Pet care has advanced a lot in recent years, in all areas, including dog beds. Some of the biggest and most positive advantages have come in memory foam. Once only available to the richer dog owners, memory foam dog beds have now come down a good deal in price. But what is it that makes memory foam beds such a fantastic buy? It's so much more than the price.

What is memory foam?

Memory foam is visco-elastic polyurethane, which reacts with the heat of the dog's body to form to all the dog's curves. There is a range of grades in firmness and support available. It is soft and supple and easily molds but then it retains its shape, giving extra support that no other pet mattresses offer. The technology has been used for a while now in human mattresses and so now pet owners are able to give their pet the same benefits.

All shapes and sizes of dog beds can be made from memory foam, so regardless the size of your dog and whatever position they like to sleep in, there is a memory foam dog bed obtainable to meet that need. Also, they can be found in a full range of cover designs.

Health benefits

Memory foam dog beds are not only soft and comfortable; they offer all the support that any dog could need. No matter what the size, weight or age of your dog, memory foam technology allows for the total support of every joint and muscle.

If your dog suffers from joint problems or arthritis, memory foam is a particularly good choice in particular for older dogs suffering from arthritis and other conditions. Vets often recommend orthopedic dog beds made of memory foam for dogs that have orthopedic problems, because of the outstanding support they offer. Working dogs also benefit from the support of memory foam dog beds to rest their weary muscles and give them time to repair before the next busy day.

The memory foam takes the pressure off joints and muscles and so can be beneficial in reducing pain for your dog, even if your dog suffers from a condition like hip dysplasia. The spines of large dogs can be allowed to sag and distort when not supported by memory foam technology.

The first-rate support that memory foam affords also facilitates better blood circulation. With their weight evenly distributed by the memory foam, your dog has the best chance of a relaxing night's sleep, especially as they will not be tossing and turning, trying to get comfortable. From our own experience, everyone knows how frustrating that can be when all you want to do is sleep.

Finally, memory foam dog beds are breathable, which means they will keep your dog warm in cold weather and cool in hot weather. That is better for their health and also helps them sleep better.

Economic benefits

It used to be considered that memory foam dog beds were fairly expensive. But with the old laws of supply and demand, prices have dropped, making them a good buy. They may cost a little more initially but they are extremely durable, which may be particularly important if you have a large dog or one who chews a lot.

Furthermore, memory foam dog beds can be machine washed or easily washed by hand. They should last for years, whereas cheaper alternatives surely will not. Some can also be machine dried.

So, regardless of your budget, it makes sense to look at memory foam dog beds. They meet all your pet's needs; they are available in any style you could wish for, and they will last for years to come.