Guest greytexplorer Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 BellaBean started the topic about how to get your greyhound off the bed during human sleeptime. JAJ2010 responded that each of their dogs have their own max'd out bed, involving futon mattresses and comforters. LizinPA mentioned that her dogs have "bucket" style beds. Well, I would like to see photos of those aforementioned beds! And that got me to thinking----If your dog has a wickedcool dogbed, please post a picture of it. My dogs just have regular beds, but I'm always interested in seeing "how the other half live". And my 15-yr-old grey, Mandy, has LS, so I'd love some inspiration on how to keep her comfortable. Post away! I am really looking forward to seeing lots of photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAJ2010 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 (edited) http://chuckleatchaos.com/love-our-double-futon-beds/ http://chuckleatchaos.com/dust-mites/ Above is my recent post about sealing their dog beds from dust mites. Apparently those tiny little things are trying to kill me from allergies. Right now both dog bed has 2 comforters on it and tons of dog toys and a few chewy bones buried in the middle of everything Edited September 19, 2012 by JAJ2010 Quote ------ Jessica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaBehr Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 http://chuckleatchaos.com/dust-mites/ Above is my recent post about sealing their dog beds from dust mites. Apparently those tiny little things are trying to kill me from allergies. Right now both dog bed has 2 comforters on it and tons of dog toys and a few chewy bones buried in the middle of everything Quote Mom to Melly and Dani Greyhound Bridge Angels - Jessie, Brittne, Buddy, Red, Chica, Ford and Dodge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAJ2010 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 ewewewewew! I'm skeeved out enough! But the Dr did give me new drugs today Picking them up at Rite Aid on the way home. Quote ------ Jessica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytexplorer Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 @JAJ-----I'm getting mental images of the fairy tale "The Princess and The Pea" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAJ2010 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 That about sums it up! Quote ------ Jessica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Luna loves her pod-bed. It allows her to curl and roach at will. I love that its full of old quilts that can be tossed into the wash and the rest can be taken outside and hosed down if need be. Quote Laura, mom to Luna (Boc's Duchess) and Nova (Atascocita Venus).Forever in my heart, Phantom (Tequila Nights) and Zippy (Iruska Monte). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytexplorer Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Love that pod bed! Who is manufacturer, and where did you buy it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Love that pod bed! Who is manufacturer, and where did you buy it? It is a Midwest Quiet Time U-Design Pod. http://www.midwesthomes4pets.com/category/default.aspx?maincatid=38&subcat=8&submenu=0&catid=164 I bought mine at Ozbo.com for around $34, but Amazon and Sears tend to carry them as well. I believe there are other brands with a similar style bed out there. Quote Laura, mom to Luna (Boc's Duchess) and Nova (Atascocita Venus).Forever in my heart, Phantom (Tequila Nights) and Zippy (Iruska Monte). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Eyeblaura Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I also really like the pod bed, we have the round costco beds but they are flattening out and such a pain to wash, throwing an old blanket in these would be so much easier. Do you have the large size? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I use fitted sheets over the beds then I wash them weekly. I have an extra set and just swap them out Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 We have a couple of those Midwest beds, and they are fantastic! Just toss in whatever. The dogs love them. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SusanP Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 (edited) I confess I don't know how to post photos, but I made some very good beds for our hounds by cutting an old twin futon in half with sewing scissors and then using a little old, light canvas shower curtain to stitch over the cut ends. I used old twin comforters (garage sales or Goodwill) to make a sort of "bag" for each bed, easily removed for washing. The dogs love them, they should last a long time, and they look pretty good! Edited September 20, 2012 by SusanP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vers Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Started off with Mammoth beds, still in use. Added a second couch just for the hounds, but the favorite beds in the house are Perla hard shell beds, very similar to the Midwest U-design. Easy to fill these with blankets, pillows and comforters that are easier to wash than huge beds, or in the case of Stella, every single one of her stuffed animals. Here's Stella in the larger one I got for Simba: And in her own: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I also really like the pod bed, we have the round costco beds but they are flattening out and such a pain to wash, throwing an old blanket in these would be so much easier. Do you have the large size? Yup, I bought a large, and there's plenty of space to spare. One other thing I forgot to mention is that the bottom of the pod is ventilated. Luna has discovered that she can move it over the floor vent to soak in all of the heat or air conditioning and enjoy her bed either heated or cooled. Quote Laura, mom to Luna (Boc's Duchess) and Nova (Atascocita Venus).Forever in my heart, Phantom (Tequila Nights) and Zippy (Iruska Monte). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatricksMom Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 One other thing I forgot to mention is that the bottom of the pod is ventilated. Luna has discovered that she can move it over the floor vent to soak in all of the heat or air conditioning and enjoy her bed either heated or cooled. Quote Beth, Petey (8 September 2018- ), and Faith (22 March 2019). Godspeed Patrick (28 April 1999 - 5 August 2012), Murphy (23 June 2004 - 27 July 2013), Leo (1 May 2009 - 27 January 2020), and Henry (10 August 2010 - 7 August 2020), you were loved more than you can know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenniferS Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 The ultimate dog bed: The Love Sac! You can fit 2 hounds and a human for ultimate snuggling This picture was rare moment of Quiet Man & Murphy sharing together Quote Forever in my heart: my girl Raspberry & my boys Quiet Man, Murphy, Ducky, Wylie & Theo www.greyhoundadventures.org & www.greyhoundamberalert.org & www.duckypaws.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Angelique Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 @JAJ-----I'm getting mental images of the fairy tale "The Princess and The Pea" I did to. I wish my bed was that soft and cushy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest june Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 I don't have pictures but I purchased memory foam and cut it to the size I wanted. Then made an inside cover that stays on all the time and an outside cover from old sheets that gets pulled off and washed weekly. The dogs love them and how nice and easy it is to wash the dog-bed covers all together. Oh yeah, the dogs LOVE them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatricksMom Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 I don't have pictures but I purchased memory foam and cut it to the size I wanted. Then made an inside cover that stays on all the time and an outside cover from old sheets that gets pulled off and washed weekly. The dogs love them and how nice and easy it is to wash the dog-bed covers all together. Oh yeah, the dogs LOVE them. Where do you buy memory foam? Quote Beth, Petey (8 September 2018- ), and Faith (22 March 2019). Godspeed Patrick (28 April 1999 - 5 August 2012), Murphy (23 June 2004 - 27 July 2013), Leo (1 May 2009 - 27 January 2020), and Henry (10 August 2010 - 7 August 2020), you were loved more than you can know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 http://www.amazon.com/Perla-Bed-77-Assorted-Color/dp/B00127OCT0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348322620&sr=8-1&keywords=perla+pet+bed is this the size of your plastic beds?? of do you have one size larger? memory foam can be purchased for your regular bed- memory foam toppers- just about everyone had them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kudzu Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Clepotogrey, that's the size Perla we have. Even the larger male foster Grey likes to sleep in them. He's about 75 lbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OPointyDog Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Zoe says Victoria Peak dog beds are awesome for roaching: hmd_zoe by Abizeleth, on Flickr zoe2_sm by Abizeleth, on Flickr The bed is very durable and stands up to her "digging." And the zipper goes half way around the bed, so it's easy to take on and off to wash it. It had so much stuffing in it that she kept rolling off, so I took a bunch out and have it in the laundry room to restuff later when it gets flat. Highly recommended! http://www.victoriapeak.com/store/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walliered Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 All of mine are Victoria Peak beds. Three small ones, 3 medium ones and 2 or 3 large ones. One of the large ones goes in the back of the Kia SUV (second seats down). I also have the denim covers. Jack Fleming is a great guy to work with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vers Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 cleptogrey, that's the size Perla I got for Stella -- she's about 60 pounds. Simba is an extra-large grey about 90 pounds, so I did get the biggest Perla for him -- it's about 40-44" across, I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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