Raised Dog Beds

A raised dog bed, also called an elevated dog bed or dog cot, lifts your dog off the floor on a frame with a mesh or fabric top. Air flows underneath, so it suits dogs that run warm, large breeds and outdoor use. Our raised beds come in sizes S to XL, including a portable camping cot, with prices from £17.

Choosing Raised Dog Beds

Who a raised bed suits

Dogs that look for a cool tiled floor in summer often prefer a raised bed, because the mesh lets air flow underneath. It also lifts your dog off cold, hard or damp floors in the garden, a conservatory, a kennel or a tent. Large breeds that sprawl out appreciate the flat, firm surface.

Choosing the size

Measure your dog from nose to base of tail while it lies stretched out, then add 10 to 20 cm. Check this against the length of the sleeping area on the size chart. Our small elevated bed suits small dogs, and our metal frame cot in L and XL suits medium to large dogs.

Camping and travel

Our portable camping cot folds down for travel and comes as a cot only, with a fleece pad, or with a pad and canopy for shade. It is a handy choice for caravans, festivals and holidays. For more travel kit, see our Dog Car & Travel range.

Making it cosier

Raised beds are firm and have no soft sides, so dogs that like to curl up may prefer a blanket or pad on top in winter. The mesh wipes clean easily. If your dog prefers soft sides, see our sofa and bolster beds or browse all dog beds.

Frequently asked questions

Are raised dog beds good for dogs?

Raised beds suit dogs that run warm, large breeds and dogs that sleep outdoors or on cold, hard floors. The mesh lets air flow underneath and keeps your dog off damp ground. They have no soft sides, so add a blanket for dogs that like to curl up.

Are elevated dog beds good for large dogs?

Yes, many large dogs like the firm, flat surface of a raised cot, and it keeps them cooler in summer. Our metal frame raised bed comes in L and XL for medium and large dogs. Check the size chart against your dog's length when stretched out.

Can I use a raised dog bed outside?

Raised beds are often used in gardens, on patios and on camping trips, as they lift your dog off wet ground. Bring the bed in or cover it in heavy rain, and check the care section on the product page.

How do I clean a raised dog bed?

Brush off loose hair and wipe the mesh with a damp cloth. Check the care section on each product page for the frame and any pads or canopies.

What size raised bed do I need?

Measure your dog from nose to base of tail while lying stretched out, then add 10 to 20 cm. Choose a bed whose sleeping area is at least that long.