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Posted on Mar 21, 2022

13 Cooling Dog Beds To Keep Them Refreshed (And Comfy)

You definitely won't have to hound your pooch to lay on one of these as those temps begin to rise.

by Rylee Johnston

BuzzFeed Staff

1. An elevated cooling dog bed over 32,000 reviewers (YUP, that's right!) claim is SO easy to assemble and the breathable material means once your dog climbs on, don't expect them to get off anytime soon.

Reviewer image of two dogs laying on gray elevated dog bed outside with purple chew toy

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The mesh material allows air to continuously flow, making it an essential pet products that solves most of your summer problems.

Promising review: "This is great! We got the large and it is absolutely perfect for our 95-pound German shepherd! I will be ordering another large soon for our Husky! I absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a chew-proof bed! We are really looking forward to the ability to keep our boys cool! Most beds we buy they end up getting off and onto the floor due to being hot in the night. As of this moment my GSD has not gotten off the bed. He is fast asleep! 🥰" —Deborah Ulloa

Get it from Amazon for $19.49+ (available in two colors and five sizes).

2. A dog pillow bed made with a cooling gel that your furry BFF can totally chill out on and with the added layer of memory foam, you may just have to kiss those late-night cuddles with your pooch goodbye.

Large dog laying on gray memory foam dog bed in living room

Chewy

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Promising review: "My German Shepherd gets so hot while out playing and I am so thankful he really loves the pillow bed and chooses it over the floor to cool. He has two other beds he loves and when he’s hot, he used to always lay on the hardwoods. Now, he goes and lays on this bed instead of the floor, which is vital to protect his bones and joints." —RicoAndMe

Get it from Chewy for $39.99+ (available in two colors and three sizes).

3. A portable canopy cooling dog bed to make those last-minute beach trips a breeze for your pooch (especially if they're not the biggest fans of hot sand).

Black elevated dog bed with canopy over the top outside

Wayfair

Promising review: "This work out perfectly. We put it up on our pool deck so our dog can hang out with us. She loves it. It's easy to put together, very sturdy, light, and comfortable." —Lisa Rose

"Perfect for my dog who loves to sit on the portable cot. Will be super convenient once it gets really warm and she can hop right on to it for shade. Easy to put together ad easy to clean off as well." —Paola

Get it from Wayfair for $51.05+ (available in two sizes).

4. A Casper cooling dog bed with two super-cushiony, cloud-like layers of memory foam material that's worth the splurge if you find joy in giving your doggo only the beast, uh, best.

Blue, brown, and gray different sized dog beds stacked on top of one another on white background

Casper

Also includes a removable cover that's machine washable!

Get it from Casper for $125.10+ (available in three colors and three sizes).

5. A memory foam cooling dog bed made with a non-slip bottom so they can pounce on top of it right before nap time and it won't slip and slide all over the place.

Puppy sleeping on a gray memory foam dog bed on hardwood floor

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Promising review: "I live in coastal (Caribbean) Colombia where it gets dog-gone-hot from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. So, I was looking for something 'cooling' when I came across this bed. It comes tightly rolled and you are supposed to leave it out to expand for at least 24 hours, but when my dog saw it she went for it. She's 10-years-old and you could just see the complete relief in her face as the orthopedic gel made her joints and bones weightless while she laid there. It comes with a cover, that's like a plush toy material, but I don't use it. —Joanne

Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in four sizes).

6. A velvet cooling dog bed for the ulti-mutt lounging experience for your pooch as it supports your paw-tner's joints with a memory foam pad and gel for a cooler sleep.

Golden Retriever laying on a gray velvet dog bed next to bin of toys

Chewy

The inner activated micro-gel beads will help absorb your furball's body heat and cool your pet’s sleeping surface down by one or two degrees.

Promising review: "I have spent, a stupid amount of money on beds my dog wouldn’t sleep on. Each time, donating it off and swearing to never buy her another. She sleeps on a fluffy blanket, but she’s a giant Chocolate Lab and I know she needs support and cushion for her joints. So, as always, I ordered her another (this one, being the least expensive of them all). We opened it, I told her to lay on her bed, and now she won’t get off it! Really! She usually follows me CONSTANTLY, now I have to go looking for her, and she’s in her bed! I got the jumbo plus size and she has more than enough room to flop around and stretch out. I couldn’t be happier, and she’s in heaven. Sophia Louise thanks you, and so do her joints!" —Melyss

Get it from Chewy $30.99+ (available in three colors and five sizes).

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7. A reversible cooling dog bed to prevent your pup's panting from competing with the rumble of the air conditioner over who can be louder.

Reviewer image of larger dog with puppy on gray and blue dog bed

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One side helps insulate heat, while the other distributes heat to keep your dog cool. When those summer temps come you'll be glad to have this and any other problem-solving products for dog owners.

Promising review: "My family dog loves this bed! I love how there’s a warm side and cool side so our dog can be comfortable in every weather!" —Jessica Gonzalez

"It came rolled up but it came back to its full size within a couple of hours. It keeps my dog cool, looks nice, and feels great too." —natali iasagashvili

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in five sizes).

8. A water activated cooling pad you can just pop into the tub and watch as it ~magically~ puffs up creating a cool, yet mess-free bed for your pupper to take a warm-weather afternoon nap on.

Dog laying on top of purple dog mat in sun, orange dog bed mat in water

Cool Beds 4 Pets/Etsy

Cool Beds 4 Pets is a small family-owned shop on Etsy that's located in Lyons, Colorado, that specializes in handcrafted cooling products for pets.

Promising review: "This is a really great product. I soaked it in cold tap for about hour or so until it puffed up. I folded it to get out some dripping water in a towel and I let it sit in the towel for about a half hour. I think I’ve had it for almost two weeks and it has stayed cool for days. It feels damp when you touch it, but no water or moisture gets on your hand. I am very excited about using it for my long-haired Shih Tzu. I need to keep her cool and I plan on keeping her hair long haired. My dog goes with me everywhere and I will put a light towel on top when I use." —Lisa

Get it from Cool Beds 4 Pets on Etsy for $30+ (available in three sizes).

9. A cooling dog chaise you'll wish was made in human-size since its micro-gel beads absorb and wick away any body heat while the memory foam forms to your doggo's unique shape.

Gray and white dog laying on white and gray chaise-shaped dog bed

Chewy

Also includes a removable cover that's machine washable.

Promising review: "Our 65 pound Chocolate Lab is very picky about beds as she would much rather sleep on our bed whenever she can. She has taken to this new bed very quickly and I think the cooling gel keeps her from overheating at night, and the memory foam helps with her sore joints (since she's not a young puppy anymore). She loves that she has two sides she can curl up against and the size recommendation based on her weight was spot-on." —WIpup

Get it from Chewy for $50.99+ (available in two colors and three sizes).

10. A pressure-activated cooling pad for dogs some reviewers are even using for themselves because it's that good at keeping you (and your pupper, of course) cool all summer long.

Reviewer image of Basset Hound laying on blue cooling mat outside

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This unique gel doesn't require any electricity or batteries and takes up to 20 minutes to recharge when not in use.

Promising review: "I’ve only had it for two days, but clearly our double-coated dog approves. He has never slept up on the couch with us — he just gets too hot. Now, he’s curled up against me on his pad snoozing away. I’m so happy!!! I don’t care if it lasts six months or six years. It’s worth it that he’s comfortable." —Crystal S.

Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in three sizes).

11. A striped cooling dog bed to keep your pooch cool ~in style~ that you can easily transfer from one room to another — or even keep in their kennel for a peaceful sleep for your pooch (AND you).

Pink and white striped dog beds in different sizes stacked on top of one another

Chen Yu Fashion Store/Etsy

Chen Yu Fashion Store is a small shop on Etsy that specializes in that aims to create fashionable products for pets.

Get it from Chen Yu Fashion Store on Etsy for $27.89+ (available in two colors and three sizes).

12. An orthopedic cooling dog bed for protecting your older doggo's joints and muscles, while also making sure they don't overheat.

Large and small dog laying on gray orthopedic dog bed

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Keeping your favorite furchild cozy is just one of the things that are great for pet owners, especially if your puppy is a bed hog.

Promising review: "This bed is soooo great, I actually lay on it!! LOL. I purchased it for my first Akita Inu and they have multiple layers of fur. Living here in sunny California they get hot, so I purchased a second one for my second Akita Inu Yuki, and she loves it!! While I lay on it I don’t get hot and it’s SOO COMFY!!! IT’S WELL WORTH THE $$$! I put mine outside all day and night for my last dog, moving all over the yard to keep her in the shade, and it was still it perfect condition!" —kristina corjasso

Get it from Amazon for $53.99+ (available in 11 colors and six sizes).

13. A cooling pad for dogs that uses a pressure-activated gel to keep your doggo from overheating while they keep watch in front of the window (you know, to let you know when your packages are arriving).

Dog laying on top of camouflage cooling pad

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Promising review: "Finally, some peaceful sleep! I have a Bernese Mountain Dog, a breed that is typically hot-natured. I have his little area where he sleeps cooled with a couple fans and he still whines and thrashes around in discomfort at night. He will sleep belly up in to attempt cooling himself off. We even keep the temperature in the house cooler just for him. The past few nights with this have been the most peaceful nights we have had with him. He now sleeps through the night without whining and thrashing about uncomfortably. The cooling sensation is pretty much instant when you apply any pressure and I love how lightweight it is and easy to tote around the house to his favorite nap spots throughout the day and then upstairs to our room at night at bedtime. It is the perfect size to throw in the backseat for car rides too." —Nikki

Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in two colors and three sizes).

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13 Cooling Dog Beds To Keep Them Refreshed (And Comfy)

1. An elevated cooling dog bed over 32,000 reviewers (YUP, that's right!) claim is SO easy to assemble and the breathable material means once your dog climbs on, don't expect them to get off anytime soon.

2. A dog pillow bed made with a cooling gel that your furry BFF can totally chill out on and with the added layer of memory foam, you may just have to kiss those late-night cuddles with your pooch goodbye.

3. A portable canopy cooling dog bed to make those last-minute beach trips a breeze for your pooch (especially if they're not the biggest fans of hot sand).

4. A Casper cooling dog bed with two super-cushiony, cloud-like layers of memory foam material that's worth the splurge if you find joy in giving your doggo only the beast, uh, best.

5. A memory foam cooling dog bed made with a non-slip bottom so they can pounce on top of it right before nap time and it won't slip and slide all over the place.

6. A velvet cooling dog bed for the ulti-mutt lounging experience for your pooch as it supports your paw-tner's joints with a memory foam pad and gel for a cooler sleep.

7. A reversible cooling dog bed to prevent your pup's panting from competing with the rumble of the air conditioner over who can be louder.

8. A water activated cooling pad you can just pop into the tub and watch as it ~magically~ puffs up creating a cool, yet mess-free bed for your pupper to take a warm-weather afternoon nap on.

9. A cooling dog chaise you'll wish was made in human-size since its micro-gel beads absorb and wick away any body heat while the memory foam forms to your doggo's unique shape.

10. A pressure-activated cooling pad for dogs some reviewers are even using for themselves because it's that good at keeping you (and your pupper, of course) cool all summer long.

11. A striped cooling dog bed to keep your pooch cool ~in style~ that you can easily transfer from one room to another — or even keep in their kennel for a peaceful sleep for your pooch (AND you).

12. An orthopedic cooling dog bed for protecting your older doggo's joints and muscles, while also making sure they don't overheat.

13. A cooling pad for dogs that uses a pressure-activated gel to keep your doggo from overheating while they keep watch in front of the window (you know, to let you know when your packages are arriving).

Because even our pups sometimes need help to beat the heat:

13 Cooling Dog Beds To Keep Them Refreshed (And Comfy)

1. An elevated cooling dog bed over 32,000 reviewers (YUP, that's right!) claim is SO easy to assemble and the breathable material means once your dog climbs on, don't expect them to get off anytime soon.

2. A dog pillow bed made with a cooling gel that your furry BFF can totally chill out on and with the added layer of memory foam, you may just have to kiss those late-night cuddles with your pooch goodbye.

3. A portable canopy cooling dog bed to make those last-minute beach trips a breeze for your pooch (especially if they're not the biggest fans of hot sand).

4. A Casper cooling dog bed with two super-cushiony, cloud-like layers of memory foam material that's worth the splurge if you find joy in giving your doggo only the beast, uh, best.

5. A memory foam cooling dog bed made with a non-slip bottom so they can pounce on top of it right before nap time and it won't slip and slide all over the place.

6. A velvet cooling dog bed for the ulti-mutt lounging experience for your pooch as it supports your paw-tner's joints with a memory foam pad and gel for a cooler sleep.

7. A reversible cooling dog bed to prevent your pup's panting from competing with the rumble of the air conditioner over who can be louder.

8. A water activated cooling pad you can just pop into the tub and watch as it ~magically~ puffs up creating a cool, yet mess-free bed for your pupper to take a warm-weather afternoon nap on.

9. A cooling dog chaise you'll wish was made in human-size since its micro-gel beads absorb and wick away any body heat while the memory foam forms to your doggo's unique shape.

10. A pressure-activated cooling pad for dogs some reviewers are even using for themselves because it's *that* good at keeping you (and your pupper, of course) cool all summer long.

11. A striped cooling dog bed to keep your pooch cool ~in style~ that you can easily transfer from one room to another — or even keep in their kennel for a peaceful sleep for your pooch (AND you).

12. An orthopedic cooling dog bed for protecting your older doggo's joints and muscles, while also making sure they don't overheat.

13. A cooling pad for dogs that uses a pressure-activated gel to keep your doggo from overheating while they keep watch in front of the window (you know, to let you know when your packages are arriving).

Because even our pups sometimes need help to beat the heat:

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10. A pressure-activated cooling pad for dogs some reviewers are even using for themselves because it's that good at keeping you (and your pupper, of course) cool all summer long.