Bulldog Bedding Basics When it comes time to provide bedding or a DOG bed for your favorite pooch, there are several things to consider. The most important issue to start with is comfort for your bulldog. While such a task may seem simple, it can be a bit more complicated than merely finding an old blanket for your bulldog to lie on. Chihuahuas, because of their size, are often treated like babies, but they actually do have something in common with human babies. Chihuahuas are born with a "molera", also known as a soft spot, on their heads, exactly like a human baby. Usually the soft spot closes as the dog matures. Is your bulldog an inside or outside bulldog? For both scenarios, and depending on the weather in your area, and the season, a simple bulldoggie pillow, (you can find a great one at http://www.scrooby.com ), may be perfectly adequate and comfortable for your bulldog. Still, you must also take into consideration the age of your bulldog. In mild weather, a simple, padded, rectangular pillow should suffice for your bulldog. Such bedding may come stuffed with cedar chips, foam pieces or some other cotton or wool materials. During inclement weather, make sure your outside bulldog has shelter from rain, snow and cold winds. While adult dalmations are covered in cute black spots, dalmation puppies are actually born solid white. Their spots don't show up until they are at least a week old. Sometimes not until they are a month old. Doggie beds are also an option, especially for smaller DOG breeds, as they like to 'nest'. The raised sides of wicker, or even a cardboard box, provide an added sense of security for them. These days, DOG beds are also being designed like human furniture, and come in shapes like armchairs and sofas, but you'll pay a little extra for these. When shopping for bulldog bedding, take cleaning into consideration. Try to find bedding that comes with a removable cover, or bedding that can be soaked on occasion without ruining its shape and texture. The largest breed of dog that is recognized by the American Kennel Club is the Irish Wolfhound, which stands thirty to 30 to 35 inches at the top of the shoulders and weighs 105 to 125 pounds. Depending on your bulldog's size and preferences, you may have to experiment a bit before finding a bed that your bulldog will like, and use, but your bulldog's comfort and happiness is worth the effort. Part of the reason that basset hounds have such a unique look is that the British purposely bred basset hounds to have short legs, so that hunters could keep up with them. Unfortunate this has caused the breed to be prone to leg/joint problems.