Tara Lynn (00:00)
Hey, I’m Tara Lynn with Spots.com, and today we are talking about indestructible dog beds. So if you have a new puppy or you have a dog that just can’t seem to leave their bed alone and somehow always destroy it, and you’re tired of spending money me on new beds, then we’d love for you to check out the ones that we tested out.
Tara Lynn (00:26)
Pretty much all four of these kind of come in a tie because they are so phenomenal. Let’s start number one with the Coolaroo bed. This one is great for outside, especially if you have a covered porch or a back deck for your dog. It’s elevated. It comes in sort of a woven fabric so that it is breathable for your pup.
Tara Lynn (00:51)
We tested this out with a couple of our dogs, and our boxers are saber. His mom went home and bought him one and had it on the porch just a few days later for him to enjoy. So this is really great for bigger dogs, especially because it gets them up off the ground, is a little better for their joints. And again, it is a nice breathable fabric. If you accidentally leave it out and it gets wet or it rains, it’s not going to hold the water, which I really like.
Tara Lynn (01:20)
That because I’m busy. If it rains and I’m not home, or it’s just one less thing that I have to worry about if it does accidentally get left out in the rain. One of the other beds that is fantastic is the Kuranda bed or Kuranda bed. This is made out of PVC, and you have the option of using a couple of different fabrics. We tested out the what is it called, the heavy duty vinyl.
Tara Lynn (01:49)
And this was really, really thick. It was really high quality. Again, it gets the dog up off of the floor, so they’ve got some cool air that can kind of travel under the bed and keep them cool during the summer. And one of the great things about this bed is there’s not really a place where the dog can try to chew on the fabric, which is generally that they look for those seams that they can start to destroy and pull apart. So this is a really great one.
Tara Lynn (02:21)
It’s durable and easy to clean. This is something that a lot of animal shelters use because one, they’re durable for these dogs that come in, and many of them are heavy, chewers, and again, easy to clean. So it stands up to the test of time using that with various animals and dogs. One of the other beds that we tested out, K9 ballistics round dog bed. They say it’s nearly indestructible.
Tara Lynn (02:48)
One of the great things, though, it does, it is chew resistant with their fabric. It is waterproof and you can wash the outer lining. We tested this out with a small but very mighty dog. He likes to tear up his beds. He had a go at that as well as the gorilla ballistics bed and you will see he tried to rip a hole in them but so far he’s had these beds for more than a week and he has not been able to distract them in any way.
Tara Lynn (03:22)
So again, also easy to clean and just nice quality that’s going to keep the dog comfortable and cozy and hopefully last a lot longer than any other beds that you have tried.
Have the option of using a couple of different fabrics
UV resistant finish on frame resists fading.
Stainless steel fasteners for strength and corrosion resistance
What we Dislike
Not warm
Dogs may not like harder surface
Vinyl can be punctured
A bit pricier than some other brands
Some assembly required
Product Details
TYPE OF BED
Cot-style
MATERIAL
Heavy Duty Vinyl
SIZE
Available in 6 sizes from 25"x18" to 50"x36"
COLOR CHOICES
5
Our Review
Kuranda Chewproof Dog Bed is something that a lot of animal shelters use because one, they’re durable for these dogs that come in, and many of them are heavy chewers, and again, easy to clean. So it stands up to the test of time using that with various animals and dogs. The downside of the durability of this bed is that it is not as comfortable as a pillow, nest, or bolster bed. This is the bed to buy when you run out of patience with softer beds. If your heart softens, Kuranda does make a reversible fleece pad with straps allowing you to anchor it to this bed but it is not rated chew proof.
Comes with 1 year fabric warranty against UV degradation
Cheaper than other Brands
Lightweight
Maximum Weight is 100 lbs
What we Dislike
May not be as comfortable as a softer bed
Cheaper construction
May begin to sag in the middle, esp. with larger dogs
May not be ideal for larger dogs over time
Some assembly required
Product Details
TYPE OF BED
Cot-style
MATERIAL
HDPE Steel Frame
SIZE
Frame - 31.5" W x 51" L x 8" H
COLOR CHOICES
5
Our Review
If you’re looking for a breathable bed for you pup the Coolaroo Elevated pet bed is a classic among dog owners. It is lightweight and can easily move inside or outside the house. This elevated dog bed is designed to keep dogs cool by keeping them off the hot ground and on a breathable material that is still comfortable and chew resistant. Because of its tendency to sag in the middle, it may not be ideal for larger dogs over time. The mesh can fray or tear if scratched a lot, but replacement covers are available. The assembly of this bed is a bit challenging that might require 2 people to put it together.
Proprietary ballistic nylon material with waterproof backing
Easy to clean
Seams are strengthened
Hidden industrial strength zipper
Chew Resistant
Water Resistant
Washable Tough Comfort Pillow for Chewing Puppy
Small Medium Large X-Large Mat
What we Dislike
Dogs can chew through the fabric in time
Warranty does not cover destruction of interior materials
A bit pricey compared to other brands
Product Details
TYPE OF BED
Pillow-style
MATERIAL
Nylon
SIZE
Small (24" x 5 Height) Medium (36" x 5 Height) Large (42" x 5 Height) X-Large (54" x 5 Height)
COLOR CHOICES
7
Our Review
They say K9 Ballistics Original Tough Dog Bed is nearly indestructible. We generally like K9 Ballistics products. It comes in great sizes and colors but has a lot of the weaknesses that other similar pillows style beds have. We would consider it more chew-resistant then chew-proof. We like the rounded corners, but it did seem a little lumpy and that might incite a dog to investigate further with his jaws. This one would be good for a dog that tends to like to ruffle or rearrange his bedding rather than for a power chewer. This dog bed is bit pricey compared to other brands.
Third-Party Tested For Durability, Tear strength & Abrasion Resistance
What we Dislike
Velcro cover can be chewed
Has only 2 color options
Product Details
TYPE OF BED
Pillow-style
MATERIAL
100% Authentic Gorilla Ballistic material
SIZE
Small 25" Medium 36" Large 44" X-Large 54"
COLOR CHOICES
4
Our Review
Gorilla is the only dog bed company that uses an actual triple stitch seam for durability and strength. Furthermore, its orthopedic features keeps your dog cool and allows air to pass through, keeping your dog nice and comfy. These have to be some of the best quality dog beds on the market using orthopedic PUR foam for our dogs who may chew open the bed and eat it. This alone is quite a bit of peace of mind, but their unconditional 125 day chew-proof guarantee really is the icing on the cake. These are easy to clean and the enclosure for the velcro closures is convenient.
Best Products
Best Chew Proof Dog Bed
Product Name
Best for
Rate
Kuranda Chewproof Dog Bed
Best Quality
9
The Original Elevated Pet Bed by Coolaroo
Best Budget
7.7
K9 Ballistics Original Tough Dog Bed
Best for Pillow-Style
7
Gorilla Ballistic Orthopedic Dog Bed
Best for Comfort
7.4
How to Choose an Indestructible Dog Bed
Owners of power-chewing dogs know the struggle. After the first suspenseful few seconds that it took you to realize what the stuffing all.over.the.house was, you realize your dog ate his bed- again! While exercise, mental stimulation and playtime is important to keep your dog from indulging in destructive behaviors, the reality is that some dogs just love chewing, digging and gnawing, even on their favorite things. We’ve looked at what’s on the market for these chew-happy dogs and reviewed our favorites.
Even if your dog doesn’t chew on beds for fun, some dogs just like to dig, ruffle, or claw at their bed as they settle in for a nap. This “nesting” is a natural behavior but it can be hard on a bed. Depending on how destructive your dog is, you may want to go as industrial strength as the aircraft-grade aluminum and ballistic nylon Kuranda Dog Bed, or maybe just a sturdier tougher bed such as the Tough Chew by Orvis bed may suffice. Consider if your dog needs orthopedic support when sleeping at night. You may need to purchase an indestructible dog bed cover that could help you reinforce a dog bed that offers more support. Larger and elderly dogs generally need more support and a firmer bed.
We’ve narrowed our reviews into several categories for indestructible dog beds:
Cot-Style Bed:Off the ground with a raised fabric surface to keep the dog off the ground.
These are what you’ll often find in boarding facilities or veterinary clinics because they are meant to hold up to a lot of abuse.
Not always the most comfortable, they do not yield to nesting dogs wanting to rearrange it.
Typically made from metal, PVC, and nylon
Reinforced Pillow Style Bed:A tough outer material, stuffed with filling, a mat, or a layer of foam.
Outer layer made from rip-stop nylon or similar material
Can go flat over time
Not all beds will have a washable outer layer but most do. The inside of these beds can harbor allergens and dirt and cannot be washed.
Much softer than the cot style.
Bolster Style Bed:Similar to the pillow bed, but with raised edges or a nest-style
Most dogs love the security of a bolster and will snuggle up against the walls
More surfaces, seams, and edges for the dog to chew on
Not all beds will have a washable outer layer but most do. The inside of these beds can harbor allergens and dirt and cannot be washed.
Most comfortable and soothing for most dogs
Reinforced pillow and bolster-style dog beds often have removable covers (with zipper closure), square edges, decorative edging, and other weak points in their construction.
Your dog should be able to comfortably sprawl out on the dog bed. A lot of dogs will initially fall asleep curled up in a ball but like humans, and then splay their legs out when deeply asleep. Be sure the bed is big enough to accommodate your dog in all his favorite sleep positions. If you have dogs that like to curl up together consider getting a big enough bed for both to have a little wiggle room in together. Measure your dog from his head to the bottom of his bottom leg when extended. This should be the depth of the bed, and the width should be a few inches bigger than his length (snout to base of tail).
