Pet-Luxury Orthopaedic Bolster Beds
What is a dog bed bolster?
A dog bed bolster is a firm, well-padded, long, narrow, tube-shaped cushion around the dog bed to support and comfortably prop your dog’s head, neck, body and limbs while sleeping or resting. It also creates extra safety and protection from injury or intrusion.
It differs from the ordinary sides of a dog bed in that it is larger and firmer for extra support, particularly for large breeds, older dogs, and dogs with arthritis, hip or joint problems.
As the name says, a bolster supports, comforts, boosts, encourages and sustains dogs with particular needs.
Is a bolster better than ordinary raised dog bed sides or loose pillows?
Dog bed bolsters are a great advancement in dog beds and really come into their own for targeted support, in addition to creating a cosy den for your dog.
The bolster has extra polyester fibre padding to make it firm and stout, yet soft enough to yield to the body parts of a dog. Because it is fixed to the bed, it does not move around or slip out from under the dog like a pillow would.
Which dogs need a bolster dog bed?
A bolstered dog bed is a special type of therapeutic bed, specifically designed around the needs of puppies, larger dogs and those with orthopaedic conditions, creating a safe, secure, and comfortable sanctuary for them.
Puppies who are not used to sleeping alone; older dogs whose muscles and joints need support; dogs with hip dysplasia, arthritis, or joint problems who need firm cushioning; large breeds who need to support their necks and heads while sleeping or resting; and dogs with long limbs to stretch out, with firm support for their necks and heads, are in particular need of a bolstered bed, for better health, security, and general well-being.
You don’t need to worry about the dog falling or rolling off the bed, and the dog feels safer inside his den-like bed. It alleviates anxiety and gives them a sense of security and privacy. The soft, yet firm edges, also simulate companionship and your dog will not feel alone.
You don’t need loose pillows or cushions that can slide about or fall out of the bed. Your dog can lie in any direction or position and still be able to rest his head, neck, spine, or specific body parts on or against the bolster to sleep better or when he needs to relax.
We have done a lot of homework to design and create an orthopaedic bolster dog bed, in three sizes and 12 smart colours, with the special needs of your dog in mind.
Click here to see our wide range of choices to suit your dog’s unique needs.
Every bolster bed is lovingly made by hand in our textile mill in England, with the same care we would give our own dear pets. The bolster is made from the same attractive, durable Avalon fabric as the bed itself, which is fully washable; firmly stuffed with polyester fibre for maximum support and comfort; and securely fixed all around the bed to embrace your dog, with a low entrance for easy access. The Pet Luxury Bolster bed has a reversible, fully machine washable cover to keep it clean and hygienic, and has a non-slip base for extra safety.
