Your basic dog bed filler choices are either solid foam, or stuffing. Since the type of filling that you choose will impact your dog's comfort, you should make an informed decision that takes into consideration your dog's size, age, and health. Inexpensive dogs beds often use cheap foam that can flatten out within several months. It is often worth while to pay a little more a quality bed that will last several years.
Poly-fill dog beds are stuffed with little pieces of foam. There are different types of Poly-fill to choose from. You want to make sure that your dog bed uses "high-loft" which means that it will not flatten out and lose its "spring" over time. Also make sure that you choose a dog bed style that uses "baffled chambers" which keeps the fill evenly distributed throughout the bed and keeps it from shifting to the outer edges as your dog snuggles in for the night.
Solid foam dog bed mattresses are best for large breeds and older dogs who are still in good health. If your dog has arthritis, or any back or hip problems, then you need a medical-grade, orthopedic foam dog bed.
The two key issues when choosing a solid foam mattress are firmness and density. Just like your mattress, the firmness determines how hard or soft the mattress is, while density determines how much "bounce" is in the mattress A good quality solid foam dog bed mattress will have a higher density and more firmness.
There are some specialty beds available that are made to hold up against a teething puppy or a dog who likes to chew and tear up traditional dog beds. Many platform beds (such as Kuranda Dog Beds) are designed like hammocks so that your dog rests comfortably on chew-proof mesh or fabric. These types of beds are a great alternative if your dog has already chewed his way through several foam beds!
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