Dogs are furry night shredders. They have this amazing ability to transform your living area into the morning after scene of a party with shredded paper. Both you and your dog dream of peaceful sleep at the end of a busy day. Your dog may think his bed is a giant chew toy. Start here.

Once upon a time, I gifted Max a plush, so-soft-it-could-melt cottage of a dog bed. I thought he was lucky to have a marshmallow from the sky. After two hours it was like someone had set off an icing hurricane. To this day, I don’t know how he got fluff into every corner of my house.

Do you wonder if there is any way to create a durable pet bed if your pup treats his bed as an unlimited buffet of chewing? Imagine a durable bed that will withstand sharp teeth and paws. It would leave both the dog and the owner in blissful peace.

Choose the right tough bed for your dog and it’s not all about durability. It’s like trying to keep a Jenga-like tower from falling. Comfort is key in your quest. If your cozy bed had hidden spikes, then it wouldn’t look as nice.

Materials matter. Fabrics must be able to withstand the destruction of a bomb. Consider heavy-duty nylon or ballistic canvas. Keith, my cousin’s German Shepherd who liked to drool over other beds and believed that zigging is the best zig found these amazing. These beds have withstood the test of play-bites, claws and a lot more.

The secret weapon Reinforced sewing. I once read that a well stitched seam was like a solid rock, upon which dreams of dogs are built. The phrase may be a bit flowery and fanciful, but there is a kernel truth to it. The most durable fabrics can be ruined by a lack of it.

Then there’s waterproofing–absolutely essential after play dates at the dog park or unexpected rainy-day romps. When was the last time I was grateful for moisture resistant barriers? Einstein’s quote about compounding interest is also applicable to this.

A bed that is shaped to fit your dog is also important. Select a shape that they love, whether it’s the doughnut or the spread-out kind. You can get to know your partner’s sleeping style by understanding the story that they tell.

Of course budget is important. A bed that is durable and pocket-friendly will be like finding an unicorn grazing on your lawn. But what is the happiness of your dog worth? Freddie the tenacious terrier of my neighbor is a perfect example. His new reinforced dog bed didn’t cost him a fortune and it did not affect his spirit.

This is a road filled with wrong turns, late nights of googling & genuine skepticism. It’s worth the effort when your dog settles into its unbeatable nook. Their wagging paws and sleepy sighs are a testament to their success. Not only is it a great victory, but you can also look forward to a restful night for both of your dogs. It’s worth it, dear readers, to have a good night’s sleep.