The IKEA Find People Are Hacking Into The Perfect Pet Bed
Pets are part of the family, period. And just like us humans, they deserve a comfy place to curl up and doze off. For some pet parents, that might mean splurging on a human-sized dog bed. However, for the creative crowd, it means taking a trip to IKEA (or its website) and scooping up the ever-versatile DUKTIG doll bed with bed linen set. Yup, that’s right — this doll bed can double as the cutest pet throne for small breeds.
One reviewer wrote, “Great for dolls up to 18″…BUT my little dog claimed it as his immediately!!!” Another one said, “My kitty loves it so far. I know it’s not meant to be a cat bed but it sure works great as one to keep it off the ground.” Sounds like four-legged approval to us. Oh, and did we mention it’s ideal for rabbits, too?
The bed is available to snag for $20, which isn’t too bad compared to other pet bed prices. It measures 20½ inches long by 14⅛ inches wide and stands 11¾ inches tall. While the weight capacity isn’t specified, a handful of reviewers vouched for its sturdy wooden build. As a bonus, it comes with an itty-bitty mattress and a machine-washable blanket.
Fun ways to personalize your IKEA doll-turned-pet bed
To be fair, this mini bed already looks charming as is. That said, you can also paint it to suit your decor style, which is key to keeping your house stylish when you have pets. Have it match your actual bed, or color the piece white so it blends seamlessly into the space. Then again, you could also pick a playful hue, like pink, green, or blue, to make it stand out.
Feeling extra? Add your furball’s name on the frame (easy to do with a paint pen) and maybe even include paw print stencils for added character. No worries if you’ve got more than one pet. Take a page from one reviewer, who had the genius idea of converting two of these IKEA pieces into a bunk bed for their cats.
Now, for the bedding part — it’s cute, but definitely on the thinner side. Your furry friend might appreciate a little extra cushiness, so feel free to top the existing mattress with something plusher. If you didn’t already know, most little floofs can snooze just fine on a 2-to-3-inch cushion. And finally, consider reusing old pillowcases the pet owner’s way and turning them into mini covers for the bed. This will make maintenance a much easier task.