Buddy Beds is now bringing memory foam to orthopedic dog beds and orthopedic pet beds!

Better Health         Better Sleep         Better Dog Bed

Memory foam is the ultimate pressure-relieving material. A breakthrough in sleep technology that will forever change the way your beloved Buddy sleeps. The revolutionary material began with NASA developing memory foam to relieve the tremendous g-forces experienced by astronauts during re-entry.

Buddy Beds orthopedic memory foam dog beds are crafted using the same technology as that used for memory foam mattresses. The 'open-celled' composition and temperature sensitivity allow for the best balance between comfort and support available. The memory foam in our orthopedic dog bed reacts to your dog's body temperature and weight to conform exactly  to every curve and angle. By reacting to a very specific range of temperatures, the memory foam becomes soft where you want it -- and firm where you need it. Supporting your dog's body in perfect alignment! Buddy Beds memory foam dog beds have improved the quality of life for dogs and cats with: Hip or elbow dysplasia Canine arthritis Joint problems Large breeds Older dogs Don't forget our younger Dog Buddys too, our memory foam dog bed provides excellent preventative care. Memory foam helps younger dog joints to age well.

All Medium and Large Buddy Beds have 2 inches of 5lb memory foam supported by 3 inches of support foam -- for a total of 5 deep inches of comfort and support. Why do we use support foam? If we only used memory foam --your dog would eventually sink to the floor creating a pressure point!

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Why Memory Foam for Orthopedic Dog Beds?

Hospitals and burn units for YEARS have used memory foam for us humans. For humans, pressure points create bed sores. So just think what those painful pressure points are doing to your beloved Buddy!

It is like a push and shove match. In a traditional dog bed with traditional materials, the dog's hips, elbows, shoulders are pushing down on the dog bed, and the dog bed is shoving back equally as hard -- creating a pressure point that cuts off circulation preventing blood flow through the joint.

It is just like oil in a car, the blood flowing through the joint as your Buddy sleeps or lays upon their dog bed, lubricates the joint. Memory foam eliminates all painful pressure points allows the blood to continuously lubricate the joint.

You will see as your dog uses their orthopedic dog bed, they will not be as stiff and sore in the mornings after sleeping. These pressure points build up, and that is why people, and our pets, toss and turn to get away from the pressure build up. But even, with turning over, the pressure points soon build up again.

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There Really are Differences in the Quality of Memory Foams!
What does this mean?

Memory foam is graded by density. All foam is defined by a series of numbers that reflect the weight and compression ratios of a square foot of foam. Most common in the industry for testing purposes, is a piece of foam 4" X 12" X 12 feet square. Precision equipment is used in determining these ratios.

Memory foam is graded by density. It is stated in terms of "lbs". The higher the number - the better quality and firmer the memory foam will be.

Common Memory Foam on the market today:

• 3lb. density - this is an inferior quality, but often loses it's memory over time. Many cheaper memory foam dog beds use this foam - that is what keeps their cost down.
  


• 4lb. density - if you have a memory foam topper on your bed -- it is most likely a 4 lb. density
  


• 5lb. density - this is the highest quality available in the market. It is the firmest of the memory foams. This is the only quality memory foam Buddy Beds uses for our orthopedic memory foam dog beds! And. . .Buddy Beds uses a non-toxic memory foam. We have the certifications to prove it.
  
  

Orthopedic memory foam molds and contours to your Buddy's body, completely eliminating those painful pressure points which cut off circulation. That's what makes Buddy Beds the ultimate orthopedic dog bed!

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Then Why Do Other Memory Foam Dog Beds Cost Less Than Buddy Beds Memory Foam Dog Beds?

There are a number of reasons.

Did you know that some memory foam manufacturers can take the scrap or defective memory foam and re-grind the memory foam? This reground memory foam is a ridiculously inexpensive, cut rate memory foam that some dog bed manufacturers use to keep the price so low.

But just as in all things when you cut corners, this memory foam does not last. Over time is begins to crumble and disintegrate. They may 'guarentee' their dog beds - we guarentee you will need to use that guarentee. Yet, more importantly, during the time your dog is using this inferior memory foam dog bed -- they are not receiving the support and comfort they need (and deserve) had you had put them a quality grade memory foam dog bed.

Here are some other ways:

This is interesting quote from an article on how memory foam manufacturers can cut corners:

"Now a word of caution. When you are researching memory foam, you need to be careful what foam you buy. In my research into memory foam suppliers, I was horrified at the different insider stories I heard, such as manufacturers putting inexpensive fillers (like sand, etc.) into foam to save money, rather than using the more expensive materials used in making true memory foam."

"I also was cautioned about manufacturers who unload bad pours of foam on unsuspecting customers in order to recoup their costs in pouring this foam." . . and . . ."And, like all things, if the price seems too good, it may well be an indication that something isn't right and the foam may not be up to the advertised specifications."



Read the whole article on: Quality Shortcuts Memory Foam Manufacturers Can Take

Remember, there are definite reasons that certain memory foam dog beds cost so little.

Many have attemped to duplicate our orthopedic memory foam dog beds - yet, none have replicated our dog beds.

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Don't be Fooled by Other 'Orthopedic' Dog Beds
That Do Not Use True Memory Foam!

Orthopedic dog beds are HOT right now -- everyone calls their dog bed 'orthopedic'. But is it truly orthopedic? Memory foam is the only material know to man that completely eliminates ALL painful pressure points.

These materials are NOT memory foam and do not provide the orthopedic qualities of real slow recovery visco-elastic memory foam:

• Shredded memory foam!!!
• High memory fiber fill
• Egg crate foam
• Convoluted foam
• Medical grade hospital foam
• 'High density' foam (what is that?)
• Foam chips
• Recycled fiber
• Batting
• Cedar
• Polyester fiber

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It is Important to Confirm the Memory Foam in Your Orthopedic Dog Bed is CERTIFIED Non-Toxic!

Buddy Beds Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Beds uses a CERTIFIED safe, non-toxic memory foam, unlike many of our "warehouse" and "discount" imitators - that is how they keep the price so low. Buddy Beds memory foam is certified NOT to contain harmful chemicals or to 'offgas' harmful gases.

Buddy Beds uses a safe, non-toxic memory foam which is a more expensive memory foam. (Read more about our factory in the section below). Our memory foam is certified non-toxic. If you have a question if the memory foam being used is non-toxic -- ask for the certification of the memory foam. Many are claiming their memory foam to be non-toxic - but it needs to be certified. Ask specifically who is certifing the memory foam. It needs to be certifed by a reputable, recognizable, governmental authority. Anyone can claim their memory foam is non-toxic -- but it needs to be certified non-toxic. PERIOD.

In this difficult economy, we are see lots of large corporations, who specialties are other things, get into the 'dog bed business' because they know we love our dogs and will spend money to give them the qualtiy of life they deserve -- regardless of the economy. It is well known that the pet products business is considered 'recession proof', and for that reason and could be a lucrative venture. Sadly, there is not the concern for quality but the desire for profitabilty -- and we are seeing many of the 'wholesale' or 'discount' dog bed manufacturers cut corners.

Ask these 'wholesale' dog bed companies how long they have been making memory foam dog beds. . .and, do they make other memory foam products than dog beds? If so, do they use the same memory foam in all their products?

Here is interesting quote from an article on how memory foam manufacturers can cut corners: "I also was cautioned about manufacturers who unload bad pours of foam on unsuspecting customers in order to recoup their costs in pouring this foam." . . and . . ."And, like all things, if the price seems too good, it may well be an indication that something isn't right and the foam may not be up to the advertised specifications."

Read the whole article on: Quality Shortcuts Memory Foam Manufacturers Can Take

Buddy Beds was the first memory foam dog bed manufacturer in the pet market. All we make is Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Beds - nothing else. We contine to be a family owned business who consider our pets to be members of our families. Our reputation has been built on quality, safety, comfort, and customer service. We would never, ever sell a product that could be harmful.

Here is a link to our Mission Statement: Buddy Bed's Mission Statement.
And. . .Please read our testimonials: Happy Customers



Want to read how "wholesale" and "discount" memory foam manufacturers can cut corners?:
Not All Memory Foam is Created Equal - Quality Shortcuts Memory Foam Manufacturers Can Take

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Is it True That Memory Foam Made in the USA is a Better Quality and Safer Memory Foam?

This is a statement made by some dog bed manufacturers; however, it is not necessary true. Like all things, there are good overseas factories which sell a superior product, and then there are inferior factories that do in fact cut corners.

We at Buddy Beds could make our dog beds with memory foam made in the USA - yet, here is why we do not.

Buddy Beds has been fortunate enough to enter into a partnership with one of the largest, most respected baby products company. Our memory foam comes from the factory that only makes memory foam for baby products (and us). We want the same safety and security we offer our babies . . .for our dogs as well.

The factory we work with has been certified to produce a safe, non-toxic product. The factory is audited and approved by Bureau Veritas, an accredited third party testing laboratory approved by the U.S. Government (CPSIA Act of 2008). This factory is audited once a year by Bureau Veritas as mandated by Babies R Us, as they manufacture BRU branded products.

The key requirements in these audits are:

• Facilities
• Organization
• Production and quality
• Safety compliance testing
• Working conditions

In addition, our memory foam complies to CA 117 Flammability and CPSIA Phthalate requirements.

Interestingly, much of the memory foam manufactured in the USA does not live up to these exacting standards. So don't be fooled, just because it is made in the USA doesn't necessarily mean it is a high quality memory foam.

Working with this respected Chinese factory allows us to buy a superior memory foam at a reasonable price. So rest assured, our memory foam contains no components or chemicals that could pose a health hazard to your dog!

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What about 'Wholesale' or 'Discount' Memory Foam Dog Beds?
How are They Different from Buddy Beds Memory Foam Dog Beds?
I Could Be Saving Money.

Well, first of all, you do not save money if the memory foam dog bed does not last!
If you need to replace your memory foam dog bed over and over - ultimately you will actually spend more money in the long run than had you just initailly purchased a quality bed known to last for the lifetime of your dog.

You need to ask yourself, why do they cost less? Remember the old adage -- You get exactly what you pay for.

Buddy Beds uses a safe, non-toxic memory foam which is a more expensive memory foam. (Read more about our factory in the section above). Our memory foam is certified non-toxic. If you have a question if the memory foam being used is non-toxic -- ask for the certification of the memory foam. It needs to be certified by a reputable, recognizable, governmental authority. Anyone can claim their memory foam is non-toxic -- but it needs to be certified non-toxic. PERIOD.

We use the finest waterproof fabric for our liners. Believe us, not all 'waterproof' fabric is truly waterproof. Sadly, one incontinent accident could destroy your investment in a memory foam dog bed.

Lastly, there is a wide range of quality in the fabrics that may be used for the dog bed cover. We buy only the finest fabrics, then rigously test all fabrics to be assured they will be durable, washable, non-shrinking, non-pilling, easy to remove dog hair, and importantly -- they will last washing after washing.

You want your dog bed to provide a safe, non-hazardous, non-toxic enviroment for your beloved dog.

Buddy Beds, we were one of the first to make orthopedic memory foam dog beds. We have won numerous national awards and the prestigous Animal Wellness Seal of Approval which confirm that our dog beds are of the quality we claim, last for years, and they work!

Many have attemped to duplicate our orthopedic memory foam dog beds - yet, none have replicated our dog beds.

Want to read how "wholesale" and "discount" memory foam manufacturers can cut corners?:
Not All Memory Foam is Created Equal - Quality Shortcuts Memory Foam Manufacturers Can Take

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Why is Supporting Foam Necessary?

Why do we use supporting foam under the memory foam? If we just used memory foam alone, the longer your dog is on the bed -- the deeper he/she would sink into the memory foam -- ultimately hitting the floor creating a pressure point. This is known as "bottoming out".

The supporting foam prevents your Buddy from dropping down to the floor. Not all memory foam dog beds take this expensive, but critical and essential, step. Make sure your memory foam dog bed has support foam to prevent harmful bottoming out.

We know that you are investing in an expensive pet bed and we want it to last. Buddy Beds Orthopedic Memory Foamd Dog Beds are different, and better. . . and yes, worth the price. Finally, a dog bed that lasts for years.

And we would do anything for our Buddy's comfort!

Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten. Buddy Beds strives to construct the premier quality orthopedic dog bed on the market- not the cheapest!

That is why Buddy Beds are the ultimate quality memory foam dog bed.

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Dog World Magazine named Buddy Beds - "The Rolls Royce of Dog Beds"

Buddy Beds Voted Best Dog Bed - Pet Age Magazine 2008

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