For every $1 you donate to Retrieving Independence through our checkout, we’ll chip in $2 more on this #GivingTuesday.
Having trouble deciding whether your Best Friend needs an Orthopedic Bed or a Performance Pad to accompany their Gunner Kennel? Let’s take a look at the two dog beds side by side, and see what they have to offer.
Before diving in, here is the TL;DR:
While both products have a precisely tailored fit for your G1™ Kennel, it’s important to note some of the key differences between the two, specifically their thickness and materials they’re made from. The Performance Pad is 3/4″ thick, shock-absorbent, completely weatherproof, and is easily cleaned with a hose or power washer. The Orthopedic Bed, on the other hand, is made up of two inches of Viscoelastic memory foam and has a water-resistant ballistic nylon cover, which is removed from the memory foam for cleaning.
The Gunner Orthopedic Bed, like our kennel, was developed to protect and enrich your best friend’s quality of life. It does so by providing preventive support, increased blood flow, temperature regulation, and better sleep for your canine companion.
Our bed uses the same high-quality, Viscoelastic memory foam that is found in high-end human mattresses in tandem with high-density support foam to evenly distribute your dog’s weight and relieve the pressure from their joints. This is the same technology used by Veterinarians for post-operation surgery recovery because, by evenly distributing the dog’s weight, key pressure points are relieved, which allows for nutrient-rich blood flow back to areas that promote quick healing and faster recovery.
The support they receive also allows your companion to recover without inflaming pressure points, giving their limbs a chance to rest comfortably above the kennel’s rotomolded surface — helping protect against general aches and pains, joint discomfort, arthritis, hip dysplasia, and more.
Finally, those two inches of foam are gel-infused to keep your dog better regulate their temperature, helping them stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. To top it all off, the bed is encased in a removable 1680 Denier-Rated ballistic nylon cover, that happens to utilize the same Kevlar thread used to make bulletproof vests. This ensures maximum seam strength for maximum tear resistance along with easy cleaning after extended use.
While many joint and arthritis cases are genetic, another significant factor in these cases is overuse. Working and sporting dogs, in particular, endure more wear and tear than the average dog, and the best thing for them after a hard day’s work is to have a comfortable place to relax and relieve pressure from their joints. However, those workdays in the field more often than not mean a dirty companion. That’s where the Performance Pad shines.
This 3/4″ thick, shock-absorbent cushion is both waterproof and odor-resistant, meaning your companion can load up for the trip home in comfort without having to worry about the repercussions to the pad.
Be sure to check out this video from Sam Wells, where he highlights the differences between these two products and the different ways he uses them!
Interested in reading more? Check out our blog on The Science Behind a Proper Kennel Fit.
COMPANY
5 Star Crash Test Rated Customer Stories Direct To Customer GUNNER Match Campaign Careers Our Core Values Pledge 1% CompanyEXPERIENCE
Our Story Thank You, Gunner Customer Gallery Kennel Testimonials Pack Blog Videos #GunnerEffect 12 Days of GUNNER5207 Linbar Drive, Suite 704 | Nashville, TN 37211 | info@gunner.com.
© Edmonds Outdoors, LLC. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy Terms Patents
ADDED. COMPLETE YOUR SETUP
FOOD CRATE NAME PLATE
ADD TO COMPLETE YOUR SETUP
FOOD CRATE NAME PLATE
Looking for your previous results?
Sign in to view saved Fit recommendations
EXTERIOR
|INTERIOR
INTERIOR: 21.75" (L - Floor) x 14.5" (W - Floor) x 15.5" (H) / 16.5" (W) at kennel's widest interior point
EXTERIOR: 24.5" (L) x 18.625" (W) x 19" (H) / 20.5" (H) with carry handles
EMPTY WEIGHT: 27 lb.
EXTERIOR
|INTERIOR
INTERIOR: 25" (L - Floor) x 18" (W - Floor) x 19.75" (H) / 19" (W) at kennel's widest interior point
EXTERIOR: 29.5" (L) x 20.5" (W) x 23.5" (H) / 25" (H) with carry handles
EMPTY WEIGHT: 38 lb.
EXTERIOR
|INTERIOR
INTERIOR: 30" (L - Floor) x 18" (W - Floor) x 25" (H) / 19" (W) at kennel's widest interior point
EXTERIOR: 34" (L) x 23" (W) x 28.5" (H) / 30" (H) with carry handles
EMPTY WEIGHT: 48 lb.
EXTERIOR
|INTERIOR
INTERIOR: 33.25" (L - Floor) x 21" (W - Floor) x 29" (H) / 23" (W) at kennel's widest interior point
EXTERIOR: 40.25" (L) x 28" (W) x 33.25" (H) / 34.5" (H) with carry handles
EMPTY WEIGHT: 72 lb.
Interior | Exterior | Empty Weight | |
---|---|---|---|
G1™ SMALL | 21.75" (L - Floor) x 14.5" (W - Floor) x 15.5" (H) / 16.5" (W) at kennel's widest interior point | 24.5" (L) x 18.625" (W) x 19" (H) / 20.5" (H) with carry handles | 27 lb. |
G1™ MEDIUM | 25" (L - Floor) x 18" (W - Floor) x 19.75" (H) / 19" (W) at kennel's widest interior point | 29.5" (L) x 20.5" (W) x 23.5" (H) / 25" (H) with carry handles | 38 lb. |
G1™ INTERMEDIATE | 30" (L - Floor) x 18" (W - Floor) x 25" (H) / 19" (W) at kennel's widest interior point | 34" (L) x 23" (W) x 28.5" (H) / 30" (H) with carry handles | 48 lb. |
G1™ LARGE | 33.25" (L - Floor) x 21" (W - Floor) x 29" (H) / 23" (W) at kennel's widest interior point | 40.25" (L) x 28" (W) x 33.25" (H) / 34.5" (H) with carry handles | 72 lb. |
Sign in to save your recommendation
Your result has been saved! You need to be logged in to your account to see your saved recommendations
Your returned results have been sent to our Customer Experience team. We'll be in touch as soon as possible to talk through your fit recommendation.
Your request has been sent to our Customer Experience team. We'll be in touch as soon as possible to talk through your fit recommendation.
You will need a soft measuring tape, your dog, and 2 minutes to find your perfect fit.
Tip: If you don't have a soft measuring tape, use a piece of string or a leash then compare.
Measure from base of tail to end of nose, keeping the tape along the spine.
Still need help measuring? Watch our video here.
Still need help measuring? Watch our video here.
GUNNER is the original 5 Star Crash Tested kennel, per the Center For Pet Safety. We created this crate specifically for transportation and that factors into our fit recommendations. In the best interest of your dog, we advise a snug fit for safe travel. If choosing the GUNNER crate for home kenneling, simply slide the toggle above to the right to see the best size.
When primarily used for travel, we always recommend a tight fit in the GUNNER kennel. This protects the dog in the case of an accident: the less wasted interior space the better. Think about it like this – if you’re hitting the brakes too hard, or get into a wreck, you’d rather that your dog have less room to move around inside the kennel. Many customers have also found that their dog feels more secure when traveling in a tighter area too.
For further explanation on this point, let Seth Bynum, a Veterinarian, break it down for you.
For further explanation on this point, let Seth Bynum, a Veterinarian, break it down for you.
Check out the below visual. When the door is closed, the proper fit for safe travel could mean that your dog:
• Is curled
• Paws are tucked
• Rump/tail is resting against the back
Here’s another look for how your dog might look in a crate sized for safe travel, when the door is open:
Dog Name
Dog Name
Dog Name