# Help me find a dog bed **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [January 16, 2016, 11:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367 "2016-01-16T23:45:53Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![madmonk28](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/madmonk28/32/20811_2.png) [@madmonk28](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/madmonk28)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2016, 11:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/1 "2016-01-16T23:45:53Z")
This is more difficult than I thought. My 13 year old arthritic dog needs a new bed, I know exactly what I want: its a dog bed filled with firm bedding like you would find inside a futon mattress. My neighbor has such a dog bed, but he inherited it from his dad and has no idea where it came from. My dog loves this bed and when we visit spends the whole time planted on it. I don’t know what to use for a search term. Anyone have an idea of where to buy such a bed? I’ve been to a number of pet stores. ---
**Author:** ![Rhiannon8404](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rhiannon8404/32/17929_2.png) [@Rhiannon8404](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhiannon8404)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 12:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/2 "2016-01-17T00:07:13Z")
You might try searching for [orthopedic dog beds](https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&es_th=1&ie=UTF-8#q=orthopedic%20dog%20beds). When my dog had to have knee replacement surgery, we got him one and it really helped. I think we got ours at PetSmart, but it was a while ago. ---
**Author:** ![Hail\_Ants](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/dc4da7/32.png) [@Hail\_Ants](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hail_Ants)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 12:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/3 "2016-01-17T00:07:51Z")
I Googled ‘arthritic dog bed’ and [came up with several on Amazon.](http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=arthritic+dog+bed&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=60685339752&hvpos=1t3&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6149295870772933600&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_438wb5peq_e) They’re not inexpensive though… ---
**Author:** ![filmore](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/7993a0/32.png) [@filmore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/filmore)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 12:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/4 "2016-01-17T00:08:45Z")
Walmart and TJ Max have a surprisingly good selection of dog beds at good prices. You can see which ones have the design you prefer. Search around for “orthopedic dog bed” and you’ll find lots of choices. I have one similar to this [Serta Orthopedic Dog Bed](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014SS8X1M). My dogs love the fact that it has the sides and back. Previously, I just had flat cushions for them. I got this one and my dogs only want to be in it now. I had to get one for each dog. I think they really like that it has the sides and back so they can curl up snugly. ---
**Author:** ![Joey\_P](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/919ad9/32.png) [@Joey\_P](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Joey_P)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 12:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/5 "2016-01-17T00:14:40Z")
Just an FYI (because I don’t know quite exactly what the OP is looking for), but if you like the Serta beds, they’re on Woot . com today for $40. I’d link to it, but most woot sales only run for a day or two. It’s in the home section. ---
**Author:** ![madmonk28](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/madmonk28/32/20811_2.png) [@madmonk28](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/madmonk28)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 12:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/6 "2016-01-17T00:44:00Z")
Thanks everyone for the replies, but I’m trying to find the search term for a specific type of dog bed and none of these are quite it. She can’t use a memory foam (or won’t) which is what most of the Amazon mattresses use. The bed my neighbor has that she loves is filled with the same material one would find in a futon mattress; it’s actually pretty firm and isn’t foam. I was hoping someone would know what that filling is called. I’ll check out Walmart. ---
**Author:** ![harmonicamoon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/65b543/32.png) [@harmonicamoon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/harmonicamoon)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 1:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/7 "2016-01-17T01:55:10Z")
I have seen nice doggy beds at Costco. Not cheap, but they look first class. And Costco has the satisfaction guaranteed included. If doggy isn’t keen on it, return it. ---
**Author:** ![CatastrophicFailure](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/8c91f0/32.png) [@CatastrophicFailure](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CatastrophicFailure)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 2:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/8 "2016-01-17T02:01:56Z")
Not sure what you call that type of filling, but [this](http://m.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3307+1+22936&pcatid=22936) seems closer to what you are looking for, I think. I have two beds from this company and they are both great. ---
**Author:** ![pidgeon92](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/50afbb/32.png) [@pidgeon92](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pidgeon92)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 2:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/9 "2016-01-17T02:45:45Z")
> [@harmonicamoon](#): > > I have seen nice doggy beds at Costco. Not cheap, but they look first class. > > And Costco has the satisfaction guaranteed included. If doggy isn’t keen on it, return it. I got my dog’s beds at Costco, and they were quite inexpensive. $27 each, 36 x 48. Not memory foam, some sort of stuffing. My dogs love them. I have a pricey memory foam one from Amazon, none of them like it. They all also love the “cave” bed that they can snuggle into: > **[Amazon.com : Snoozer Luxury Microsuede Cozy Cave Pet Bed, Large, Camel : Pet...](https://www.amazon.com/Snoozer-Luxury-Cozy-Camel-Large/dp/B0013UQQVS)** > > Amazon.com : Snoozer Luxury Microsuede Cozy Cave Pet Bed, Large, Camel : Pet Beds : Pet Supplies ---
**Author:** ![romansperson](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/romansperson/32/17100_2.png) [@romansperson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/romansperson)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 4:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/10 "2016-01-17T04:12:52Z")
Maybe just buy a futon mattress? > **[Futon Mattresses](https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/sb0/futon-mattresses-c414876.html)** > > Find Futon Mattresses at Wayfair. Enjoy Free Shipping & browse our great selection of Futons, Daybeds and more! ---
**Author:** ![burpo\_the\_wonder\_mutt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/burpo_the_wonder_mutt/32/365_2.png) [@burpo\_the\_wonder\_mutt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/burpo_the_wonder_mutt)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 4:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/11 "2016-01-17T04:22:53Z")
I’ll bet you’re looking for something like this: [Organic Futon Pet Beds](http://www.ecochoices.com/ecoanimal/petbeds.html). Scroll to the middle of the page. Filled with Buckwheat hulls (plus cotton). ---
**Author:** ![ZipperJJ](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/zipperjj/32/211_2.png) [@ZipperJJ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZipperJJ)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 10:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/12 "2016-01-17T10:21:53Z")
Most of the dog beds linked to/suggested in this thread won’t do…older dogs do not seem to like thick, squishy beds. I think they just feel plain unsteady when trying to get themselves situated on something so springy. When my Dolly started acting old, the first thing she did was eschew any thick bed. Now my brother’s dog - a whole other size and shape - is doing the same thing. Wish I could help, **madmonk** , but I’ve not run in to any pet-sized mats that are like a futon mattress. And I know exactly what you’re talking about too. Almost like super pressed-down shredded cotton. Something nice and firm. ---
**Author:** ![MoonMoon](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/moonmoon/32/2959_2.png) [@MoonMoon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MoonMoon)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 2:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/13 "2016-01-17T14:01:03Z")
My 8 year old, slightly arthritic dog loves his bed: a crib mattress I got on amazon. The beautiful thing is that it wipes down and the crib sheets pop off easily for a run through the washer. It’s the best smelling bed he’s ever had. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![Gray\_Ghost](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/c0e974/32.png) [@Gray\_Ghost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gray_Ghost)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 5:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/14 "2016-01-17T17:40:26Z")
When my eponymous critter was still alive, **madmonk** , she liked the pet bed we got her from [Drs. Foster and Smith](http://www.drsfostersmith.com/dog-supplies/beds-and-furniture-throws/orthopedic-beds/ps/c/3307/1/11792). Her’s had memory foam, but they make pet beds without it. Like [this one](http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3307+1+11792+32619&pcatid=32619) that’s evidently made with coil springs, like a regular human mattress and boxspring. The description does not mention memory foam at all. I hope you find one that your pet likes. I’m convinced her bed gave us another three years with her by helping her manage her arthritic hips. ---
**Author:** ![pidgeon92](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/50afbb/32.png) [@pidgeon92](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pidgeon92)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 6:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/15 "2016-01-17T18:29:27Z")
> [@madmonk28](#): > > My neighbor has such a dog bed, but he inherited it from his dad and has no idea where it came from. If the bed has a removable cover, there may be a manufacturing label on the inside. ---
**Author:** ![filmore](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/7993a0/32.png) [@filmore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/filmore)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 7:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/16 "2016-01-17T19:14:48Z")
Would a [Papasan Chair Cushion](http://www.pier1.com/Papasan-Cushion-Plush-Khaki/2630420) work? They are not spongy. They have a pretty dense material inside to give firm support. ---
**Author:** ![harmonicamoon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/65b543/32.png) [@harmonicamoon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/harmonicamoon)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2016, 9:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/17 "2016-01-17T21:15:42Z")
A remarkable thread. I never knew there were ergo beds for dogs. I never knew there were people that would buy them. It has opened my eyes. And I am content knowing that these pets have owners that can afford these beds. And everyone is happy. Life is good! ---
**Author:** ![j666](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/9de0a6/32.png) [@j666](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/j666)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2016, 12:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/18 "2016-01-18T00:28:30Z")
How about a meditation pillow? I had one for my dog that that was nice, firm cotton fill that she liked very much. No recommendation on where to find one, though. ---
**Author:** ![Nikki\_Tikki\_Tavi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/3da27b/32.png) [@Nikki\_Tikki\_Tavi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nikki_Tikki_Tavi)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2016, 1:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/19 "2016-01-18T01:46:38Z")
> [@madmonk28](#): > > I was hoping someone would know what that filling is called. I’ll check out Walmart. Ticking? Try a foam wholesaler. I know you’re not looking for foam, but they often have different materials for stuffing pillows, cushions, etc. If they have what you’re looking for you can buy a cheap dog bed with a removable cover and replace the insides, sew one yourself if you’re crafty, or stuff a pillowcase if your pup is small enough to make a bed out of that. Also second the suggestion of asking your neighbor to check the label on his. ---
**Author:** ![j666](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/9de0a6/32.png) [@j666](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/j666)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2016, 11:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367/20 "2016-01-18T11:19:27Z")
Ticking is the heavy material covering. [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-dog-bed/743367.md?page=2)