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All small dog beds
Little essentials. Lots of love.
Dog beds for medium dogs
Bone-Pattern Bolster Pet Bed and Accessory Options
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Indoor dog houses
Linen Teepee Pet Tent Bed with Cushion for Small Pets
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Bolster dog beds
Thickened Sponge Dog Bed for Small to Medium Dogs
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A little guidance
Help choosing small dog beds
Buying guides and care advice written for this range: what to measure, what matters and what to skip.
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These are the small sizes from our Dog Beds range: plush calming donut beds, pet sofas and chaise lounges with hidden storage, raised cot-style beds with canopies, canvas teepees with cushions, frilled mats and pillow sets, and a portable waterproof outdoor bed. The page is for owners of toy and small breeds, French Bulldogs, Dachshunds and puppies, and it covers which style suits which sleeper.
How to size a small dog bed
Watch how your dog sleeps first. Curlers that tuck into a ball do well in round donut beds sized to their curled diameter plus a few inches. Sprawlers that stretch out on their side need a rectangular bed measured from nose to the base of the tail, plus around 6 inches.
Small dogs can look lost in a big bed, and many prefer a snug one with raised sides they can lean against. If your dog is between sizes and likes to curl, choose the smaller; if it stretches out, choose the larger.
Bed styles for small dogs
Round plush donut beds with high bolsters are the most popular choice for small dogs that like to burrow and feel enclosed. Pet sofas and chaise lounges give a raised, furniture-style bed, and some hide a storage drawer for toys underneath.
Elevated cot beds lift the dog off a cold or hot floor and allow airflow underneath, which suits warm climates, patios and dogs that run hot; a canopy adds shade outdoors. Canvas teepees offer a covered den. A frilled mat and pillow set suits a crate or a sofa corner.
Breeds with particular needs
Long-backed breeds such as Dachshunds and Corgis benefit from a low-entry bed they can step into without jumping, and from support along the length of the spine. Older small dogs with stiff joints appreciate a thicker cushion and a low rim.
Flat-faced breeds like French Bulldogs and Pugs overheat easily, so a raised cot or a less insulated bed suits them in summer, saving the plush donut for winter. Tiny breeds that feel the cold, such as Chihuahuas, often love a deep bolster bed or a covered den they can burrow into.
Washing and keeping it fresh
Choose a bed with a removable, machine-washable cover, or a bed that can go in the machine whole. Small dog beds fit most home washers. Wash every week or two, more often in flea season, and dry fully before your dog uses it again.
Vacuum hair between washes and air the bed in the sun now and then. Replace a bed whose filling has gone flat or lumpy, or which your dog has started to chew, since stuffing is a swallowing hazard.
Placement
Put the bed in a quiet corner where your dog can still see the family, away from drafts, heating vents and direct sun. Many small dogs like a second bed in the bedroom at night.
For puppies, a bed in or beside the crate helps with settling, but pick a washable one and expect a few accidents. Hold back the most expensive bed until house training is reliable. A second, cheaper bed is handy for the car or a friend's house.
Small-bed structures and resting space
| Structure | Physical arrangement | Measure before choosing |
|---|---|---|
| Donut | A round center within a high rim | Usable inner diameter |
| Sofa or chaise | A raised furniture-style base with arms | Inner sleeping area and entrance height |
| Cot | Fabric above a rigid frame | Fabric area and frame footprint |
| Covered den | A resting space under a fabric roof | Entrance and covered interior |
| Mat and pillow | A flat layer with a separate pillow if listed | Mat size and included pieces |
What size bed for a small dog?
For curlers, a round bed a few inches wider than your dog curled up. For sprawlers, a rectangular bed about 6 inches longer than your dog from nose to base of tail.
Do small dogs like calming donut beds?
Many do. The raised, plush rim gives them something to lean on and a sense of being enclosed, which suits small dogs that like to burrow or curl up.
What bed is best for a French Bulldog?
Frenchies overheat easily, so an elevated cot or a breathable bed suits them in warm weather. A low-entry plush bed works in cooler months. Keep fresh water close by on hot days.
How often should I wash my dog's bed?
Every week or two, and more often if your dog is shedding, has fleas or comes in muddy. A removable washable cover makes it much easier.