A modular animal bed 1 comprising a base 3 that is attachable to any of a plurality of different toppers 5 that each have a different configuration, the base and each said topper carrying respective parts of a multi-part fastening mechanism 15 that can be fastened together to couple a selected one of said plurality of toppers to said base.

An animal comfort accessory for use with an animal enclosure includes a cover configured to fit over the animal's enclosure to decrease noise and light for the animal in the enclosure. A scent blower moves air past a scent collector and delivers a soothing sent to the animal inside the enclosure. The scent blower and cover are contained in a pouch for convenient storage and travel. Additional accessories such as a speaker, camera, and video display may also be stored in the pouch and used with the animal to provide a comforting space for the animal.

A portable inflatable pet nest includes an airbag, forming a pet nest after inflation, an interior of the pet nest is provided with a cavity, an out wall of the airbag is provided with an exit and entrance communicating with the cavity, and charging and discharging interfaces. In being used, an air pump is connected with the charging and discharging interfaces and inflates to the airbag, the airbag forms the pet nest after it is inflated, the cavity in the pet nest can be used for the pet to rest. When not be used, the charging and discharging interfaces are opened, the air in the airbag is released so that the airbag can be folded. The portable inflatable pet nest occupies a small space, it is convenient to store and transport, and the transportation cost is greatly reduced.

A deployable pet carrier assembly for a vehicle includes a sliding rail guide system configured to attach the pet carrier to a vehicle seat back and collapsible front, rear, and side walls defining a box structure when deployed. An actuator is provided, configured to retain or release the pet carrier walls for transitioning the pet carrier between a collapsed configuration and a deployed configuration. The sliding guide rail system includes front and rear guide rails configured to slidingly hold the pet carrier front wall and rear wall. A tray may be included to define a floor of the pet carrier.

A pet bed may include a structure with an outer shell that is configured to wick moisture away from a wet animal. The outer shell may have hydrophobic properties that permit a horizontal flow of moisture across a surface of the outer shell and the horizontal flow of moisture may lessen a concentration of a vertical flow of moisture. The pet bed may include a first padding layer, a second padding layer, and four or more absorbing layers positioned between the first padding layer and the second padding layer.

A bed for at least one animal is provided. The bed includes a strip of belting having a front end, a back end, and opposing sides, an animal bed having a first fluid chamber and a second fluid chamber. The first fluid chamber is provided within the strip of belting and includes a first width extending between a first side and a second side of the first fluid chamber. The second fluid chamber is provided within the strip of belting and includes a second width extending between a first side and a second side of the second fluid chamber. A first fluid supply tube is in fluid connection with the first chamber, and a second fluid supply tube is in fluid connection with the second chamber, wherein the first and second chambers are fluidly isolated from one another. A method of preparing for use a bed for at least one animal is also provided. In addition, a system for using a bed for at least one animal is also provided.

A collapsible dog basket is provided. The basket includes bottom and side walls made of plastic and flexible bendable joints around which the bottom and side walls are folded such that the dog basket has a collapsed position. The bendable joints are made of a flexible plastic material being more flexible than the remaining part of the dog basket. The sidewalls of the dog basket are directly connected with the bottom so that the collapsible dog basket is in one piece. When collapsing the basket, the bottom is pressed upwards between the side walls. The bottom has special air circulation holes to make sure that the dog gets the right air circulation while sleeping in the basket. The holes also prevent the body heat from the dog from getting in contact with the floor surface underneath the dog basket.

An enhanced bolster, such as connectable to a pet bed, comprises an outer cover having an inner volume, and a mechanism for attachment to a pet bed. The inner volume may be filled directly with stuffing, or may include an inner stuff sack. While the stuffing may comprise a wide variety of stuffing items, the enhanced bolster or bolster stuff sack may preferably be filled with a plurality of items supplied by the owner, and may preferably inherently include a scent that is desirable or comforting to the intended animal, e.g. the scent of a known person or animal. For embodiments having permeable bolster stuff sacks, the entire bolster stuff sack assembly may preferably be laundered, e.g. washed and dried, as a unit, i.e. with the stuffing retained. The enhanced bolsters may preferably be provided without stuffing, but with instructions on how to stuff the enhanced bolster.

The invention relates to a convertible cushion that may be used as a blanket in an unfolded configuration or used as a cushion or bed in a folded configuration. One use of such a device relates to a fully washable pet bed. When folded, the convertible cushion may be used by a pet as a bed. When unfolded, the convertible cushion may be used as a blanket. Additionally, the device is constructed of material that is fully washable so that it may be washed in a typical household washing machine when in the unfolded position and fully cleaned.

For some configurations, the convertible cushion may further be used in a pocketbook mode, a backpack mode, and a sleeping bag mode (by combining two or more convertible cushions).

A transportable combination pet carrier and pet bed that can be dually used for travel or in the home. The case includes a pet bed that is located within the case, allowing for the pet to recline on the pet bed. The case may also include: 1) a sufficient amount of breathable and porous material, such that the pet does not suffocate when contained in the case, including when the case is fully closed and secured for transport; and 2) soft internal siding.