Sizing Guidelines and Considerations
(not meant to be a definitive guide, pets are unique and do vary)

* STRETCHED OUT? Mattress type pet beds made of foam or poly fill. You can buy memory foam or regular orthopedic foam. Memory foam dog beds are a better choice for older pets.

- Poly Fill pet beds are stuffed much like a traditional cotton-filled pillow. Often this filling will include "cedar bits" which will help maintain a fresh smell and have the added benefit of repelling fleas and other insects naturally. We carry a large number of these types of pet beds manufactured by O’Donnell Industries. See all of their pet beds here: Snoozer products. The best pet beds will also have a zippered liner so that the filling can be replaced and the outside cover washed. These types of pet beds provide an excellent balance between comfort and support. If your pet often circles when they are getting ready to sleep, you'll want to make sure the pet bed you choose for them will not flatten out quickly - spring wound cotton poly-fill stuffing works great.
- Solid Foam Dog Beds are comfortable for all pets, but are especially recommended for LARGE BREEDS and OLDER CANINES, which often develop calluses over their elbows and hocks. These problems can be helped with a good quality foam dog bed, see our choices here: orthopedic dog beds.

* CURLED? Round and Bolster dog beds are the best choice.
See our selection here: Bolster Dog pillow beds.

* SNUGGLED-IN or COVERED? We have unique dog beds that work great for the pet that likes to be covered or snuggled in when they sleep.
See our selection here: Cozy and Hooded Dog Beds.

* IN A SAFE SPOT? Dogs instinctually crave a secure and consistent spot to rest. So if you often find your dog sleeping under a table or in an isolated spot, they may be seeking a Den. Because of this instinctual need, a Den-like space can provide great benefit to anxious or active dogs, or even just busy households – giving the dog a place they know they can “turn off.” The Town Haus and the Zen Haus act as beautiful furniture, a secure crate, and a comfy Den, making it easy to satisfy your dog’s instincts!

* MEASURE YOUR PET, from nose to rump as they are lying down, then add 5 inches if they like to sleep stretched out. Pick the next biggest size pet bed for that measurement (not the next smallest). For round pet beds use the diameter.
* WEIGHT, how much does your pet weigh? Often manufacturers will list a weight in the specifications. Use this as a general guideline only and in conjunction with measuring your pet as described above.

Weight	Commonly used Crate Mat Sizes	Example of Breed
1-10 lbs	19" x 13"	Most Cats, Yorkies, Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, Maltese, Papillons
11-25 lbs	24" x 18"	Fat Cats, Shih Tzu, Pug, Dachshunds, Poodles, Boston Terrier, Miniture Pinchers, Bichons Frises, West Highland Terriers, French Bulldog, Lhasa Spsos, Havanese, Pekingese, Chinese Crested, Brussels Griggons
26-40 lbs	30" x 20"	Beagle, Minature Schnauzer, Shetland Sheepdogs, Cavalier King Charles, Scottish Terriers, Cairn Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers
41-70 lbs	36" x 23"	Boxer, Bull Dog, Cocker Spaniels, Welsh Corgis, Bassett Hounds, English Springer Spaniels, Australian Shepherds, Shar-pei, Wheaten Terriers, Bull Terriers
71-90 lbs	42" x 28"	Labrado Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, German Sheperd, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Siberian Huskies, Weimaraners, Collies, Vizslas, Siredale, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Standard Poodle, Border Collie, Chow Chows
91-110 lbs	48" x 30"	Alaskan Malamute, Bernese Mountain Dog, Great Dane, Old English Sheepdog, St. Bernard, Weirmaraner

Use the above chart as a guide. The size of a breed of dog can vary so we encourage you to measure your pet to determine their individual size and always add extra inches so your pet has plenty of room. We offer products by many different manufacturers and all have different designs, styles, shapes, and sizes so every product page clearly lists the sizes for that model. Please double check the product sizes on the product pages prior to submitting your order. If you need assistance please feel free to call or email us prior to ordering. Go to our Contact Us page for contact information.