In hindsight, maybe it was a mistake to get my dog a "cuddler" bed.
When I first presented her with her new bed, she immediately tried to eat it. Then she tried to flip it over in order to lie on the flat side. She's not the smartest dog. But she did finally figure out how to use it correctly and has pretty much been living in it ever since. She used to beg for cuddles all the time while I was trying to work, but now even when I want to cuddle with her she will only tolerate it for a minute or two before going back to her nest.
I'm a little surprised at the reviews saying the bed is too small. My terrier mix is 18-lb and measures 16" long from between shoulder blades to base of her tail. Except for one of her ears (see pics attached), she fits perfectly inside the walls of this bed. Sometimes I even find chew toys in there with her.
I bought 2 of these when I first got my puppy, one to leave at my boyfriend's house and one at my house and they're amazing! We've really only used one since I then moved in with my bf and this bed is perfect for my puppy. She was a 5 lb.-ish puppy and now is a healthy 9 lbs but she still fits very well in it. I've attached pictures if her sitting in the bed with space to spare for her blanket and toys.
She doesn't sleep it in it much anymore since our bed is basically her bed now but when she knows I have a treat in hand, she goes right into her crate, onto her bed, and look at me with her cute puppy eyes begging for it. (Works every time!)
The bed is also super sturdy! She likes to roll on her back and dig into the bed and her nails aren't short. Good thing they're not sharp but they can do some damage. This bed however holds up really well and the backup bed won't be used anytime soon!
The dogs love it! Other reviewers praised it - and they were right. We have 3 dogs - the bigger one has a "bigger" bed, but even he wedges himself into this one instead. I'm going to have to find one his size from these folks!
I actually got "this" one for the 10# shih tzu girl. She likes it. The 5# Yorkie loves it. The 25# "mostly" shih tzu senior citizen loves it. The contest is... who gets to it first.
I'm not sure what makes it so terrific, but it is popular! (We did get a different new bed for the Yorkie, but he likes this one best, as well... maybe it's the competition?)
UPDATE: Wanted to let people know that I've washed it 2x a week for over 3 months now, and it is still holding up well. I do air fluff it a little and then air dry it.
Additional update: Nov. 2018.... It is still going strong and holding together. Washing on delicate in a front loader, flipped inside out (double rinse, to keep down any soap residue).
Smaller than advertised this is for an extra small dog! It looks so small, I even took out a tape measure to make sure my eyes were not deceiving me, they were not. The bed is smaller than advertised.
This dog bed is fantastic. Our dog fell in love with it on Christmas morning and spends most of his "unoccupied" time in it. It is just the right size, nice and soft, and the low sides are just right for him to look over and keep track of what's going on. Recently, I left a small blanket beside it and he has actually learned to arrange it around himself for even more comfort. Finally, last night we wanted to go out to dinner but we needed to drive our truck because of the weather. We just picked up bed and blanket together and put him between us - worked like a charm.
Bought two as they were inexpensive, one for home, one for office. 11.5 lb Pomeranian just fits nicely and he likes it. If he were any bigger, he would not fit. He has a bigger bed with firmer walls he alternates to, but doesn't seem to have a preference.
I have a 14 lb Cockapoo and she loves this bed. I was very concerned when I bought it that it wouldn't be comfortable enough or thick enough. If you are reading reviews for dog beds you are probably as confused as I was about determining what a good dog bed is vs sticker shock of the $50+ beds that look very similar. If you have a small dog, buy this one. Dogs tear up or make any bed smelly. No since in spending that much money when they all have a similar fate.
Camo loves his new bed, 85lbs mid to large breed mix. Bed is comfy and supportive for my 14yr old baby
We purchased this in September 2017 and already need to replace it.
PROS: Fairly easy to take apart to wash.
CONS: Not very good quality. Ended up replacing the foam base with a better quality foam shortly after purchase. Also, the bolsters don't hold their shape very well and the beige cover part our dog sleeps on is wearing out. I expected better durability for a dog bed.
This bed is really nice and sturdy however it is not 20inches... I almost sent it back but thankfully my small 6 lb cat loves it so I kept it. I doubt it will suit any animal over 8lbs unless they scrunch themselves up in it...My 12 lb cat was way to big for it.
My puppy loves his new bed.
Nice looking quality