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My dog tears beds. Is sleeping on a blanket safe for his joints?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old | 53.7 lbs

My pet has torn all his beds and now sleeps on a blanket or a bedsheet. I hope that won't cause any joint problems in the long run? It seems that he is comfortable sleeping this way. Is it safe?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on February 24th, 2020

Yes, it is safe for him to sleep on this bedding. Once he is through his chewing and destructive phase, he can have a normal bed. You wan to be sure to keep him safe and remove any bedding he wants to tear up so that he does not get an intestinal blockage. I hope this helps.

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