So I know what your asking, have you really tried these beds out? The short answer is Yes! I have owned Shih Tzus for many years from tiny to larger. Many of the beds they loved and some unlisted beds were good but not great which is why I only listed the very best beds for Shih Tzus.
You may be tempted to spoil your Shih Tzu because they’re just so darn cute, but did you know that they were originally bred to be royal lap warmers for Chinese emperors and their families? So a life of luxury may just be in their blood. These thickly coated Shih Tzus were sometimes carried inside the robes of noblewomen and were even used as bed warmers and placed at the feet of the emperors and empresses to generate heat. At times they were even used to keep the emperors’ feet warm.
Though you don’t need to pamper your dog to royal extremes to make them happy, you can still give them a pet bed worthy of royalty. Here are some of the best beds for a Shih Tzu to sleep on when they aren’t curled up in your lap—which we all know is the most comfortable place to nap.
Best Sofa Dog Bed:
Ultra Plush Astro Sofa Dog Bed
Tent Dog Bed:
Plush Pet Den Cozy Shih Tzu House
This is very similar to the last pet bed but allows more room and can fit both my Shih Tzus. Does your Shih Tzu like to do those little circles before laying down or burrow into your bed’s comforter to create their own little puppy fort? If you want to reclaim your own space, help them out by providing them with a comfortable place to call their own. This pet tent offers a warm cozy nook to curl up and relax in and can be easily washed and folded up for travel.
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Best Shih Tzu Warm Bed:
Self Warming Pet Bed
Obviously perfect during the winter or if your us we turn down the AC at night and they either need pet pajamas or a nice warm pet bed like this one. I decided to buy this bed for my male Shih Tzu when he had outgrown his first bed and he loves it. He takes his toys into the bed with him and hides them on the sides so no one can get them lol. He thinks it is the best thing ever! The bed came exactly as describe and is super soft. It does not make any noise when he moves around in it and forms to him when he’s sleeping. This bed is definitely worth the buy.
This pet bed is perfect if you notice your Shih Tzu tends to be cold at night. The insulating fabric, filled with recycled materials, uses your pet’s own body heat to create lasting warmth and is perfect for cold weather months or air-conditioned nights.
There’s no sweeter time than winter to snuggle in a warm bed, and that’s true for our dogs as well. Actually, since dogs spend more time sleeping — after all, few have to worry about getting to work or paying the bills — there’s a case to be made that cozy beds are even more important to dogs than they are to people. But while most people, at least in North America, still sleep on mattresses and box springs, the choices aren’t so simple for dogs. In fact, dog beds include options similar to those offered for people, from familiar brands such as Serta and Tempurpedic — possibly so people who don’t want to share their beds won’t feel guilty. When it comes to dog beds, though, choices that mimic human beds are only the beginning.
How do you choose the best bed for your dog? It depends on the dog, of course. While he’s not able to speak up about his “sleep number” or his fondness for firm over plush, you can get an idea of what will suit your pooch best by evaluating his size, age and habits. Think also about what you need from a dog bed and how much you are willing and able to spend, and you’ll be able to come up with the perfect pick.
And that’s important because even if you share your bed with your dog, there will be times when you don’t want to. If your pet has a great bed of his own, banishment won’t be so bad for either of you.
