2007.12.21
Got you covered
There are two universal truths I have learned about greyhounds: they run fast and they cannot resist soft furniture. So two things happen every day at our house; our two dogs will do hot laps around the backyard and when they come in from the backyard, they will head straight for the love seats, couches or our bed.
While they are not prolific shedders, they are still dogs, so they do deposit hair on the upholstery and on our dry-clean-only comforter.
I may have found a solution to satisfy the two- and four-leggers in my home.
The Three Dog Night Duvet Cover from from pet-friendly vendor Orvis promises "to protect your valuable down comforter from liquids (slobber, drool or worse, I guess) dirt, hair, and sharp claws with a waterproof, breathable cover."
My only concerns about this product are the limited color choices (only green or blue) and the mixed reviews on the Web site. One reviewer raved about it; one said it was not so great.
They are not cheap, prices ranging from $139 for a twin size up to $179 for a king, but if they extend the life of a comforter, it may be worth the investment. I am usually satisfied with Orvis products and with their return policy, so I am considering it.
This item is not available in the Roanoke Orvis stores, so you have to order it online.
If anyone has tried this or a similar product, post a comment and let us know what you think.
