Water Beds As Pet Beds: Are They Good?

With human use of water beds almost non-existent these days, it may be surprising to learn that pet beds can sometimes still be found in this form. But a few manufacturers of dog beds provide either low pads full of water as an option, or even make water beds in small frames or as sturdy mattresses. Apart from the flexibility factor and perhaps a little quirkiness on the part of dog owners, these are especially handy as large dog beds, for very particular health reasons.

If you fill up these doggie beds properly, providing the right amount of firmness along with a bit of give, water beds for dogs can do much the same things as memory foam beds, meaning they give consistent support beneath the dog’s whole body, curving themselves to match the dog’s shape. This type of dog bed furniture can ease pain in joints or muscles, and it would help with a condition like hip dysplasia, which degrades hip joints and weakens leg muscles, particularly in larger dogs. And unlike stuffed beds and even some foam, a water bed will never end up with a “sag” in the middle.

The temperature controls on these pet beds provide another helpful feature, because the beds can be heated or cooled as the need arises. For an older dog who doesn’t handle cold like it used to, or an arthritic dog with aching joints that need to be kept warm, a heated dog bed can be a perfect solution. And in reverse, if you experience a long, hot summer or perhaps live in quite a warm climate, you can slightly lower the temperature inside the bed, to offset that extra heat. The cooler water in the bed can absorb some of the animal’s body heat, so it cools down, yet doesn’t become cold.

Humans may not use water beds so much any more, but as pet beds they may still be very useful. For one thing, with a thick cover to prevent such a bed from being popped by claws, it would actually last longer than many other types of beds. It wouldn’t develop worn spots, nor would it sag as the stuffing thins out. And as an orthopedic dog bed, with the heating and even support provided by the water, it could be just what an arthritic or older dog needs.

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