Choosing the right dog bed is a big decision. Dog lovers want to make sure they buy a bed that's good for their dog and good for themselves. So it's not surprising we get asked a few questions about our dog beds.
Here are some questions asked about Hindquarters dog beds and our answers:
Why this shape and structure? Why an oval shaped dog bed with a chunky bolster?
Dogs love a comfy place of their own to settle down and relax. They need a bed with a shape and structure that will support all their various sleep positions. A supportive bolster that gives them something rest against.
Dogs like to get cosy. They like to be able to curl up in an indentation as they would in the wild. They love to stretch out too.
An oval cushion with surrounding bolster helps allows your dog to both snuggle down and stretch right out.
An oval dog bed mirrors a dog's body shape when lying flat. A comfy cushion and surrounding bolster supports their various sleep positions allowing maximum comfort. The chunky bolster enables them to curl up cosily or stretch out fully supported and acts as a head or chin rest when desired.
Tank fast asleep in his gold velvet dog bed:
Boggle sleeping with one eye open using the bolster of the dog bed as a chin rest to watch the world go by:
Chip stretching out on a black corduroy dog bed:
How soft are the dog beds?
Hindquarters dog beds are soft and comfy but generously stuffed so they are semi-firm and will stand the test of time.
The dog bed covers are all made from thick natural fabrics which give a soft sleep surface. The ridges on the corduroy dog beds give a feel. The pile on our velvet dog beds and the orange moleskin dog bed make them a super soft choice.
Where are your dog beds made?
Hindquarters dog beds are made in the UK from carefully chosen components. The components are sourced from the UK and Europe, the inner dog beds and the dog bed covers are hand sewn and hand stuffed locally in London.
Here you can read more detail about how Hindquarters dog beds are made.
Dog beds constructed to maximise comfort:
How long do Hindquarters dog beds last? Previous dog beds have disintegrated pretty quickly.
Hindquarters dog beds will last years. We have multiple dogs and they often play together and muck around on their dog beds. They eat bones on their beds, snooze and lounge, and snore the day away. The dog beds we are currently using are 4 years old.
Our dog beds are designed to take knocks and will last years, with a regular amount of wear and tear. The lifespan of a dog bed depends partly on the age, character and sleeping arrangements of your dog.
We can't guarantee against determined chewers but we do offer a free repair service on any rips or tears, just get in touch, send the dog bed covers back and we'll fix and return them.
If you need a replacement or spare cover at some point, we sell dog bed covers here.
Our dog beds get plenty of use:
Do Hindquarters dog beds get smelly with time?
We designed and construct Hindquarters dog beds in a way that minimises smells.
The inner dog bed is made from a technical sportswear fabric that is breathable and water resistant. It is generously stuffed with virgin polyester fibres that don't hold moisture so there is no bacteria and the stuffing doesn't smells. The inner dog bed is wipe clean and should never need washing.
The removable dog bed covers are all made from natural fabrics that are easy to maintain: wash on a gentle cycle at 40 and air dry to keep clean and fresh.
Tim relaxing on a denim dog bed:
How easy is it to change the dog bed covers?
It is pretty straight forward changing the dog beds covers. Here are instructions on how to change a dog bed cover.
Changing a dog bed cover:
Are you going to make a square shape or pillow dog bed at some point?
The very first dog beds we made were pillow shaped but the dogs kept slipping off. In our experience dogs need some support when sleeping. Dogs like to get cosy by curling up in an indent, as they would in the wild. And they like to stretch out too. A bolster helps enables your dog to get cosy and helps them create an indent, it also supports their back, neck and head when stretched out or if they want to rest their chin.
Boggle relaxing on his denim dog bed:
Are the dog bed sizes exact and do the dog beds squash up a bit?
Yes, the sizes are pretty exact, they can squash up a bit to fit in an alcove.
Our Small dog bed size is 80x70cm, a good dog bed for Jack Russells and similarly sized dogs.
Cleo on a Small size gold velvet dog bed:
The Medium dog bed is 100x75cm and is a good size for Labradors and similar.
Our large dog beds are 110x80cm. And Extra Large dog beds are 120x90cm, good for big dogs or those who like to share.
Percy ready for bed:
How do I look after my dog bed?
We have multiple dogs and so brush or hoover our dog beds each day. Whenever they are mucky we wash the dog bed covers. The dog bed covers can be machine washed at 40 on a gentle cycle and air dried. We wash them probably every couple of weeks in winter when life is muddier and less during summer.
Here are instructions on how to change a dog bed cover:
I'm looking for a patterned or floral dog bed. Where do your vintage fabric dog bed covers come from?
We are fans of recycling and reusing and like to find vintage fabrics at markets and second hand places. If we find interesting suitable fabrics we turn them into dog bed covers creating unique dogbeds. They are usually one-offs so snap them up while you can. If you have your own fabric and would like to turn it into a dog bed, get in touch.
Chip on a bed of roses made from a vintage Sandersons print:
