them, you can put them on the sofa as well to keep the hairs/smell off - this jack pup sleeps in a crate at night with a blanket over it, lots of soft stuff, slippers and other items he has stolen in there as well. Started off with the crate in our bedroom, then when he was not getting up in the night anymore we moved it into a corner in the kitchen.

Another plus is you can Chuck the crate in the car, take it on holiday etc and his Den is always there. They do look a lot like a cage but it’s the dogs own personal space as others have mentioned.

Would also recommend some basic obedience training classes, as much for the socialisation with other dogs as the training.