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Someone mentioned earlier about the removable cover being easy to wash annd they weren’t kidding… made my life so much easier. The only downsize (yep i meant to say downsize not downside haha) for me was that I got a size too small at first. Mistake learned tho – always check your pup’s measurements properly before buying, And oh if anyone’s got tips for dealing with their sheding on the bed, I’m all ears!
One thing I’m curious about tho… Has anyone else experienced their dog chewing at the corners? It’s nothing major yet but wondering if it’s something I need to watch for? Any advice would be super appreciated! Thanks mates.
I’ve had my Vibrant Life dog bed for about a year now annd I can vouch for its sturdiness – my labrador has been gnawing at the corners too but it’s stood up pretty well. But you’re right, I’ve also noticed some minor tearing…
So what I did was I introduced a bunch of chew toys (Kong is a godsend!) to distract her from her newfound past-time. I guess it all just boils down to our fur babies’ habits. Always important to have those chewy alternatives if your pup is teething or just an enthusiastic chewer like mine!
By the way, has anyone tried any other durable dog bed brands as well? What are your experiences like?
Re: the sturdiness – totally agree, it’s been great for us! My tip would be to get a size up from what you think you’ll need. Gives them extra room to snuggle but it also makes the bed last longer since there’s less direct pressure on any one spot. Worked out really well for us so far. Does anyone else have advice on picking the right size?
I second the tip about sizing up tho. Dogs love to stretch out and never seem to fit in their recommended size. Does anyone else’s pup do an entire lap of the bed before collapsing into it? 😂 It’s like they need that assurance that it’s spacious enough. Bigger is defo better with these beds!
As an additional pointer, keeping these beds clean can be a bit of task – my advice? Grab one of those pet-friendly fabric sprays. It has been a lifesaver for us against Max’s infamous muddy adventures. Has anyone found other effective ways to keep their dog bed smelling fresh?
Anyone else find washing the cover a bit tricky tho? While it shouts out that it’s machine washable, I’ve been having a hard time getting rid of all the dog hair stuck onto it even after multiple washes. Does anyone have tips on this? Maybe there’s a life-hack I’m missing out on?
On another slight tangent, I’ve noticed some of you had issues keeping it clean. Strangely enough, my pooch hasn’t made much of a mess on hers till now – maybe just got lucky. Anyways, just chiming in to say Vibrant Life beds have worked well for us so far!
From personal experience, when you’re washin’, just be sure to unzip it slowly and take out the stuffing carefully so it doesn’t end up everywhere – bit messy otherwise, eh? And also – cold wash! Works best, I reckon.
However, does anyone else find that these beds aren’t the most chew-resistant? Sammy chewed through the corner within a week and I had to sew it back up. Anybody got any tips on how to deter him from gnawing at his bed? Or perhaps suggest another tough bed more suited for avid chewers?
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