Best indestructible dog beds

The Best Indestructible Dog Beds

Dog beds are popular pet furniture many owners regularly have for their pets. Dogs love them to lounge in, and so do cats and a variety of other animals. They usually are simple plush furnitures, so what are some features that are good to add onto them?

There are some dogs that like to chew on anything, including their beds. Quite a number of manufacturers have made a specialized niche to create dog beds for chewing dogs. They are meant to be durable and indestructible through the chewing process, and won’t rip or fall apart easily due to the chewing.

Pet owners generally don’t want their pooch to sleep on the floor or hard surfaces especially if he has hip or joint problems. However, you wouldn’t want to be hurt when they tear up the new pet bed you’ve bought for him recently.

To add to that, pet beds can become expensive when your pooch keeps tearing them up over and over again and you have to buy a new one every time. That is why manufacturers have created pet beds that are meant to last through chewing and ripping from dogs. They won’t reduce chewings from dogs if your dog is a constant chewer, but they will at least last through his chewing habits.

Dogs chew because of a variety of reasons. Your dogs can chew because he is bored, anxious or depressed, or has a lot of pent-up energy to release and he does it by chewing on his pet bed. It is also possible that your dog has medical conditions, so you should take him to the vet periodically to check up on his status.

Aside from buying a chew-proof, sturdy pet bed, you should look to train your pet to not chew so much. You might want to take him to the vet to get all of his conditions checked, and play with him and give him more attention for his pent-up energy.

Why Dogs Chew

As mentioned above dogs chew to expel a lot of pent up energy, or simply because he might have some medical conditions that can affect his behaviors. Chewing is actually a natural behavior for most types of dogs for all ages. For younger dogs, they chew to relieve pain caused by incoming teeth. In older dogs, it is a way to keep the jaw strong and to keep their teeth clean. Chewing is also a way for them to fight boredom and to relieve some stress. That’s why there are so many chew toys out on the market for your dogs to chew on so they won’t target their pet beds or other furnitures. Always keep a lot of chew toys if your dog is a chewer.

Aside from mild levels of chewing normal for most dogs, dogs can chew excessively because of separation anxiety. These dogs usually chew excessively when left alone, or only chew when left alone if he doesn’t normally chew. They can also make other messes, such as whining, barking, pacing, urinating, or defecating when suffering from separation anxiety. You need to find training methods to help your dog from separation anxiety to curb these bad behaviors. Aside from separation anxiety, dogs chew excessively due to medical problems, so take your dog to the vet periodically for examinations and help him heal from whatever pains he might have.

Some dogs actually like to suck, and chew at fabrics, which are the worst behaviors for pet beds and other soft furnitures. This behavior stems from being weaned too early on, at before 7 to 8 weeks in age. This behavior can become compulsive if you see that it is hard to discourage your dog from doing it and you have seen him doing it for a long period of time. If this is the case for your dog, it is best to find a certified dog behaviorist or trainer that can train him out of this behavior.

Lastly, dogs can chew out of hunger. It is counter-productive to leave more food out because that would make your dog more overweight. These dogs are usually on a calorie-restricted diet to help maintain their weight and health. They chew to find additional source of nutrients, and usually like to chew objects that look and smell like food. It is best to buy those bone chewing toy pieces to help alleviate the behavior for your dog if this is the reason for him.

Ways to Help your Dog from Destructive Chewing

For puppies that are teething, they like to chew a lot to distract from the discomfort of chewing. This is when their baby teeth falls out, and their adult teeth are growing in. The excessive chewing from this stage last until 6 months of age until they stop teething. You can help your dog through this stage by giving them puppies ice cubes, special dog toys that can be frozen, or a frozen wet towel to help numb the teething process.

For normal dog chewing behaviors as recommended above, it is imperative to have a lot of dog chew toys around for your dog to chew on. Keep items you don’t want your dog to chew on in places that are hard for your dog to access. Normal chewing behaviors can become excessive if taken too far and you don’t train him away from things he’s not supposed to chew on. Keep your shoes and other belongings behind closed closets. Have a lot of chew toys around so he can chew comfortably, and to dog proof things and areas that you don’t want him to chew but he has easy access to. You can also keep him in a pet cage when you’re gone for extended time if he chews a lot.

A pet bed is a good item to make chew proof and Durable, since it is an item that he uses a lot. Below will be a list of recommended pet bed items that are good for chew proofing or make durable.

PetFusion Ultimate Dog Bed, CertiPUR-US Orthopedic Memory Foam, Size/Color Options, Medium Firmness Pillow, Waterproof Liner, YKK Zippers, Breathable 35% Cotton, Cert. Skin Contact Safe, 3yr. Warranty

 

This pet bed looks like many other regular pet beds, but are designed with materials meant to deter chewing and last through destructive behaviors. It comes in three colors and a number of sizes to choose from depending on the size of your dog. The bed also comes with a 3 years warranty on manufacturer’s created defects. The cover is removable and washable, meant for easy cleaning of accidents that your pet can create. The bed is designed with a memory foam base that is protected with a waterproof inner lining to protect its longevity, and the side bolsters are filled with recycled polyfill supports to provide extra comforts for your dog and an environmentally friendly solution.

Key Features

• 2.5 memory foam base for comforts
• Recycled “polyfill” supports
• Polyester and cotton twill
• Water resistant and tear resistant cover
• Non-skid bottom
• Removable cover is washable

Over Features:

This pet bed resembles most other pet beds on the market at first glance, however it is made with superior materials meant to be water resistant and last through tearing. The bed is constructed with a 2.5 in memory foam base to provide comfort for any pets, especially ones with disabilities or bad joints. The foam is CERTI-PUR-US certified. It is formulated without mercury, lead, formaldehyde, phthalates, or any ozone depleting contents, to ensure that you won’t have to worry about any harmful compounds coming from your pet bed. The foam has low VOC air emissions, and passed stricter European REACH safety standards.

Your pet won’t have to lay on hard flooring that can aggravate his joint problems or any other medical issues, and will improve his health, mobility, and energy levels. It is a calming bed meant to help with anxiety in dogs as well. There is also a Waterproof liner surrounding the memory foam to protect the foam, and your investment in the bed. The outside cover is made of a blend of 65 % polyester and 35% cotton tail fabric, is water-resistant and removable to slow liquid absorption before reaching the inner lining.

The bottom of the cover has a Non-skid fabric feel, to deter the bed from sliding on hard-wood or tile floorings. The neutral designs of the cover will blend in seamlessly with any design style of your room. There are 2 zipper sections to easily take out the memory foam base, and the bolster pillow section for washing the cover. It is easy to reassemble and take off for convenient washing. The outside fabric is skin contact safe for pets and owners alike.

The bolster section is made from recycled polyfill material, for the environmentally conscious owners in mind. It provides superior support and nestling space for your pets.

Pros

• Tear resistant and water resistant to avoid accidents and tear from dog’s chewing
• Washable cover
• Recycled polyfill material
• Thick memory foam base for comforts

Cons

• The materials can be a bit hot for over heating dogs
• Fur collects on fabric
• Zipper a little bit flimsy

 

Dogbed4less Premium Memory Foam Dog Bed, Pressure-Relief Orthopedic | Waterproof Case, Washable Durable Denim Cover and Bonus 2nd External Cover, 7 Sizes, Blue

This is a simple and durable dog bed that looks very much like a pet mattress! It is very simple in design, and is essentially a pet mattress made with durable, and waterproof materials, meant to last through accidents and a variety of rough behaviors from your pets. This pet bed is available in a multitude of sizes to choose from, depending on the size of your pet.

The cover is removable and washable, and uses a gel-infused memory foam inside for a cooling effect for your pets. The bottom of the cover is made of Non-skid fabric to avoid sliding on hard-wood and tile floors. The cover is made from denim blue fabric, and is only available in this color.

Key Features

• Water-proof internal cover to protect memory foam
• Denim external zipper cover
• Micro-suede external case
• Gel-infused memory foam for improved circulation

Overall Features:

A durable dog bed that looks pretty much like a pet mattress! This bed design doesn’t come with extra side bolsters for nestling, but is a rather simply designed pet pad made from sturdy, and quality materials.

The memory foam is 4″ thick and made from non-toxic therapeutic 100% gel infused memory foam. This memory foam is 5 times denser, and 4 times heavier than other lower cost foam to better support your pet, and is more comfortable and long lasting.

It will not flatten over time, and will give many years of comfortable support to your pet. Other competitors sometimes use lower cost, and multi-layered glue foams that are not long lasting and will not give the proper Orthopedic support for your pet.

This memory foam is considered better than many human mattresses, has better pressure support, relieving aches and pains for pets, improves circulations, and is hypoallergenic. This foam is often sold in higher end human mattress stores that promote better sleep and joint health. The foam is resistant to bacteria, mold, mildew, and dust mites. This memory foam pad comes with a Waterproof internal zipper cover to protect your investment of this pet bed.

The outside cover is made from blue denim fabric. The denim fabric is made from 100% cotton twill fabric typically used for jeans for their durability and breathability. It is a comfortable, slightly rough fabric that has a much less allergenic reactions compare to other fabrics.

Although the denim fabric is tougher and sturdier than other types of fabric covers, it is not really chew proof. This cover has a zipper side to easily take off the cover and is machine Washable and easy to clean.

The pet bed also comes with an extra Bonus, brown colored Micro Suede cover with a Non-skid bottom.

Pros

• Water-proof inner liner
• Washable denim cover and removable
• Additional Microsuede cover for protection
• Thick gel-infused memory foam to provide comfort

Cons

• No extra bolsters for extra support
• Simple design, and dogs might not like it

 

Blueberry Pet Heavy Duty Pet Bed or Bed Cover, Removable & Washable Cover w/YKK Zippers, Shop a Whole Bed with Cover for Change

 

This is a beautifully designed pet bed with embroidered designs on the side for a fashionable pet. This pet bed design looks more like a regular pet bed, with side bolsters for nestling comforts, and is actually available in many beautiful colors and designs. This is a bed truly for the fashion minded pet and owner pairs. Depending on the style of the bed, some patterns of this pet bed are made with Microsuede fabric, while some patterns are made with linen fabric. This bed is designed like a sofa to allow room for your dog to lounge, rest, and relax.

The cover itself is completely removable, with a durable YKK zipper.

The stuffings are from 100% recyclable environmentally friendly microfiber. This filing gives good, comfortable support, and is quite durable.

Key Features

• Bolster bed has a rolled-up cover
• Micro-suede fabric is scratch resistant
• Filled with 100% recycled microfiber
• Removable washable cover with YKK zippers

Overall Features:

This a beautifully designed pet bed for the fashion minded owner and pet pair. This bed is unique in that it comes with a variety of colors and designs with the same basic features and materials, so each design has the same good qualities.

This bed comes in color block designs that are made from Microsuede fabric, color block designs in linen fabric, embroidered design in Microsuede fabric, and embroidered design in linen fabric. Depending on which design you choose, the Microsuede fabric is scratch resistant and very durable.

The bolster design is a quite prominent feature for this bed. It allows your dog to lounge, relax, and good for dogs that like to sleep all days. The filling is of 100% recyclable micro fiber fill, for the environmentally conscious pet owners. The bolsters are overstuffed to provide more comfort and a fuller look, and is stitched onto the pad to reduce shifting.

The cover itself features good quality YKK zipper to easily remove cover and toss into the washer for easy cleaning. It is recommended to wash the cover in delicate or gentle cycle with a mild detergent, and with like clothing colors. Do not use any bleach to ensure the colors won’t bleed or destroy the fabric, and to spot clean clothes beforehand instead. To dry the cover, it is best to hang dry on a clothesline, however tumble dry in a low setting heat is a good alternative as well.

The bed itself will be delivered with a cover that is rolled up. Users would have to unwrap the cover and stuff the bed into the cover.

Pros

• Designed like a sofa and is a soft and cozy place for your pet to rest
• Rolled up cover
• Beautiful colors and designs
• Thick micro-suede scratch resistant fabric
• Removable washable cover with YKK zips

Cons

• Bottom floor pad isn’t too thick
• Pet hair do gather on it
• Shape can make it a bit difficult to stuff bedding back into the cover

 

Orthopedic 4″ Dog Crate Pad by Big Barker. Waterproof & Tear Resistant. Thick, Heavy Duty, Tough, Washable Cover. Luxury Orthopedic Support Foam inside. Sized to perfectly fit inside standard crate sizes. Made in USA

 

This is a memory foam insert meant to fit into a variety of sized dog crates. It is shaped like a simple pet mattress without any side bolsters or extra paddings. It is sized to fit perfectly into the appropriate size plastic tray of a dog crate. The dog crate is not included in this purchase of course, just the dog pad. Made of high quality American made foam that will not deflate over time. The pad cover is 100% waterproof and is highly tear-resistant, to protect against accidents, chewing, or digging.

It is important if your dog spends extended amount of time or any time at all in a dog crate. The bottom of dog crates are usually flat and sturdy, and does not offer the right or good supports for pets with joint problems, or any other bodily ailments. If you have a crate for your dog, it is recommended to get a dog pad to help provide cushioning for your dog.

Key Features

• Pet pad sized to fit appropriate dog crate
• Orthopedic 4” foam as padding to provide extra comfort for dogs
• Waterproof and tear-resistant
• Removable cover
• Cover is made from Cordura super-weave nylon, a military grade fabric
• 2 layers of foam for reinforced comforts

Overall Features:

This is a pet pad designed to fit into appropriate sized pet crates quite nicely. This pet pad is waterproof, tear resistant, and a very durable pet bed meant to last through chewing, accidents, while providing the most supported comforts for your dog. The pet crate is not included in this purchase and will have to be purchased separately. Many pet crates on the market do not come with an additional pet pad, or a not as high quality pet pad, so this pet pad is a good purchase to furnish any pet crates.

The memory foam is a 4″ thick layered foam, composed of 2 different types of 2″ thick foams. All foams used are American CERTI-PUR US foams.

The small to medium sizes use H10 Comfort Foam as the top 2″ layer foam that will gently mold to your dog’s pressure points. The bottom 2″ layer is made from H24 Support Foam, that gives important Orthopedic support that prevents your dog’s joints from digging into the hard plastic bottom of the crate.

The Large and Extra Large sizes use H10 foam as the top layer that will help mold to your dog’s body shape, and H45 Support Foam to better give Orthopedic supports to larger pets.

This pet pad is meant to be durable, water-proof, not completely chew-proof although it is tear-resistant. The cover is made of a super durable, military grade, rare fabric called the Cordura “super-weave” Nylon fabric.

This fabric complies with strict military specifications. The fabric is strong enough to be te tossed from a Black Hawk helicopter at 10000 feet to the ground and at 120 mph, and still be in good condition.

The fabric is Waterproof, so you can easily clean up by wiping up the pad with a wet rag. The cover is easily removable with zipper compartments, so you can easily toss the cover into the washer. This durable fabric is highly tear-resistant, although not completely chew-proof.

With this pet pad, you can provide a Supreme comfort to your dog when you’re away. The comfort of the pad will ease his separation anxiety and ease his joint problems as well.

Pros

• 100% waterproof, tear-resistant
• Removable cover
• Heavy duty zipper
• Military grade Cordura super-weave nylon fabric cover
• 2 layers of foam
• Sized to fit appropriate dog crate

Cons

• This pad is a bit expensive
• Zipper is not too heavy duty

Kuranda Dog Bed – Chewproof Design – Walnut PVC – Indoor – Elevated – High Strength PVC – Provides Traction – Orthopedic – Best for Allergies/Sensitive Skin – Cordura Fabric

 

This is a different type of dog bed that looks more like a little pet trampoline! The bed frame is made from durable, high-strength PVC frames that will support up to 100 lbs! The elevated design is meant to provide comfort while keeping your dog high and dry. This pet bed is easy to clean repeatedly, with the canvas made from durable, military grade cordura fabric. The fabric is abrasion resistant, is as durable as canvas, and gives a lot of traction for your dog to jump on and off.

The fasteners on the bed are made from stainless steel. The frame of the dog bed is made from furniture grade polyresin that looks beautiful in any home. The frame is also has a UV resistant coating that makes it good for repeated cleaning. The design of the bed allows for the fabric to slide into the edge of the frame, for a cleaner look and to prevent dogs from chewing on rough edges. This pet bed is meant for indoor uses, and has a 1 year warranty for each bed.

Key Features:

• High strength PVC frame
• Elevated design to give better comfort, keeping dogs cool, and dry
• Easy for repeated cleaning
• Military-grade Cordura Nylon fabric for scratch resistant and durability
• 1 year warranty

Overall Feature:

This is a uniquely designed pet bed with no extra padding that is shaped similarly to a pet trampoline. This design is raised and meant to provide extra comforts, and to keep your dog cool and dry. The elevated bed frame allows for your pet to be air supported without using any foam. It is quite a comfortable support for your dog since his joints won’t be aggravated by hard surfaces.

The fabric is made from the rare Cordura nylon fabric similar to the other pet bed above. The fabric is very tough, durable, and provides good traction for your dog to easily jump on and off the bed.

The fabric is abrasion resistant, but not completely chew proof. The edges of the fabric blends in seamlessly into the bed frame, to hide rough edges and discourage chewing from dog’s. This bed comes with a wide selection of fabric colors, and it is meant to be an indoor use pet bed. The fabric is easy to clean, and you can simply wipe off moisture from accident.

The PVC frame is high strength and meant to be able to hole up to 100 lbs of force. It has a UV resistant finish on the frame to be able to stand up to repeated cleaning. All fasteners on the frame are made from stainless steel. The bed frame is made from furniture grade poly resin that will look beautiful in any home, but will also stand up to naughty pets. Despite the durability, it is recommended that this bed be used indoors, away from high temperature heat direct sunlight. The bed also comes with a 1 year warranty.

Pros

• Unique orthopedic raised frame to keep dogs comfortable, cool, and dry
• PVC frame holds up to 100 lbs
• Easy for repeated cleaning
• Military grade cordura nylon fabric for durability
• 1 year warranty

Cons

• Some dogs may not like raised bed style
• Some difficulties in assembly