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 Watch out for creative puppies August 13, 2008
Brian L. Whitworth
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have an 8 month old Lab pup who is usually too warm during the day. He slept on the bathroom tile before we got this bed a week ago. He was gradually using the Cool Bed more and more.
Then, he thought it would be amusing to pull the stopper out. He put his head under the corner of the bed, found the tab, removed the stopper, and let loose about a gallon of water. Fortunately, I was home at the time and heard the sound.
I called the manufacturer and they are sending a new stopper for free. Apparently this doesn't happen often. After putting everything back in place, we will probably put Bitter Apple or Bitter Yuck on the stopper.
One other note on this bed. The instructions say "Now pull open the air adjustment valve and gently work as much air out as you can, using sweeping motions across the Cool Bed III with your hands. Sweep the air towards the valve allowing the air to expel from the bed." That is tedious on the large bed. Instead, I used a metal broom handle laid flat to get the air out. You don't need to apply much pressure, and you catch all of the air in a couple of sweeps. It's far faster than using your hands.
Cool bed gave instant relief! August 9, 2008
AACAnita
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
We bought the large Cool Bed lll K&H Large Cool Bed 3 for our almost 11 year old labrador retriever. He was having respiratory difficulty, frequent rapid panting, and subsequently was diagnosed with laryngeal paralysis LP). I would wake at night and hear him panting. He was clearly uncomfortable, standing, panting, constantly repositioning himself in his old bed or on the wood floor. The first night we set up the Cool Bed and ever since, he has slept through the night. Hot weather is always the worst for LP, and the Cool Bed has allowed him to be comfortable through the summer and has delayed his need for surgery. This water bed made such a difference that a week later we order the medium size Cool Bed for our 16 1/2 year old Terrier/cockapoo X. He has arthritis and old age breathing, snoring, and coughing issues at night. We do not usually rave about or believe in anything that suggests a "quick fix" - but, honestly, I have not been awakened by our little canine hacking or coughing since sleeping on his Cool Bed. And, though blind and going deaf, he still runs up and down the stairs like a puppy!
These beds were easy to set up. We filled a bucket with the recommended amount of water, and used a funnel to gradually pour it into the bed. I set a towel under the spout. Use your hand to run it through the bed as you add it. The most challenging part for me was turning it over, but if you roll it as suggested in the instructions, it wasn't too difficult. I did go back and order the fitted sheets for the beds - and, in the future would order them at the same time as the bed. I think that they are more comfortable and sanitary for the dogs. If I had any suggestions for the product, it would be to include one fitted sheet with the bed. Overall, great bed; it really does help a dog with arthritis, aging bones, and respiratory issues! I was tempted to curl up on the large one myself!
 LOVE this new Cool Bed III !!! September 21, 2008
C. Connelly
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought a "Canine Cooler" for my dog about 5 years ago, and unlike most people - had no problems with puncturing until 2 weeks ago. My dog LOVED her bed, so I searched for a new cool-bed and came across this one. I ordered from this seller and received promptly. This bed seems to be much more robust and of better quality than my old Canine Cooler. The outside material is stronger and it seems to be much cooler and remain that way even when my furry girl lays on it throughout the night. I also LOVED the extra air valve - in addition to the water-filling valve - this was a simple but ingenious addition that the canine cooler does not have. I found it extremely difficult to expel the air out of the same water valve of my dog's old bed - with the Cool Bed III - this is no problem at all. I also followed the suggestion of another reviewer and used a broom handle to run it across the entire width of the bed to remove the air pockets -which was EXTREMELY helpful!! Another reviewer said the bed was too heavy - make sure to follow instructions and fill it where you will keep it. Overall, it didn't seem too heavy to pull along the carpet. I don't think it's meant to transport by carrying or the inner core may bunch up as another reviewer said. I didn't notice any problems in this way, when I followed all instructions to turn the bed over, etc. When I threw my dog's old bed away she looked concerned; the instant I put her new bed down I had to coax her off of it while I filled it. She has been in heaven ever since...it is larger and fits her entire length; it is much softer and cooler than her old bed. Hopefully, the Cool Bed III lasts for several years, but for the quality and half the price as the other beds, so far we are thoroughly happy!
not too bad August 9, 2008
kathy (cave creek, az)
My dogs use it which makes me happy. It isn't too cold but I think that's b/c the water I used, wasn't cold either (hard to find cold tap water in AZ during the months of July and August.) I will empty it and re-fill it in Oct. when I can get some good cold water in it and see if that makes a difference. I like it though.
cool dog times 2 August 9, 2008
Sand man (Canton, Ohio)
Set up is a little bit of a hassle, but simply put, both of my Newfoundlands LOVE their cool bed and that is all I care about!!!!
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