WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO PUT YOUR DOG'S BED?

Dogs should sleep in a place that is comfortable for them - somewhere warm and cosy and well ventilated - but exactly where your dog sleeps will likely be an agreement between your needs and theirs.

Here below we look at the best rooms and places in the home to position your dog's bed. And answer some frequently asked questions. To help you work out the best place for your dog to get a good night's sleep : and to ensure they have somewhere nice to hang out...

10 REASONS TO GET A HINDQUARTERS DOG BED

Our dogs nap whenever they get a chance. They are expert sleepers. They have no trouble settling down in the evening into a deep slumber. They are very happy with and in their dog beds.

Over the years our dogs have been crucial in the evolution and development of Hindquarters dog beds. Observing their habits and how they like to get down and comfy has influenced how our dog beds are designed and constructed.

So using their help we've distilled things down to 10 reasons...

WHAT SIZE HARNESS FOR MY DOG? (AND HOW TO GET A PERFECT FIT FOR YOUR DOG)

Comfort and fit are key when it comes to choosing the right harness for your dog. So here is some help for getting the size right for them...

SUSTAINABLE DOG BEDS : LONG-LASTING DOG BEDS MADE FROM RECYCLABLE AND NATURAL MATERIALS

Everyone wants to minimise the amount of stuff they buy and their waste and as a responsible dog owner you'll be thinking about what makes a dog bed eco friendly or low impact. And likely be searching for the most sustainable bed for your dog...

HOW DO I CHOOSE A GOOD DOG COLLAR? OUR HANDY GUIDE TO GETTING THE BEST COLLAR FOR YOUR DOG

A good dog collar needs a bit of decision making.

The best collar for your dog requires thought about what your dog want from a collar. They will need a comfy collar that is safe, reliable and durable. A dog's collar will go through a lot of use over time...

COMFY DOG BEDS THAT LAST A LIFETIME : HOW HINDQUARTERS DOG BEDS TICK ALL BOXES

With multiple big dogs we wanted dog beds that would last, take rough and tumble, and stand the test of time.

No one wants to buy a new dog bed every year. Regularly throwing away or recycling dog beds is a waste of resources and will end up being financially wasteful too.

You and your dog will want a bed that is durable and lasts.

All dogs whatever their age need a clean and comfy place to relax and rest their head. We are happy to share what we thought...

WHAT COLOUR COLLAR FOR MY DOG?

We have rounded up a few of our favorite furry friends sporting their Hindquarters collars - to help you decide what colour dog collar is best for your best friend...

STUFFING A DENIM DOG BED : HOW TO STUFF A DOG BED YOURSELF

Our Stuff It Yourself dog beds have been designed so that you can stuff them with all your old clothes and bedding. This way your dog will be laying on a bed that smells of their favourite person in the whole world.

Plus Stuff It Yourself dog beds are a more sustainable and cost effective option.

We provide the dog bed skins. You stuff the dog bed with your old jumpers. They snooze the day away on probably the comfiest dog bed ever.

Here we are stuffing a Large size...

WHAT DOG BED SHOULD I GET? (TOP TIPS FOR MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR PUP)

Before getting a dog bed it is worth considering what will be a good bed for your dog. Thinking about your dog's sleeping style and habits, as well as age and size, will make sure you get the best bed for them.

Dogs spend a lot of time asleep so you will want your dog to have a comfy bed. A dog bed that is soft but supportive and enables them to adopt a variety of sleep positions.

REPAIR FOR LIFE AND FREE PATCH SERVICE FOR DOG BEDS : NO WORRIES IF THINGS GET CHEWED UP, WE CAN FIX IT

Hindquarters dog beds are tough and durable. We make them with attention to detail and from quality materials. But life happens. Dogs will dogs. If your dog chews a corner of her dog bed or somehow there is a rip or tear, we are happy to repair the damage for free. We want to increase the lifespan of our dog beds if we can...

SHORT DOG LEADS (WE CAN MAKE LONG OR SHORT LEADS TO A BESPOKE LENGTH)

Sometimes you need your dog to be close by and a short dog lead can help with safe and easy control.

Perfect for use in town or trips to the market a short dog lead allows you to easily keep your dog close in high traffic areas...

COLOURFUL DOG LEADS THAT STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD

Sometimes it feels good to stand out from the pack with a pop of colour.

So we have pulled together a selection of our brightest dog leads to demonstrate how to leave a colourful mark.

HOW HINDQUARTERS HARNESSES WORK TO SUPPORT YOUR DOG IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES

Our older dogs walk nicely to heel and wear just a dog collar and lead when out and about. But we do put our youngest dog in a harness, she has energy and can be a scatter brain when walking down the pavement so we wanted a comfy harness solution that would support her in all the right places.

PERSONALISED DOG TAGS : EACH HINDQUARTERS DOG COLLAR COMES WITH A TAG WHICH WE CAN ENGRAVE IF YOU'D LIKE

Each Hindquarters dog collar comes with a tag which we can personalise for you, at no extra cost.

Or you can buy a dog tag by itself on which - if you'd like - we will engrave your requested details.

STUFF IT YOURSELF : GREEN CORDUROY DOG BED

Stuff It Yourself dog beds have been designed so that you can stuff them with all your old clothes and bedding. This way your dog will be laying on a bed that smells of their favourite person in the whole world.

We provide the dog bed skins made from a variety of thick soft natural fabrics, like this green cotton corduroy.

You stuff the bed with your old jumpers and blankets.

They snooze the day away on probably the comfiest dog bed ever.

BEST COLLAR FOR A BLACK DOG : WE RUN THROUGH THE OPTIONS

There are few things nicer than running your hands through some thick dark curls. Invariably glossy, they are straightforward to choose a collar for. The only decision is whether to complement your dog's black coat or go for a contrast...

HOW TO PUT A DOG BED COVER ON : MEDIUM ORANGE MOLESKIN

Things can get mucky when you have a dog. So we'd recommend a dog bed with covers that can be easily removed and machine washed.

Hindquarters dog beds are oval shaped with removable covers, here are instructions on how to get clean covers back on the dog bed...

WHICH IS THE BEST BED FOR MY DOG? (OUR GUIDE TO MAKING THE RIGHT DOG BED CHOICE)

Buying a dog bed is a big decision that can be tricky to get right. You'll want to buy the best bed for your best friend. So we have identified some things to think about, to help you choose the best bed for your dog...

TWIX : GOOD HARNESS FOR A COCKAPOO

Twix was looking for the best harness for a Cockapoo, a comfortable harness that would fit perfectly and support him in all the right places...

HOW TO STUFF A DOG BED YOURSELF (USING OLD CLOTHES AND JUMPERS : OUR GUIDE TO CREATING A DOG BED YOUR DOG WILL LOVE)

Our Stuff It Yourself dog beds are designed to be stuffed with all your old clothes and bedding. A sustainable dog bed that helps you recycle old clothes, repurpose your wardrobe, and reduce waste.

Plus, this way your dog gets to be with you all the time. Your dog will be lying on a bed that smells of their favourite person in the whole world.

WHICH DOG BED FOR A BLACK LAB? THE BEST BED FOR A LABRADOR

Labradors are large and lovable and a big part of the family so their beds are inevitably a prominent part of the home.

You will want a dog bed which is perfect for your dog but that also looks good and is easy to maintain...

THE ADVANTAGES OF A DENIM DOG BED (HINT : A VERY COMFY VERY DURABLE DOG BED)

Who doesn't love a bit of denim?

Maybe it's the comfy feel that appeals or perhaps it's the tough workwear practicality. Whichever, it's no surprise that everyone seems to have their favourite pair of denim jeans.

Now your best friend can join the pack - and have their very own denim dog bed...

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS : HINDQUARTERS MAKE LOVELY DOG STUFF IN THE UK AND HAPPILY SHIP THINGS AROUND THE WORLD

We welcome orders from outside the UK and are always happy to see pups around the world sporting Hindquarters dog collars and leads. Ordering an item from overseas can sometimes be tricky so here we explain how international orders work at Hindquarters...

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A DOG BED (OUR 5 STEP GUIDE TO GETTING THE BEST BED FOR YOUR DOG)

Buying a good dog bed is a big decision and so we have compiled a list of things you might want to consider when buying a bed for your dog...

LARGE DOG BEDS : FOR BIG DOGS WHO LIKE TO STRETCH RIGHT OUT FULLY SUPPORTED

Deciding on the best bed for a large dog can be tricky - you are making a big decision on behalf of your best friend and you want to get it right, you want a perfect dog bed to suit both your dog and your home...

WHAT SIZE BED FOR MY DOG? HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST DOG BED

It's worth double checking what size dog bed would be best your dog. Here we illustrate Hindquarters dog bed sizes with photos and dimensions, including a breed list and what size dog bed would likely suit...

MAKE YOUR OWN DOG BED (WELL, YOU CHOOSE THE BEST DOG BED SLEEP SURFACE MATERIAL TO MATCH YOUR SOFA AND WE MAKE A UNIQUE AND PERFECT DOG BED FOR YOU BOTH)

Ever wanted a dog bed that fits perfectly into your home? Ever wanted a dog bed that matches your sofa? Now you can create a bed for your dog that slots neatly into your own home and style by making your own dog bed cover with Hindquarters.

GIFT GUIDE FOR DOG LOVERS (YOUR BEST FRIEND DESERVES THE BEST)

Check our dog lovers gift selection for the very best in unique handmade pieces from Hindquarters. These gift ideas will get you started on the hunt for that perfect present for the dog - or dog lover - in your life.

Each item we've chosen is unique and special, but practical too. Dog lovers will understand the need for practical dog stuff - and things that are durable and long-lasting. These are gifts for dogs and dog lovers that will last well beyond Christmas or a birthday celebration.

CHOOSING A GOOD DOG LEAD (THAT WORKS FOR BOTH YOU AND YOUR DOG)

Choosing a good dog lead is important - it is a physical connection between you and your dog when out and about - and there are a number of things you will want to consider.

Here we run through 4 things to think about before buying a dog lead...

10 WAYS TO WEAR RED (IF YOU ARE A DOG)

Roll out the red carpet! Paint the town red! We have gathered together 10 of the cutest pups to demonstrate how to wear a Hindquarters red collar and lead with panache, whatever your shape, size or coat colour...

WHICH IS THE BEST HARNESS FOR A TERRIER? (STRONG ENOUGH, FLEXIBLE ENOUGH, FITS WELL IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES)

Travis is a bouncy Terrier so was looking for a good harness for an active dog. Hindquarters harnesses are made from comfy cotton that's strong but soft-to-the-touch. And durable and washable. So he tried a few colours on...

DOG BEDS : FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS : WHAT MAKES THEM SO GOOD?

Choosing the right dog bed is a big decision - dog lovers want to make sure they buy a bed that's both good for their dog and themselves. So it's not surprising we get asked a few questions about our dog beds.

Here are the 10 most frequently asked questions about Hindquarters dog beds - and our answers...

5 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A HARNESS FOR YOUR DOG : HINDQUARTERS GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT HARNESS FOR YOUR DOG

When we were restricted to lead walks due to injury, we decided to reimagine the standard harness - from materials to design - with the aim of engineering a harness with ultimate comfort and functionality. During the process we learnt what is important. Here are 5 things to look out for when choosing the right harness for your dog...

10 THINGS OUR DOGS HAVE TAUGHT US : THE HINDQUARTERS APPROACH TO LIFE

We spend a lot of time teaching our dogs to sit and stay, so we thought we'd make things easier, turn the tables, and share 10 things our dogs have taught us...

Q&A WITH HINDQUARTERS : WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE THINK (CLUE: DOG LOVERS)

Alex answers some questions...

NICE AND SENSIBLE CORDUROY DOG BEDS

Geography teachers got it right: everything you've heard about corduroy is true. It's super comfy, wears well, and looks great - even when crumpled...

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS : HINDQUARTERS DOG COLLARS AND HOW THEY TICK ALL BOXES

We started by making leather dog collars. They were bridle leather with traditional brass buckles and very nice but didn't meet all our needs. Call us fussy...

HOW WE MAKE A DOG COLLAR THAT TICKS ALL BOXES (FOR BOTH YOU AND YOUR DOG)

We have playful dogs who need strong and comfy collars they can happily muck around in. We wanted the same, an exact and comfy fit for our dogs. But also a safe and reliable collar that would perform everyday in all conditions and be easy for us to use and maintain. So we made our own. Here they are and here's how we do it...

RED : OUR INSPIRATION TO CREATE LOVELY THINGS FOR DOGS

Not long ago we said a sad peaceful goodbye to Red who was such an inspiration behind many things including our little business...

HOW TO MEASURE FOR A HINDQUARTERS HARNESS (INSTRUCTIONS TO GETTING THE RIGHT SIZE HARNESS FOR YOUR DOG)

Hindquarters harnesses suit a wide range of dogs from Jack Russells to Boxers and most in between. There are two key measurements when choosing the right size: lower neck and girth. Here are more details - and a diagram - on how to measure for a Hindquarters harness...

HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN DOG FOOD (THIS IS THE WAY WE DO IT)

With multiple dogs we find it cheaper and easier to make their food ourselves. Here's how we go about making our own dog food...

A DAY IN THE LIFE : THE HINDQUARTERS DOGS OUT AND ABOUT

Brixton based photographer Tom Jordan came to see what all the fuss was about and journaled a day in the life of Hindquarters...

BEACH BUMS : A HINDQUARTERS DAY OUT AT THE BEACH

One advantage of living on an island with variable weather is that you are never far from an empty beach. Every now and then we like to escape London and hit the sand...

HOW HINDQUARTERS DOG BEDS ARE MADE

Dogs like their own space to settle down and snooze the day away, and we like things to look nice and be easy.

So we designed a dog bed that not only looks good but lasts. A bed that gives maximum comfort for your dog whilst taking minimum effort to look after.

Here's how Hindquarters dog beds are made...

WHAT SIZE COLLAR FOR MY DOG?

Here is a list of dog breeds and their typical neck measurements, and some suggestions what which Hindquarters dog collar would work best...

HERE'S HOW TO PUT A HINDQUARTERS HARNESS ON (OUR STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO GETTING THINGS RIGHT FOR YOUR DOG)

Here are instructions for putting your Hindquarters harness on and ensuring a good fit...