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June 01, 2023

What is the purpose of using a raised bed instead of other types of dog beds?

Full Question:

Hi Cindy,
I often see your husband refer to the use of a raised bed in the home, training, etc. on your videos. Comfort being considered, none of my dogs ever choose the raised bed over their memory foam bed if given an option when we are just hanging out for example in the garage watching television. My question is, what is your reason for the use of a raised bed specifically? Is it mainly for training purposes for the ability to attach a leash easier, will you transition off the raised bed as your dog's skills/ability improves? (replace “skills/ability” with whatever descriptive word you want) Will you gradually just use the raised bed as a tool or do recommend the use of the raised bed permanently and if so, why? Thank you

Cindy's Answer:

The raised bed is the most clear tool for teaching a dog to stay in a designated area. It's very black & white whether they are on or off. It's a bit more of a grey area with a regular dog bed.

The type of bed or platform I use depends a lot on my dog, my training goals, and our location. I have training tables and platforms in my training area and I tend to use the Klimb or Cato board there. I have the Kuranda raised bed in our living room and downstairs in the family room I have both raised beds and regular old dog beds. I might make the youngest dog hang out on the raised bed if he's fidgeting around or bugging the other dogs.

It's all really dog dependent and up to you how you want to use it. I hope that makes sense.

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