Many dog owners consider purchasing an orthopedic dog bed in an effort to provide their dog with the most comfortable sleeping accommodations possible.
However, in addition to providing your dog with a comfortable place to sleep, orthopedic dog beds also help to cushion your dog’s joints, which can help alleviate some of the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis, hip dysplasia, and other health problems.
But not all orthopedic dog beds are created equally. Some are built with premium materials and excellent craftsmanship, while others fail to provide any tangible benefits over standard dog beds.
Obviously, mattresses in the former category frequently bear expensive price tags, while those in the latter category can be had for only slightly more than a standard dog bed.
However, there are also a few products, which exist between these two extremes and are both well-made and affordable. One such bed is the DogBed4Less Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed.
In spite of its name, the DogBed4Less Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed is actually a very nice dog bed, with a reasonable, if not exactly cheap, price tag. It possesses all of the traits you’d want in a high-quality memory foam bed, and will provide your dog with the kind of comfort and cushion she requires.
About the DogBed4Less Orthopedic Dog Bed
The DogBed4Less Memory Foam Dog Bed is designed to provide maximum possible comfort, support, and durability at a reasonable price.
And this starts with its foundation. Unlike some other beds, the DogBed4Less is constructed around a 4-inch-thick memory foam sheet. This cushions your dog more effectively and will retain its loft for longer than beds made from shredded foam pieces can.
But the core is only one of the premium features of these beds – their covers are equally impressive. Each DogBed4Less Orthopedic Dog Bed actually comes with two separate outer covers.
One is a very attractive and supremely durable blue denim, while the other is made from brown microsuede and provides unmatched canine comfort (the brown microsuede cover features a skid-resistant bottom to help prevent the bed from moving across the floor).
Additionally, a waterproof inner cover helps to protect the memory foam mattress from saliva, urine or other fluids.
Price
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Sizes
The DogBed4Less Bed is available in seven different sizes:
- Small / Medium (35” x 20” x 4”)
- Medium / Large (37” x 27” x 4”)
- Large (41” 27” x 4”)
- Extra Large (40” x 35” x 4”)
- Extra Large and Long (47” x 29” x 4”)
- Extra-Extra Large (55” x x37” x 4”)
- Jumbo (55” x 47” x 4”)
Colors
The DogBed4Less Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed is only available in one color combination, but every bed comes with two covers:
- Blue Denim
- Brown Microsuede
DogBed4Less User Reviews
Most dog owners were extremely pleased with the DogBed4Less Orthopedic Memory Foam Mattress. Several praised the foam’s support, as well as its ability to keep their dog from sinking all the way down to the floor, as occurs with many non-orthopedic dog beds. Most dogs appeared to love the bed; many exhibited reduced stiffness and improved mobility after using the bed for a length of time.
Negative experiences were rare, but a few owners reported problems with the waterproof inner liner leaking and allowing urine to seep into the mattress. A few dogs were able to chew their way through the cover, but this is to be expected – dog bed covers should resist a dog’s nails, but you can’t reasonably expect them to resist their teeth.
The Bottom Line
The DogBed4Less Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed is a very high-quality mattress that is available at a reasonable price.
It is probably too expensive for most budget-minded shoppers, and those seeking the highest-quality mattresses possible, regardless of price, will likely find more attractive options at higher price points.
However, the vast majority of dog owners between these two extremes – those who want a very good mattress at a moderate price point – should definitely consider this mattress.
The DogBed4Less Orthopedic Mattress provides your dog with the support she needs to get a better night’s sleep and enjoy life more. We highly recommend considering this mattress when shopping for an orthopedic dog bed.
Be sure to check out our review of the best hip and joint supplements for dogs so you can add another tool to your pain-prevention arsenal.
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All product photos courtesy of Amazon.com
Forrest is a lover of dogs, the wild outdoors, deep mysterious conversations… and coffee. He is the owner of several websites, including Canine Weekly. He resides in Austin, Texas.