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The Best Beds for Large Dogs
The Bully Beds Original Bully Bed is our top pick for big dogs. See five beds we compared and how to choose size, foam, covers and a style for chewers.
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A bed for a large dog needs room to stretch out and a thick, supportive base. Our top pick is the Bully Beds Original Bully Bed, a memory foam bed that comes in sizes up to XXL. Below are four more styles for chewers, hot sleepers and giant breeds.
Our picks at a glance
- Best overall: Bully Beds Original Bully Bed
- Best bolster bed for giant dogs: Orvis Memory Foam Couch Dog Bed
- Best for chewers: Orvis ToughChew Memory Foam Lounger Dog Bed
- Best for hot weather: Coolaroo Original Elevated Dog Bed
- Best for the biggest dogs: K&H Original Pet Cot
The best beds for large dogs
Best overallPhoto: Bully BedsLarge dog beds
Bully Beds Original Bully Bed
Best for: Big dogs who need a roomy, supportive bed
This bed has CertiPUR-US certified memory foam, a waterproof liner and a washable microfiber cover. It comes in Medium, Large, Extra Large and XXL, which is 60” x 48”. The maker gives no weight range for each size, so measure your dog. Skip it if your dog chews beds, since the maker says to look at its separate chew-proof bed for that.
- Pro: Four sizes, up to XXL at 60" x 48"
- Pro: CertiPUR-US certified memory foam with a waterproof liner included
- Pro: Removable, washable microfiber cover
- Con: Not sold as chew-proof, so chewers need a different bed
- Con: The maker lists no weight range for each size
Best bolster bed for giant dogsPhoto: OrvisLarge dog beds
Orvis Memory Foam Couch Dog Bed
Best for: Dogs who like to lean on raised sides
Raised sides give your dog something to lean on. The X-Large is 54” x 37” and Orvis lists it for dogs 90 to 120 pounds. The cover is machine washable and the liner unzips for washing. Orvis says it is water-resistant but not fully waterproof, so skip it for a dog with frequent accidents.
- Pro: X-Large size is 54" x 37" for dogs 90-120 lbs
- Pro: CertiPUR-US certified open-cell memory foam
- Pro: Removable, machine-washable cover and a liner that unzips
- Con: Water-resistant, not fully waterproof
- Con: Not made for chewers
Best for chewersPhoto: OrvisLarge dog beds
Orvis ToughChew Memory Foam Lounger Dog Bed
Best for: Big dogs who chew or dig at beds
This flat lounger has a chew-resistant cover with hidden no-chew handles. It comes up to X-Large at 48” x 32”, with a 4” foam base. Orvis offers a money-back promise for chewers and diggers. Still, no bed is chew-proof, so skip it if you plan to leave a determined chewer alone with it.
- Pro: Chew-resistant ToughChew cover with hidden no-chew handles
- Pro: X-Large is 48" x 32", with a 4" supportive foam base
- Pro: Machine-washable cover and a water-resistant liner
- Con: The page gives no weight ranges for the sizes
- Con: No bed is chew-proof, so supervise your dog
Best for hot weatherPhoto: CoolarooElevated dog beds
Coolaroo Original Elevated Dog Bed
Best for: Big dogs who run hot or sleep outside
A raised frame holds breathable mesh about 8 inches off the floor. The X-Large is for dogs up to 150 pounds. The page says you can hose it off, and it comes with a 5-year fabric warranty. It needs some assembly, and it has no soft cushion, so skip it if your dog wants a plush bed.
- Pro: X-Large holds dogs up to 150 lbs
- Pro: Raised about 8 inches for airflow, and it can be hosed off
- Pro: 5-year fabric warranty and 1-year frame warranty
- Con: Needs assembly
- Con: A firm mesh bed has no soft cushion
Best for the biggest dogsPhoto: K&H Pet ProductsElevated dog beds
K&H Original Pet Cot
Best for: Giant breeds, indoors or outdoors
This cot comes in X-Large and Jumbo sizes rated for up to 300 pounds. It goes together without tools, folds for travel, and the cover comes off for washing. It is firm. Skip it if your dog needs thick foam for sore joints.
- Pro: X-Large and Jumbo support up to 300 lbs
- Pro: Assembles without tools and collapses for travel
- Pro: Removable cover, with replacement covers sold
- Con: Firm, so it has little cushion for sore joints
- Con: Only a one-year limited warranty
How to choose a bed for a large dog
Pick the right size
The AKC says large dogs need a bed big enough to stretch out fully. Bully Beds suggests measuring your dog from nose to tail, then adding a few inches. Orvis says to size up if you are unsure. Don’t rely on weight alone, because sizes and weight ranges differ by brand.
Look at the foam
The AKC says orthopedic beds can help older dogs and dogs with joint problems such as arthritis and hip dysplasia. It also says they can support younger dogs. Consumer Reports says both egg-crate and memory foam help sore joints. Memory foam holds heat, so it suits cold climates. Egg-crate foam lets in more air, so it suits warm ones.
Choose a cover you can wash
Both sources say to look for a removable cover you can wash. The AKC says to wash it often, ideally every week. A waterproof liner helps with accidents.
Consider an elevated bed
Consumer Reports says elevated beds reduce pressure points and are easy to clean. The AKC says they are breathable and can help keep dogs cool. Consumer Reports adds that in hot climates plastic piping is better than metal, which can get very hot.
Safety tips
- Supervise chewers. Consumer Reports says to avoid materials that can be chewed off and swallowed, and that a heavy chewer may not be safe alone with any bed material.
- Take away damaged beds. If your dog is tearing a bed apart, remove it.
- Check the step in. Consumer Reports says tall sides or high platforms can be hard for older dogs to get over.
- Be careful with plug-in heated beds. The AKC says electric warming beds need extra caution and supervision, especially with a dog who chews.
For more on foam beds, see our guide to the best orthopedic dog beds.
Common questions
How big should a bed be for a large dog?
The AKC says large dogs need a bed big enough to stretch out fully. Bully Beds suggests measuring your dog from nose to tail and adding a few inches.
Is memory foam or egg-crate foam better for a big dog?
Both support sore joints. Consumer Reports says memory foam holds heat, so it suits cold climates, while egg-crate foam lets in more air and suits warm ones.
Are elevated beds good for large dogs?
They can be. Consumer Reports says elevated beds reduce pressure points, and the AKC says cot-style beds are breathable and easy to keep clean. Make sure your dog can get on and off easily.
Is there a bed my chewing dog cannot destroy?
Probably not. Bully Beds says no bed is indestructible against a determined chewer, and Consumer Reports says a heavy chewer may not be safe alone with any bed material.