Dame Aussie Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 We need a new bed for Mo and I'm wondering if anyone has any recommendations on extra extra large beds? We really need the biggest bed available so he can stretch out! Happy to buy online too. TIA :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 What about a cot mattress? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted March 25, 2016 Author Share Posted March 25, 2016 (edited) Thanks harley, I did think about that, it would be big enough for him to sit on but possibly not to stretch right out on. I'm not sure I'll have to test it. He has very long legs and I want to keep his elbows on something soft. I did consider a single mattress haha it would be the same price as a lot of the big dog beds! I'll get my babies mattress tomorrow and see how big it is compared to him lol Edited March 25, 2016 by Dame Aussie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 Wow, he must be big! A single foam mattress might be better then, not as expensive as a proper (inner Spring) bed mattress and lighter to move around? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted March 25, 2016 Author Share Posted March 25, 2016 He is :laugh: he's about 52kg but really tall so when he stretches out he's massive. I'll check the cot mattress though it might be ok! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 I got some dog beds from these furniture makers at a market. They could probably make you up one if they didn't have a big enough one. Border collie size was $40 so they aren't super expensive. http://furnituremakers.net.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 We just buy a single mattress you can get some good ones fairly cheap and thick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted March 25, 2016 Author Share Posted March 25, 2016 Thanks Jules I'll check them out. Thanks showdog, was considering a single bed mattress if the cot one wasn't big enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denali Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 The only big big beds I know are henry hottie beds,but then they arue rather expensive, so the single/cot mattress may be the way to go :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sagittarian Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 Snooza D1000 or Snooza Big Dog Beds are fabulous although pricey - but you do get what you pay for with Snooza. Kazoo do a gigantic raised bed. T&S Patio Beds come in a really big size. Pity you're not near us or you could bring him in to try a few :-) There really are a lot on the market so just worth going into a few places - try some indepedents as we try to offer different from the chain store types. Sags :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottsmum Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 Thanks Jules I'll check them out. Thanks showdog, was considering a single bed mattress if the cot one wasn't big enough! Is he a pony? I don't know if I've ever seen a photo of Mo? Can you share one with us? (Please :D ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Best Dogs! Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 Snooza D1000 or Snooza Big Dog Beds are fabulous although pricey - but you do get what you pay for with Snooza. Kazoo do a gigantic raised bed. T&S Patio Beds come in a really big size. Pity you're not near us or you could bring him in to try a few :-) There really are a lot on the market so just worth going into a few places - try some indepedents as we try to offer different from the chain store types. Sags :) And with Snooza you get a free repairs service + lifetime guarantee (you have to register for this. Bonus, they send your dog a birthday present every year). The initial price is expensive though. For single beds, check out your local salvos or brotherhood for discount ones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 What about quilts? I bought some from the Reject Shop for some ridiculously cheap price. The wash and dry in no time which is important. To make it a bit firmer, you could put two together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 (edited) Kieran ( 36 "high and 42 kg) slept on a human stretcher bed :) Edited March 26, 2016 by persephone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuralPug Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 Second hand couch or freebie couch from the freecycle sites is what I recommend for the giant breeds if they are too big for a cot mattress. They can look quite respectable with queen size, easily washable bed linen draped over them plus they take up a little less floorspace than a single mattress, but because they are up off the floor, no pressure on dangling limbs. :) Mind you, I have not one but TWO single beds on my covered deck for big fosters, one with mattress and carpet, one with only plywood and carpet - but the mastiff types seem to prefer the park bench-type seat that is also on the deck. (wood slats only). Go figure. Also never overlook the excellent support that a super XXL trampoline style bed will give - you can make it cosy with as many nests and cushions as you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share Posted March 26, 2016 Thanks for all the ideas guys, much appreciated. Here's the boofhead in question Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share Posted March 26, 2016 Big eejit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share Posted March 26, 2016 And another, 'cause I can :) He's possibly the best dog ever so he needs to be comfy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinabean Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 He's gorgeous Dame Aussie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 Yep. Big guy :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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