How Often Should a Dog Bed Be Disinfected?

Generally disinfect the dog bed every week to prevent bacterial growth. If the home is clean, every two weeks is acceptable, but it is best to sun-dry the bed once a week. Regular cleaning and disinfection are needed, or a long-unwashed bed develops odor.

Dogs have a keen sense of smell and may refuse to rest in a smelly bed, and a dirty bed easily spreads germs, so clean and disinfect it regularly to avoid these problems.