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Donut / Bagel Dog Bed Ratings & Reviews -- Based
on Data From Over 300 Actual Owners
Page last
updated December 2009.
What
You Need To Know
94% of actual owners included in our research say that
they are satisfied with their donut / bagel dog bed. These dog beds are virtually tied with orthopedic dog beds for highest in satisfaction. Brands tend to
be similarly competitive.
Pros
Supportive sides; generally durable; can be suitable for all sizes of dogs
Cons
Too thin / not enough padding in some cases; fairly pricey; not easiest dog bed to wash; usually not travel friendly
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What Is a Donut / Bagel Dog Bed?
Donut / bagel dog beds get their name from the fact that they resemble a donut or bagel. They have a bolster support around the entire perimeter, allowing dogs to curl up or have something to lay up against. There is also usually padding in the middle.
About Our Research
Our research findings are based on at least 300 actual donut / bagel dog bed owner reviews / comments collected from diverse sources including online message boards and product review sections on retailers' websites.
Donut / Bagel Dog Bed Ratings
Sample size: 300+ owners of various donut / bagel brands and sizes.
94% |
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Good |
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$61 |
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Good |
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All |
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Fair-Good |
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Medium-Thick |
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Good |
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Indoor |
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Poor-Fair |
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Fair |
Satisfaction
While the vast majority of owners are satisfied with their donut dog bed, those who were not satisfied said the product was too small for their dog, not durable enough (gets chewed, torn, wears easily), and or too thin / not enough padding.
Durability
Owners say that these dog beds tend to have good overall durability / longevity. An aggressive or moderate chewer, however, could destroy the product quickly.
Average price paid
Most owners say that they paid less than $75. The larger the bed the more expensive it will be.
Value
Given their comfort, reasonable durability and moderate price, the product is generally considered by owners to be a solid value.
Dog size
Donut dog beds are used by all dog sizes.
Ease of cleaning
Owner reviews on this issue are mixed. Cleaning generally involves putting the entire bed into the washing machine or removing one or more covers for washing.
Padding
These pet beds generally have substantial padding. However, a lack of adequate padding or enough quality padding is a complaint of some owners.
Appearance
They often are available in a wide variety of colors, designs and styles.
Indoor / outdoor
Most owners use them for indoors, but waterproof outdoor models are available.
Travel friendly
Their size and weight make them generally poor for travel.
Lightweight
Given their amount of padding and heavier, quality material, they tend to weigh more than many other pet bed types.