Memory Foam Dog Bed for Crate

These dogs keep us busy and need a cozy spot to rest! We recently got a new memory foam mattress topper so decided to recycle the old one into new dog beds for their crates.

I used plywood, no rip utility fabric, fleece, memory foam, and a staple gun for this project.

 Measure the crate and cut the board, foam, and fabric to fit.

 Staple down the no rip fabric tightly to the board. This will hold the foam to the board.

 I cut a fleece blanket in half to cover two boards for both crates and stapled that down to finish it off. I didn't bother making the underside pretty because no one will see it (besides you, haha). 

She loves it already!

If you don't quite trust your dog in the crate if they aren't potty trained you could use waterproof fabric underneath and make the fleece similar to a pillowcase slip so it could be washed. 

Welcome to the Family!

Long time no see! Since we've spoken last, Jon and I have adopted another beautiful puppy, who I'd love for you to meet. I also started a little side project that they've inspired me to start! All, meet Athena Dean. Her mom was a Shepard Corgi mix, and we are unsure what else she is mixed with.

 We visited her and her sister at the local SPCA. We brought Haven along and she and Athena went together like peanut butter and jelly. Athena's sister got adopted the same day she did. When she first came home she stayed on the floor and off the couch with the family. Then, as time went on, she made her way to the ottoman, and then to our feet, and now she rests her head on our laps as she sleeps. It took some love and trust but she has found her forever home.

Haven and Athena love going to the dog park, sleeping in the bed, playing with each-other, and going on runs. Every time I put my shoes on and put on their harnesses they get so excited and smile so big. Oh, they also love car rides! This year, we even went to the Purina Pet Parade...

I made them flower crown collars for the parade and it turns out other pup parents love them, too! I started selling a few on Etsy but mostly make them because I love to make them. Dogs deserve a little extra attention sometimes :)

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