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Lounger Dog Bed Ratings & Reviews -- Based
on Data From Over 140 Actual Owners
Page last
updated December 11, 2009.
What
You Need To Know
81% of actual owners included in our research say that
they are satisfied with their lounger dog bed. Buying a more expensive brand / model does not necessarily result in increased satisfaction. The different brands tend to
be similarly competitive.
Pros
Usually easy to clean; sides can provide some privacy for dog; usually lightweight
Cons
Often too thin / not enough padding; sides can be flimsy; mediocre durability
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What Is a Lounger Dog Bed?
A lounger dog bed is generally regarded as a bed with thin sides that surround most of it, leaving an opening from where the dog can easily enter and exit. A lounger gives a dog some privacy and sense of security. The dog may also be able to use the sides as a pillow.
About Our Research
Our research findings are based over 140 actual lounger dog bed owner reviews / comments collected from diverse sources including online message boards and product review sections on retailers' websites.
Lounger Dog Bed Ratings
Sample size: 140+ owners of various lounger dog bed brands and sizes.
84% |
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Fair-Good |
|
$49 |
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Fair-Good |
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Small-Medium |
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Good |
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Thin-Medium |
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Fair-Good |
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Indoor |
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Fair-Good |
|
Fair-Good |
Satisfaction
While the clear majority of owners are satisfied with their lounger dog bed, those who were not satisfied said the product was too small for their dog, too flimsy (in regard to the sides), not durable enough (gets chewed, torn, wears easily), and or too thin / not enough padding.
Durability
Owners indicate that durability / longevity for this type of dog bed is likely worse than average. Ownership length often is in terms of months, not years. An aggressive or moderate chewer could destroy the product quickly.
Average price paid
A slight majority of owners paid over $40 for their lounger dog bed, while the rest paid less than $40. A larger bed will cost more than a smaller bed.
Value
Given that they typically lack much padding and their durability is often not their strong point, value is considered by owners to be no better than fair to good.
Dog size
Lounger dog beds are used by all dog sizes, but mainly small and medium sized.
Ease of cleaning
Cleaning generally involves putting the entire bed into the washing machine or removing a washable cover.
Padding
These pet beds generally have thin padding, and this is a common complaint of owners.
Appearance
They often are available in a wide variety of colors or patterns.
Indoor / outdoor
Most owners use them for indoors.
Travel friendly
Their size and weight make them no better than a fair to good travel companion.
Lightweight
They tend to weigh less than other dog bed types because they often have less inside contents / filling.