You want your dog to be able to stretch out comfortably in his bed and if it's too small, he may refuse to use it and opt for your couch instead.

Although many owners of smaller breeds are perfectly fine letting their pooch sleep on the bed with them, this can be nearly impossible if you have a very large breed dog like a Weimaraner or Great Pyrenees. Depending on your individual dog's sleeping habits, and your own personal preference, you might choose a raised bed on a frame or an extra large cushion for his crate. Today's large dog bed comes in a variety. Fortunately, there are an increasing number of beds available specifically for large dogs.

If you are the meredith owner of one of the bigger breeds of dogs, you probably already know how difficult it can be to find a suitably large dog bed for your furry friend. The right large dog bed will give your pet enough space to lie down without hanging off.

Every dog needs a comfortable place to sleep that is suitable to his frame.