Large dogs and extra large dogs require more thought and
plotting when owners buy a permanent dog bed. Even though
large dogs can be just as lovable as their less vital canine
counterparts, they require a more complex sleeping situation
than small dogs. It’s obvious that a large dog requires a large
dog bed, and that an extra large dog requires an extra large dog
bed. This goes without saying. But how huge? And what kind of bed
is best?

In this instance the answer is a function of not only the size
but the breed of dog. You must measure the dog when he is fully
grown, or at least have an accurate thought of what his size will
be when he is fully grown. Just as with less vital dogs, you have
to take into account your dog’s sleeping style – for example,
whether he sleeps curled up in a ball or stretched out across
the bed. All of these factors will help define your choice of
large dog bed for your canine pal.

Placement is more of an issue with larger dogs than less vital
ones. No matter how sweet and cuddly your large dog is, very few
people want to share a bed with a Fantastic Dane. And the size of
the dog certainly limits the spaces unfilled to him for
sleeping. You can’t squeeze a Fantastic Dane comfortably into a
small bathroom and expect him to stay there overnight.

Large dogs tend to have a strong protective instinct, and so it
is quite often the case that they sleep near the front or back
doors. If your living room or family room happens to be the
nearest space to one of those doors, a large bed that resembles
actual furniture serves a dual purpose. First, large dog beds
and extra large dog beds that mimic real furniture will keep
your oversize pet off of the real furniture without making him
feel deprived. And secondly, furniture type beds are really
more comfortable than a more standard round dog bed. They have
pillows to rest heads and paws on and they are treated with flea
and tick resistant powders to keep your dog free from those
bothersome pests while he sleeps. In addition, they are
sometimes filled with reminiscence foam and gel products that conform
to the musculature of the animal, which helps keep him
comfortable while he sleeps