Why does your dog chew their bed? 5 ways to save your favorite piece of furniture 🐾
You choose the perfect shade of bouclé, match the texture to your interior, lay the bed on the floor and... see your dog start treating it like the biggest chew toy around. Before you decide that your new home design investment will soon turn into a pile of loose threads, take a deep breath. Chewing on the bed is usually a dog's way of communicating, not malice.
We'll explain what's behind this behavior and how to make sure your textiles stay in pristine condition.
1. Too much excitement and "dog boredom"
This is the most common reason. If your dog hasn't burned off energy on a walk or during a sniffing game, they'll start looking for something to do at home. A bed, with its softness and protruding edges, becomes the perfect target.
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The solution: Before bringing a new bed into the living room, make sure your dog has an active walk. A tired dog is a dog that wants to sleep on the bed, not fight with it.
2. Chewing as a way to relieve stress
Chewing and gnawing are natural ways for dogs to lower their stress levels. If there have been changes in your life, your dog may be trying to calm down by chewing on textiles.
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The solution: Offer your dog an alternative – a natural chew toy. Let them associate chewing with something other than the edge of the bed.
3. Puppy teeth (and not just in puppies)
In young dogs, this is a growth stage; in older dogs, it can sometimes be a habit. Itchy gums make corduroy or bouclé particularly tempting to them.
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The solution: During this period, a dog blanket works wonders. Placed on the bed, it serves as an extra protective layer that is easier to keep an eye on.
4. Fabric choice matters
Thin, mesh-like fabrics give way at the first strong tug. At Pieski Dwa, we opt for upholstery fabrics with higher resistance. Our thick-weave corduroy or plush bouclé will withstand more, giving your dog comfort and you peace of mind. From our own observations, faux fur fabrics and beds without "prominent edges" are less likely to be chosen for tearing.
5. The rescue plan: Just the cover
We know that accidents happen – especially with young, energetic dogs. As a premium brand, we promote a less waste approach. If your cover suffers in a battle with teeth (or you simply want to refresh the look of your living room after years of intensive use), you can buy just the cover from us.
This is a solution our customers love:
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You don't have to buy a whole new bed.
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You can freely change the style (e.g., from bouclé to faux fur) while keeping the same insert.
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It's pure savings and a nod to durability.
How to save the situation? (Tip from Pieski Dwa)
If you see your dog starting to take an interest in the edge of the bed, calmly redirect their attention to a toy. It's also worth rewarding your dog for lying calmly on the bed. Add a toy, rope, or natural chew toy. Also remember that the right texture – like our soft faux fur – often has a soothing effect on dogs and encourages them to sleep instead of play.
Is your dog a chewing fanatic or an oasis of calm? If you need help choosing the most resistant fabric or want to refresh your bed with a new cover – write to us!