It may seem like an obvious solution, in that your pet will have a dog crate bed when you go traveling together. That may be inevitable if you’re going by plane, since the dog will have to fly in cargo, in a crate. But taking your wheels would open other possibilities for the sleeping arrangements. You might want to pack a pet dog bed to take with you, provided it’s not too bulky and doesn’t take up much room in the midst of all your other gear.

Making the bed compact is important with your limited space. One possibility is a small dog bed you can roll up and slip into a fabric pack, the same as a sleeping bag. These durable beds are machine washable too, which would take care of the wear and tear from traveling. A fold-up dog bed is another option for compact beds. This sort of bed is usually made of several foam panels that can be opened out into a comfortable mattress at night, and then folded back into a small bundle. It usually has a strap or handle, so you can carry it to your next destination.

Or you may prefer to lodge your dog on a pet dog bed that more closely resemble an actual bed. Consider a cot, for example, with a sturdy plastic or metal frame. Not only can it be put together and taken apart fairly quickly, but it can even be more comfortable if you’re in a tent where the ground underneath might be cold, uneven and have things jutting up. This is a bit of dog bed furniture that can fit any lodging situation, allowing air circulation underneath in hot weather. As another bonus, this kind of bed provides extra support for older or arthritic dogs.

But you may decide that you don’t really need a special pet dog bed at all. Instead, you can have a dog crate bed, where your pet’s daytime traveling crate doubles up in the night as a bed. Many dogs will welcome this, as it gives them an extra sense of security in a strange place. Yet most often they’ll likely be unconcerned about where they’ll sleep, and simply be happy to be along for the ride. You can choose among all the different options and make their sleeping arrangements as comfortable and accommodating as your own.

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