The 9 Best Dog Beds for Big Dogs, Tested and Reviewed

Best Overall

KOPEKS Orthopedic Bed

$110 at Amazon $110 at Chewy $110 at Macy's

For a big dog, you want loads of support, a large surface area, comfort, and serious durability. Our tester’s two large dogs just melted into this KOPEKS Orthopedic Bed. The bed is supportive, but has soft, fluffy sides for comfort. Both dogs (90-plus pounds each) can sleep in this bed together. The bed is easy to wipe clean, even if you have droolers or shedders.

The support comes from seven inches of thick memory foam and there’s a three-inch headrest on one end. That gives them one spot to lay their head while they sprawl on the rest of the bed. The memory foam material is great on joints and perfect for senior dogs. There’s also a waterproof inner protector and a plush suede zipper cover to keep everything inside from getting wet or damaged.

The bed is more expensive than some, but our tester said it was far and away the best bed she’s ever used for her two large dogs. They gravitated towards it almost immediately. The manufacturer says it can take up to 72 hours for the bed to completely puff up and get to full size as the foam expands, but we found it took only about 12.

_{Dimensions: 35 x 28 x 5.5 (large) | Materials: Suede, fabric, orthopedic foam | Colors: Brown, gray}

Best for Chewers

K9 Ballistics Tough Orthopedic Bed

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K9 Ballistics offers a wide array of dog beds, from options for smaller dogs to those that cover the bottom of a crate. But our favorite is the K9 Ballistics Tough Orthopedic Bed that can handle heavy chewers and biters. It stood up to a lot of jumping from our tester dogs and seems like it is build to last.

The mattress is firm but soft and is made of thick orthopedic foam that easily bounces back. The bed itself is water-resistant and comes with a waterproof, machine-washable cover for dogs that might slobber or leave larger messes where they lie.

The zipper on the cover is hidden away with a Velcro flap. The cover can be a little difficult to take on and off, but it’s very easy to spot clean or machine wash. The bottom of the bed is non-skid to keep it from sliding around or getting dragged around a room.

_{Dimensions: 33 x 27 x 5 inches | Materials: Orthopedic foam, polyester | Colors: Blue, gray, black, sandstone}

Best Budget

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger Orthopedic

$97

$67 at Amazon $60 at Chewy $34 at Petco

Finding a great bed for your large dog doesn’t have to be expensive. The simple but supportive Furhaven Ultra Plush Luxe Orthopedic Lounger offers a great bed in many sizes, all the way up to jumbo plus. The contoured design provides back, hip, and head support and is available in orthopedic and cooling options. The sloping sides of the bed allow your dog to rest their head comfortably and the medical-grade foam is firm but forgiving, bouncing back quickly when your dog gets up.

The bed has a soft, sherpa-like covering that won’t cause your pup to overheat, making it a great choice for furry friends, even in summer. The cover slips off and is easy to clean, but the bed itself is not waterproof. The bed comes in several colors and the sleek design fits in with most decor.

_{Dimensions: 36 x 24 x 5.5 (large) | Materials: Polyester, synthetic fabric  | Colors: Cream, chocolate, gray}

Best Couch

L.L.Bean Therapeutic Couch

$169 at L.L.Bean

The L.L. Bean Therapeutic Dog Bed Couch is a supportive, good-looking sofa for your pup. Made with three bolstered sides, the durable denim-like material is stuffed with a strong, but soft, memory foam insert. The bed comes in several sizes but the extra large is massive, measuring 52 x 42 inches. It fits two large dogs with plenty of room to sprawl. This is not a dog bed for a tiny apartment!

The soft sides make it easy for a dog to burrow and snuggle. Our tester dogs absolutely loved this bed. They used it daily for weeks on end and they played, napped, and snacked on it. There is some assembly required as the cover has to be fitted around the insert. It was a little challenging, but the result looked good. The cover can be removed for washing and drying and holds up well to cleaning.

_{Dimensions: 52 x 42 x 13.5 inches (extra-large) | Materials: Cotton, polyester, polyeuthrane | Colors: Burlap, khaki, platinum, indigo}

Best for Sprawlers

Paw Brands PupRug Faux Fur Orthopedic Dog Bed

$135

$119 at Amazon View on Chewy $189 at Petco

For dogs that don’t like to curl up when they sleep, the Paw PupRug Faux Fur Orthopedic Dog Bed has loads of room for sprawling. The giant size is an impressive five feet wide and is covered with soft and fluffy faux fur. Inside is a thick memory foam pad for solid support.

The dog bed comes in six colors including gray, black, and brown. It’s meant to look like a shaggy rug so it blends in with your usual decor. But when your dog stretches out, the bed has firm but comfortable support. The cover slips off and can be machine washed, but it must be air dried, which can take a little time.

_{Dimensions: 60 x 35 inches (giant) | Materials: Faux fur, memory foam | Colors: Six colors}

Best Cooling

Furhaven Elevated Pet Bed Cot for Dogs & Cats

$28 at Amazon $25 at Chewy $36 at Wayfair

It can be hard to find an elevated bed for large dogs that’s both sturdy and comfortable. We like the Fuhaven Elevated Pet Bed Cot because it is both. The strong metal frame offers stability, while the mesh sling bed has some give, providing the perfect amount of flexibility and comfort. The largest size is more than 4.5 feet long which should be plenty big for even the largest pups.

An elevated cooling bed provides consistent firm support and also helps your dog regulate their body temperature by keeping them off a cold floor and allowing air to circulate underneath them. The elevation isn’t very high, so it’s easy to climb, even for senior dogs with arthritic joints. The bed is easy to clean with a damp cloth and comes in four colors.

_{Dimensions: 54.5 x 36 x 8 inches | Materials: Plastic, nylon, metal | Colors: Blue, gray, terracotta red, gecko green}

Best for Seniors

Serta Orthopedic Dog Bed

$90 at Amazon $66 at Chewy View on Sertapetbeds.com

When dogs get older, comfortable and supportive beds can be really important to ease achy joints.

The Serta Orthopedic Couch Dog Bed is supportive but cushy, offering just enough give for a soft nap while still providing neck and head support with soft and strong bolsters. It’s low to the ground, so an aging pup won’t have to climb up or down too much. This attractive bed comes in four colors and several sizes, including the extra large which is nearly 4-feet long. Our tester dogs liked to spread out and loll on it and there was plenty of room.

The cover is easy to remove and is machine washable, but the bed is not waterproof and the memory foam can’t be washed. Keep that in mind if your senior is prone to accidents.

_{Dimensions: 46 x 34 x 9.5 inches (extra large) | Materials: Polyester, polyurethane foam | Colors: Blue, gray, mocha, tan}

Best Crate Bed

KSIIA Washable Dog Bed Deluxe

$22 at Amazon

If your dog spends time in a crate, it can be nice to have a bed in there with them. But round beds or overstuffed ones can be awkward in that rectangle space. The KSIIA Deluxe Plus Dog Crate Bed is incredibly soft and comes in sizes to match standard crates. The largest is 53 x 36 inches which fits the largest standard crate, but it comes in other sizes if your dog has a smaller hangout.

The bed has a velvet surface that doesn’t shed. It’s machine washable and bounces back very well after cleaning. It’s a tear-resistant fabric and has a skid-resistant backing to keep it from sliding in the crate or out on the floor. Because it’s so silky soft, it’s appealing to dogs who love to snuggle in blankets. Our only wish is that it had a little bit more padding inside.

_{Dimensions: 53 x 36 x 4 inches | Materials: Polyester, velvet | Colors: Light gray, brown, dark gray, pink}

Best for Curling Up

Best Friends by Sheri Cat & Dog Bed

$24 at Amazon $25 at Chewy View on Bestfriendsbysheri.com

Soft donut beds are great for dogs that like to curl up and snuggle. The Best Friends by Sheri Cozy Cuddler Covered Bed is a cuddler’s dream. It has a plush, soft covering and supportive bolsters, so a dog can just sink into the comfy center while supporting their head and neck on the sides.

This particular cuddler also has a covering that acts like a blanket. I’ve had puppies that disappear underneath it at nap time, tucked away and sleeping soundly. The bed is machine washable and comes out looking great. It comes in four colors and two sizes. Heads up that the “jumbo” isn’t incredibly big (27 x 8 inches), but sometimes the biggest dogs love to snuggle up in a smaller bed.

We also really like the Best Friends by Sheri Original Calming Donut Bed, which doesn’t have the extra blanket but comes in many more sizes, that might be more comfortable for larger dogs with the addition of a dog blanket. Although I have two of these in my house and my largest adult dog will often seek out the smaller, Cozy Cuddler Covered Bed and curl up in there.

_{Dimensions: 27 x 8 inches | Materials: Sherpa, nylon, synthetic fabric | Colors: Dark chocolate, gray, tide pool, wheat}