My shihtzu used to sleep on his side, can this dog do that
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No, this is not soft and pliable like a suffed animal. It feels more like a taxidermy animal with a ballon rib cage that slowly moves up and down.
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This dog is very stiff. It's purpose is to simply sleep. It's chest moves up and down to appear breathing. It cannot be moved in any way.
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Probably. But for two dogs (especially for one that is recovering from back surgery), two beds might be more comfortable. For the price, it's not nearly as expensive as some of the other beds on the market now. You could try ordering one and see.
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It can be softened to help with side sleeping as long as your partner doesn't mind. And when it is softened you still stay seperate
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I have two Scotties and both lie down with them. They do have short legs so a longer legged dog may not have the same success I have.
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I use a xlarge cage liner on top of the Big Barker. The cage liner has bolsters around all the sides, so my dog can use that as a pillow on any part of the bed. I did that because that is what she was used to sleeping on previusly. I wanted her to get used to the Big Barker before taking her familiar bed away. Turns out, I left it on top because she really likes the combination. Her legs feel so much better with the extra support and she has the bolster to use on all sides.
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I think so. I have a 13lb Yorkie and 12lb chihuahua. Both have enough space to lay or stand with extra space. They also sometimes sleep together and both fit. Hope this helps!
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All I can say is that my dog is a 15lb Shih Tzu and he fits into the (Large) bed comfortably with plenty of space to move around and from what I have experienced with my dog is that he takes up minimal space in the bed because he curls himself up into a fetal position and tends to sleep that way, but he has plenty of room to stretch out if he desires to do so as well. This Large bed fits in a corner of my bedroom comfortably, while providing my dog's needs as well. I hope that was helpful, as your dog is only 5lbs heavier than mine, Isuppose you would have to take in consideration the width and size of your dog. My dog is about the size of the dog pictured in the bed. All I can say is that my dog is a 15lb Shih Tzu and he fits into the (Large) bed comfortably with plenty of space to move around and from what I have experienced with my dog is that he takes up minimal space in the bed because he curls himself up into a fetal position and tends to sleep that way, but he has plenty of room to stretch out if he desires to do so as well. This Large bed fits in a corner of my bedroom comfortably, while providing my dog's needs as well. I hope that was helpful, as your dog is only 5lbs heavier than mine, Isuppose you would have to take in... » Read More All I can say is that my dog is a 15lb Shih Tzu and he fits into the (Large) bed comfortably with plenty of space to move around and from what I have experienced with my dog is that he takes up minimal space in the bed because he curls himself up into a fetal position and tends to sleep that way, but he has plenty of room to stretch out if he desires to do so as well. This Large bed fits in a corner of my bedroom comfortably, while providing my dog's needs as well. I hope that was helpful, as your dog is only 5lbs heavier than mine, Isuppose you would have to take in consideration the width and size of your dog. My dog is about the size of the dog pictured in the bed. « Show Less
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Yes, I usually sleep on my side and it is comfortable enough. Now, I only use this one or two nights a week so I can't speak for using this as a main bed.
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Yes, we have bought multiple beds and eventually this happens to all of them. It doesn't bother my terrier though, I think since terriers like to burrow themselves.
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Not really...your dog would have room to move around for sure. We put our two dogs (20 lbs, 14lbs) inside and they have only room to sit or stand..they can't lay down inside without sitting on each other. Your dog would be comfy I would think..plus room for toys, etc. Hope that helps!
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Ours sleeps in his at night. I put Timothy Hay inside on one half and in the back he has a soft bed with a pillow that he loves.
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Not sure but have you tried putting the dog house itself where he does nap just to get him use to it. Another suggestion is to take the roof off until he does get use to it. I had to do that with one of my dogs. She wanted to make sure she could see out. She was a rescue dog and was shut up for most of the day and night. It took a bit but when she finally realized she could come and go as she wants she accepted the dog house and I was able to put the roof on it.
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The bed stays cool and you would be suprised on how much your dog will love this product. My Great Dane is very picky about where he sleeps, this dog bed was the only way I could get him off my bed. I suggest you try it out, if he is addement on still trying to sleep on the 500 thread count then you can get it fit on the bed itself by a tailor.
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We haven't had a problem with the sides wearing out. Although ours doesn't stand that much on them. She is relaxed and sits or curls up and goes to sleep. Enjoy!
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I don't think so. They also make larger ones you may want to try. I have 2 Shih Tzu's 14 and 16 lbs. They get half of one each night.
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Yes! My Chocolate Lab used to be a fluff and scratch, circle around 10 times before laying down. Now? He just walks on and "plop". . .asleep!