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Cave bed
Many small dogs suffer from anxiety. While there can be many causes for anxiety in dogs (separation anxiety, a fear of noises, or just general nervousness), the solution is often simple: providing them with a special place where they can feel protected. The Snoozer Orthopedic Cozy Cave Dog Bed is exactly this: a comfortable cave bed that your dog can burrow into, feeling safe and comforted. This bed is made from super soft sherpa material and has orthopedic support, and it's available in six colors. It also ensures that your dog is warm and toasty, which is great in the colder months - no blankets falling off halfway through the night.
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Memory foam bed
Memory foam is ideal for anyone - human or dog - who requires extra support when they sleep. The folks over at Casper understand this, and they make memory foam mattresses for people, and memory foam beds for dogs (from the same human-grade memory foam). The Casper Memory Foam Dog Bed is our top pick for memory foam dog beds. Made with durable material and encircled with a soft bolster to lean against, this bed will help your dog to sleep better than ever. Casper also has a money back guarantee within 100 days of purchasing the bed if your dog isn't happy with it (which is unlikely). Your dog will thank you for getting them the bed of their dreams.
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Donut style bed
If your dog likes to burrow into soft spaces and get comfy, the Sheri Calming Shag Vegan Fur Donut Cuddler is the perfect bed for your pup. This donut-shaped bed is soft, fluffy, warm and cuddly, and has a thick padded ring circling the center to ensure maximum comfort and safety. With 9,300 reviews on Amazon, this bed has been tried and loved my many dog parents. It's also a chic-looking addition to your interior decorations.
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Waterproof bed
Whether you have a puppy, a drooler or a dog that has accidents, sometimes it's just easier and safer to have a waterproof bed for your dog. We love the PetFusion Ultimate Dog Bed and Lounge because it's made of memory foam (your dog can always use extra orthopedic support), it has three sides of raised bolsters for your dog to rest against, and best of all, the cover is 100% waterproof and machine washable. With 3,400 ratings on Amazon, and lots of them praising how waterproof the bed is, you will be able to sleep at night without dreading waking up to a soaked dog bed in the morning.
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Tent bed
Some small dogs love to retreat to hidden spaces and feel protected. If you want to make your dogs special place more comfortable than it is behind the couch, consider getting your dog a Best Pet Supplies Pet Tent Soft Bed for Dog and Cat. This tent bed has structured fabric sides, and you can pop the whole thing in the washing machine when it needs a wash. It comes in faux suede, linen or corduroy, and it's also perfect for keeping your pint-sized dog warm in the colder months. With this bed, your dog will have their own safe space and they'll be kept extra warm. Sounds good to us!
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Electric heated bed
Electric heated beds can be very beneficial for older dogs that have joint pain, or short-haired dogs that have trouble keeping warm enough in cold weather. They're also great for dogs that just like to be kept warm! We love the K&H Thermo-Snuggly Sleeper as an electric heated bed for small dog. It has a supportive bolster around the edges of the bed, and a soft, squishy pillow in the middle - perfect for getting cozy. The heater uses 6 watts of power and it's designed for 24 hour use, so you don't have to freak out when you forget to turn it off after you've left the house. The temperature of the bed will never get warmer than your dog's body temperature, so there's no chance of your dog overheating. You can wash the cover in the washing machine, just remember to take the heater out first! Note that if your dog is a chewer, do not get this bed!
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Self warming bed
If electric heated dog beds aren't your thing and you'd rather getting a self warming bed for your beloved pooch, consider an Aspen Pet Self Warming Bed. These beds come in circular or rectangular shapes, and contain a Mylar interior layer that absorbs and reflects your dog's body warmth back to your dog. It's made with soft faux lambswool, and the bottom has grippy pads so the bed doesn't go skidding around the house. If you want to wash the bed, simply but the whole thing in the washing machine (but don't tumble dry it in case it shrinks). With 3,600 ratings on Amazon, this bed is a regular favorite for owners of small dogs.
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Dish style bed
Most small dogs love to feel safe and warm inside their beds. The dish style bed is a great design for dogs that love to curl up and feel totally enclosed in their beds. The OrthoComfort Deep Dish Cuddler from Best Friends by Sheri is one of the most popular beds for small dogs on the internet that provide this comforting dish shape. Made with AirLOFT fiber filling, which absorbs and radiates your dog's body heat back to your dog, this bed retains heat for three times longer than average beds. It's available in soft materials like sherpa or furry lux, and there are heaps of funky colors to choose from. The Dish Cuddler Bed has 5,400 ratings on Amazon at the time of writing, with owners of small dogs describing their dog's reactions as if they have "returned to the womb." Sounds pretty dang comfortable. Pay close attention to the sizing of this bed before buying it, as a few customers have had trouble with finding the right size for their dog.
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Mattress style bed
Just like humans, some dogs prefer to stretch out rather than curl up while they sleep, and tend to get hot inside a fluffy bed during the warmer months. The Purple Pet Bed is a great option for small dogs that need a supportive mattress style bed. Made from different layers of plush foam, a hyper-elastic polymer grid, and an antimicrobial, moisture-resistant, odor-neutralizing, and hypoallergenic cover (so your dog's bed won't smell of dog), this bed keeps a stable temperature and prevents your dog from overheating in the summer. This means that your dog won't be at risk of developing joint and hip problems that come from sleeping on the ground, because this bed will be as cool - and much more comfortable. Purple makes other human products, so you can be assured that their standards of comfort are high enough for your furbaby.
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Crate bed
If you're looking for a lightweight, portable dog bed that can be put inside crates, on top of elevated beds, or used by themselves, you can't go past the MidWest Deluxe Bolster Pet Bed for Dogs & Cats. With a whopping 16,500 ratings on Amazon, this bed is loved by many for it's super soft fleece cover, padded polyester cushion, and ability to be folded and transported. It's made specifically for small dogs (and cats), so owners with slightly larger or heavier dogs might find the thickness of the bed unsatisfactory. But for small dogs, this bed is portable, comfortable and very cheap (and it comes with a one year guarantee!).
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Plush bed
Small dogs often develop hip and leg problems because they are required to jump two or three times the size of their body to join their human on the couch. If your dog has developed pain from jumping too much, is a short-legged breed like Dachshunds, or just prefers to sleep closer to the ground, consider the Midwest Homes for Pets Deluxe Super Plush Pet Bed. It has a super soft plush surface and a non-skid bottom, and it's close to the ground without being too flat. You can pop the whole thing in the washing machine and dryer, and it won't lose its shape. With 11,900 ratings on Amazon, you can be sure that this is a quality bed.
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Orthopedic bed
Orthopedic beds are beneficial for all dogs: they help to soothe the joint pain older dogs feel, and can prevent future problems in young dogs. We love the FurHaven Pet Dog Bed as an orthopedic bed for small dogs. The bed is made with an egg-crate foam base that helps to evenly distribute your dog's body weight, and the top is made with soft terry fleece fabric. It comes in a flat mattress style and a sofa style with bolsters on three sides of the bed, and there are 36 different patterns and colors to choose from. The cover is machine washable and it's one of the more inexpensive options to choose from.
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Elevated bed
If you have a dog that tends to feel hot in the warmer months, look no further than the Coolaroo Elevated Pet Bed. This bed's off the ground design, HDPE fabric and steel frame will keep your dog cool by increasing the air flow beneath them, while also providing support. It's also much more hygienic than a traditional dog bed, with no creases or furry material to hold fleas, mold and dog hair. To clean a Coolaroo bed, simply wipe it with a damp cloth or hose it off. This bed is great for putting outdoors to keep your dog from sleeping on the muddy ground, and it will endure the sunshine, rain and chewing it might encounter. With 17,200 ratings on Amazon and countless good reviews online, plus a one year fabric warranty, we can guarantee that you and your dog will love the Coolaroo Elevated Pet Bed.
13 Great Dog Beds For Small Dogs (Best of 2020)
All dogs are unique, and every dog deserves to have a bed that suits their size, shape and preferences for sleeping. If your small dog is in need of a new bed, you're in the right place. We reviewed the newest and very best dog beds for small dogs, including:
If you have other large dogs, dogs that chew, dogs with hip dysplasia, puppies, anxious dogs, dogs that live outside, dogs that wet the bed, dogs that get hot in summer, or old dogs at home, we have the best beds for them too. Don't forget a car seat and a travel dog bed. If you don't know what you need, check out our top 25 dog beds of 2020. Also, check out this guide if you want to make owning a dog cheaper.
We reviewed the top dog bed of 2020 for each of the following categories: small dogs, medium dogs, large dogs, outdoor dog bed, waterproof dog bed, dog bed for a puppy, dog bed for anxious dogs, chew proof beds, orthopedic beds, crate pad, car booster seat for large dogs or small dogs, travel dog bed, self warming bed, electric heated bed, cooling bed for summer, bed for dogs with hip dysplasia, elevated bed, car seat hammock.
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