I made 2 raised dog beds for Tien (F) and Klause (...

I made 2 raised dog beds for Tien (F) and Klause (M). There are many reasons for these types of beds but my dogs are older and it makes it easier for them to lay down and get up. I put their ortho pads on top but it is not necessary.

Parts (Per bed):

* Maker Pipe 90 degree connectors (4).
* Coolaroo Pet Bed Replacement Cover Size L (43.5 x 31.5 x 0.5 in).
* 3/4 inch diameter rubber chair leg cap (4).
* 3/4 inch diameter conduit cap (4).

3/4 inch EMT Conduit (cut lengths).
* 38 3/4 inch (2).
* 27 1/2 inch (2).
* 5 inch (4).

I measured the approximate lengths needed for both the long and short sides. A little adjustment was necessary after everything was loosely connected. I then pounded a chair cap on the "floor side" of the short legs using a rubber mallet. Before tightening the 90's too much, I slid each leg through a corner center hole from the bottom. This exposed the "open" leg end when looking down from the top. From above with all the corners loosely tightened, I used the mallet to install the conduit caps. Once done, I alternated corners and tightened the 90 bolts while adjusting the conduit until the bed was taught. The first bed took a little while but once I had the measurements and methods worked out, the second bed was built quickly.

I did not make a video of the build since it really didn't fit the DIY kayak build content on my YouTube channel. I have included the important photos including Tien's approval.

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