Mattress Options
*NEW* MATTRESSES NOW WITH INTERCHANGEABLE MATTRESS TOPPERS
Both of my mattresses now come with a solid foam base and a choice of either a solid memory foam topper (orthopaedic) or a shredded memory foam topper.
Choosing which mattress is best for your dog can be difficult, I have put together some information below with details of each one. If you're still struggling please just send me a message!
Both mattresses come with a cotton cover over the topper and a waterproof liner around the mattress as standard. The topper can be removed easily for washing.
The Orthopaedic Mattress with solid memory foam topper:
The Orthopaedic mattress is a combination of high density foam with a solid memory foam topper. It's a deep mattress that is incredibly comfortable for your dog. It's been designed this way to replicate luxury human memory foam mattresses so that the dog will sink in the proper amount to relieve pressure points and no more.
Memory Foam density is measured in cubic metres so foam with a density of 40kg will weigh 40kg if you have one cubic metre. The recommended Memory Foam density for a good quality dog bed is 40-60kg, memory foam used for my mattresses is 55kg (most commonly used for luxury human mattresses!)
Many companies sell "memory foam mattresses" that may be cheaper but are simply not orthopaedic and do not provide the support a memory foam mattress should. If the memory foam is too soft (often cheaper) it can cause the dog to sink to the bottom and therefore does not relieve pressure at all, the same applies to memory foam mattresses that are too thin for the size/weight of the dog using it.
I've carried out a lot of research over the past few years and worked closely with my very knowledgable foam supplier (based just a few miles from where I live) to create the perfect memory foam mattress that is truly orthopaedic, focusing on the correct foam densities and appropriate thickness of the mattress. This mattress will relieve arthritic pain in older dogs in addition to maintaining joint health in dogs of all ages. The memory foam reacts to body temperature, conforming to their unique shape and distributing their weight evenly across the bed.
A foam combination mattress is the more expensive option but it is a sturdier option that naturally regains its shape and will last a very long time. These beds are suited to all dogs particularly older dogs and larger breeds.
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Shredded memory foam topper:
The shredded memory foam topper is an incredible bouncier, squishier alternative to the solid memory foam. Not technically orthopaedic as the memory foam is shredded but that certainly doesn't take away from the incredible support this mattress provides. The topper foam is separated in to several square compartments to stop migration of the materials and sits upon the solid foam base providing a bed that will remain plump and springy and retain it's shape for a very long time. These mattress toppers are a great comfortable option for dogs that like a softer, cushioned feel. I would recommend plumping it up every now and then to maintain shape over time.
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