Best Orthopedic Dog Beds For Senior Dogs (Jan 2023 Update)

My two dogs, who are very particular about laying on blankets and pillows, both gravitated to this bed as soon as I put it out for them. They love the combination of the orthopedic bed with the soft and fuzzy plush covering on it and will stay there for hours, when they used to only curl up on the couch with a blanket with a human. Their immediate satisfaction with the bed was a very pleasant surprise and I cannot stress enough how picky my dogs are about where/what they lay on and how much they love this bed. This bed is a game changer!!Bojax2016

I ordered this after my 60lb Golden girl refused to leave my sister’s Golden’s bed over the holidays. My sister told me where she got it and I ordered my girl one immediately! It is a nice thick bed with a very soft cover. I got the beige/cream color, which has a little bit more yellow tinge to it than I’d like, but it still matches our home decor & her hair color the best out of the options. I got the Jumbo size which gives her plenty of room to sprawl out when she wants. I love that it has a little height on the sides for when she wants her head elevated. I haven’t needed to wash it, but the cover does come off, so I know it’s an option (but can’t attest to how well it holds up to a wash).CSally9

I bought two of these for my Rough Collie. He was about 70-75 pounds and very old. I needed something to keep him off the hard floor. He road 1500 miles in the back of my car on his bed and was super comfy the whole way! We had them in the bedroom and in the living room for him. He loved them a lot. We had them for close to 2 years before another dog decided to keep urinating on them. I was able to wash the covers easily but the foam was getting really stained and gross smelling.Raquel C.

So far this bed seems great. My favorite part is that it didn't have any foam odor when it arrived! Foam seems very high quality. _x000D_ My dog has not used it much yet but I have noticed the top and bottom fabric of the bed is a bit slippery. The first time my dog got on the bed his backside slide off the bed as the bed moved forward. I probably would have been better off with a bolster style and different fabric for him especially now that he is an advanced senior. Something anti-skid on the bottom would also be a welcome addition. Small issues though, I'm very happy with this purchase.Julie C.

I have two dogs, a mini-Aussie in this size range and a border collie slightly larger than this range. Both use the bed happily (never together). The fabric isn’t showing any signs of wear. The egg crate is somewhat compressed, but still offers plenty of padding (I can’t touch the floor through it). We own two of these exact beds (one is 4 month of use and the other less than a month). This is holding up nicely compared to many more expensive beds on the market. I have been very happy with our purchases. We are repeat customers, not to replace the first, but to add another bed to the home in a different location.Michele G.

This is a well made dog bed. Easy to put together, very comfortable for my dog, stays cleaner than other dog beds, easy to remove and wash. I have a labrador retriever and initially got the large size, but exchanged it for the jumbo. The large size was a good size, but upon watching him sleep, i found out he likes to stretch out. Yes the jumbo size is very large and requires a lot of space in your room, but it is worth it to see him stretch out or curled up in his very comfy bed. A little pricey but he is worth it. I tried other beds and they are of inferior quality and won't last long. I highly recommend it. For your reference my dog is about 73 Lbs and measured 40 inches when laying down and lightly curled. Two dogs could fit in the jumbo bed if they decide to curl and lay next to each other. But not for stretching in a hot summer evening.Love Labradors 2

My 13 year old Lab was going for spirited 2 mile walks 4 months ago but alas, age it seems has finally caught up with my dearest and closest friend. His hips and knees have been noticeably troubling him, especially in the morning after a long sleep. He’s always had doggy beds but now more than ever I want him to be as comfortable as possible. This bed is FANTASTIC and my good boy loves it! He is 74 lbs but tall and lanky. The large measurements were too small for him, if you look in the picture the golden retriever in the large has zero room to stretch out. I am so glad I went with the XL. My sweet boy can lounge and stretch and get as comfy as his heart desires. I ordered the brown color but have a small blanket draped over it in the image. I couldn’t be happier with this purchase, the side pillows are icing on the cake, my boy is in high heaven!Babyduck

Great quality and fast shipping! My dog loves it! Literally got it the next day it was shipped! My dog is a 12 lbs shihtzu and I got him a small which is the perfect size. But, I would want it to be a little bit bigger so that there’s some extra space.Evvv

You can wash the outside of the bed fan but the inside is a paper bag filled with chopped up foam that can't be washed. i dont about everyione but I'll bet there goes outside and gets stinky. why would you sell a bed without a serviceable liner in it. I am thinking about throwing the inside bag away and buying another bed from a dufferent company that i can put inside that can be washed. The problem is that dog loves it ir i would throw it away. i have resirted to putting a large garbage bag over the stinky part so she can still use it until I can do better. To much work. Not worth it!!!Linda

This probably isn’t the review you’d expect, but my daughter LOVES this bed. When she was a few months old, we went on a family vacation and in lieu of spending $180 for a DockATot, we purchased this instead. This bed has literally been her obsession since that trip. Any time she sees it (even when I bring it downstairs to wash), she starts panting like a dog and rushes over to try and lay on it. We used it past the vacation and put it into her crib at home. She’s 20 months old now, and we’re trying to transition her to a toddler bed, but she keeps tossing and turning all night because she loves this dang dog bed so much and her regular toddler mattress just isn’t good enough for her. I came here to figure out what the minky fabric is that covers this darn bed so I can buy a fitted sheet of the same/similar texture to try and appease her and figured I would leave a review while I was here. We bought an extra when she was in daycare because she was having a rough time during nap time. Ohhh the laughs we got when I brought the dog bed in.. but it worked and she went right to sleep!Heather

It shrunk in size! Very disappointed in this purchase. They are making them smaller and the height is only 6 in compared to what the dimensions on the site saying 8 inches tall, they should be careful about that. They are making them smaller and that's to bad. Shrinkflation? Now my cat owns it but barely big enough for him. My Boston terrier is totally bummed about this 😢. Side by side comparison picture of older one vs new one.Laurie

This seems to be a good dog bed. Be prepared…. it takes 3 to 4 days for it to “fluff up”. It comes rolled up and it was really flat considering the specifications said it was 4” high! Letting it set to fluff it took about 3 days for it to become 4” high. The cover is a bit loose but does not bother my girl, she really likes her new bed. I feel this bed was worth the money, she spends more time on her new bed than she did on her old one.Linda

We purchased 2 xl beds. They came wrapped in plastic and vacuum sealed. The directions said they should fully expand in 24 to 72 hours. We are on day 5, and one of the beds is almost fully expanded, but the 2nd bed is still very squished in the center and corners. We are following the directions and shaking them several times a day. Im beginning to think the 2nd bed may have to be returned/replaced. I will give it a couple more days, but it dosent look like it has made any progress in the last couple days.Brenda101

I have ordered MANY dog beds in my lifetime but this one is the WORST one of all!! Why? The top "zip in" filler for the "armrest" is impossible to completely insert. I have YET to completely zip it in without nearly losing my breath because of the tugging, pulling, stretching, while TRYING to move the zipper! I thought I was in pretty good shape but putting in this armrest filler role is horrible. I would suggest the manufacturer use LESS filler or something but I would NEVER recommend this dog bed. To think I paid this much for TORTURE …..Linda

Researched many dog beds before deciding on this one. We were using a round dog bed without bolsters and when at a friends she wouldn't get out of their bed with bolsters so knew we needed this style. The Memory foam is firm without being rock hard; soft fabric. I have a 65 lb golden retriever and the large (36×28) is perfect. Inside width about 28". We have owed this about a month .. she loved it immediately. Price has increased since we bought it but would still buy it again.murph

Ordered this bed after purchasing the large Martha Stewart dog bed (which was more medium size). This extra large bed is very large – big enough for my husky and a smaller dog, too! My 55 lb husky loves this bed!GidgesMom

I have had 4 different dogs and constantly trying to find a well made durable dog bed for Shih-tzu's we're not talking Great Danes we're talking Shih-tzu's. These beds are well made. Constructed well with good material that wash up great! I can't say enough I bought another pair just to have as a backup. We own 4 people pillows which we are thrilled with as well. I appreciate talking to real people who have minds and a heart!! God Bless American Quality products and Christian Business owners!PJ

I own 3 other My Pillow dog beds (large), my dogs love them. We have never had issues w/them. I ordered this smaller one (medium) for my new pup, it wasn't even filled half way. Returned for refund. Very disappointing.Frustrated safe owner

My dogs love it! This is the second one I have bought. Pillow is soft and thick. Cover is comfortable, ruggedly made and easy to remove to wash and dry. Highly recommend!Beth Marie

This bed is amazing for so many reasons. My cat doesn't usually take to beds purchased from pet supply stores or big box stores because they smell like other animals, even after several washings. This time I tried buying online and I'm SO GLAD I did! The bed came quickly and was vacuum sealed. Sometimes items that are sealed like this smell of plastic or cleaning solutions, not this bed! It smelled great, fresh and clean. I followed the instructions for fluffing the fibers and tossing it in the dryer for a short tumble. It puffed up just perfectly. I placed the bed on my cat's favorite ottoman and in 2 minutes she was huddled down and sleeping. Best bed ever!!Melissa

My 2 multi shitz dogs love these beds. It's the "deep dish" they like & the edge they use like a pillow. I got 1 for each. They are med. Small 10 – 13 lbs. & with plenty of room. They snuggle way down when it's cold. Or just hang there heads out when it's warmer. Best purchase ever for us. Woof woof!jacljc

These dog beds are great for midsize or smaller dogs. They love to snuggle in these hugs of a bed. I bought two. They are washable and they are great to use in the car. The beds completely encompass the dogs or cat.Heather

Great bed. I bought a large size in amazon on sale for $70. Dont know if I would pay full price. But i feel it's worth $70. Looks pretty well made and i like the fuzzy pillow top. Dog laid in it right away so I think she likes it.Jessica D.

To have some simple directions how to put the beds together. Bought two to replace beds that my GSDs had been using for 3 years – that I paid $49.00 for.yooperphd

I have several memory foam beds that are three times as expensive and I purchased this as a backup. My 10 year old Golden who is not a fan of beds immediately snuggled in it and seeks it out to relax. The mattress has less support and is softer and lighter but it is her clear favorite. Loses one star because it was not easy to put together.Lodestar

This large doggie orthopedic sofa bed is the best bed I've bought for my boxer. He loves this bed. The first night of sleeping on this bed was the best night for me…why…because He didn't wake me up until 9am instead of 7:30 am to go out to potty. I believe he had a more comfortable sleep, also because he appeared to have more engery…jumping around like a Jack rabbit, circling around me wagging his tail as to say thankyou. He hasn't slept in his crate since sleeping on his new bed. I put his favorite blanket over it and now its not pulled all over the floor. Best bed for my buddy ever.Jazzy

The "cooling" side of the mattress is a lie. I know how cooling mattresses looks like and yours just have the color but not a cooling layer. My dog is very hot in his new bed during hot days and sleeps on the floor. Therefore, I feel cheated for having paid almost $50 for this bed. Also, the cover material is synthetic which naturally created heat and on top of a synthetic sponge creates a really too hot environment for my dog. The material is slippery so my elderly dog can hardly get up. The only reason I gave two stars is that the shape and height are good. Still, sizes you provide are inadequate and not a reflection of dog needs which is strange when Furheaven is in this business. My Yorki is a normal size. Yet, when I bought small which you recommend according to the size and weight chart as well as the sleeping area measurements you provided,he can fit well provided he is all the time in something like a fetus position and he doesn't move much. He cannot stretch or lie down in such a way so as to have at least an inch of space between himself and the sides of the bed. Dogs sometimes sleep in a stretched position and do need some extra space. Dogs also move during the sleep, swirl around, wiggle. So I had to get him a medium size which is really too big for him and the space where we keep it in our apartment but I am happy he has some extra space. Humans don't sleep in beds which are exactly their size. Standard beds even if a twin size have some extra space on all four sides because nobody stays in one position during the night. Why would it be any different for dogs especially when it's known that they sleep most of the time. I don't get it.Zenja B.

We absolutely LOVE this bed!!! It is extremely well made with separate zippered compartments for the bolster and bed padding. This makes it very easy to wash the cover and not the padding. I highly recommend the "Convoluted Orthopedic Foam" Mattress. As we live in California where the weather is warmer, the "Quilted" Cover material has been perfect all year round. This is actually our second bed that we bought. The first bed we bought for our an older dog who was starting to get arthritis and have back issues. We felt this bed greatly reduced his symptoms and made his last years much more comfortable. At a certain point we ordered a replacement cover for the first bed. It was still in such great condition when he passed that we could not get rid of it. Our new puppy found the bed and claimed it as her own. We decided to get a new cover for her along with another bed, so she had one in each room. We got the Medium size originally for a 35 LB older dog. The puppy is currently 20LB, but will probably be 35-40 LB as an adult. This has provided plenty of room for both dogs.Joan B.

Much more firm then the last “memory foam” mattress that we got for our dog. Doesn’t actually seem like memory foam at all. Just plain old high-density foam. He’s 13 and does not like it at all. I often find him laying on the floor next to it. Already trying to rip it up. He usually only does this when his beds get too worn out. This one won’t last long.Lindsay

The dogs love it! I bought the largest one and all three of my labs can lay on it, two comfortably. It’s thick with a removable, washable cover. It does sounds a little crunchy when they walk on it, I’m thinking its the protective plastic on washable cover.Christine

We have purchased the Premium Fleece Dog Bed for many of our dogs and they are always enjoyed by our dogs. They seem to find them comfortable to snuggle into the fleece and the soft, cushy filling. They are easy to clean with the quick zip-off cover. They fit nicely in spaces in any room. Our dog also has the LLBean couch bed and has really liked that too. I cover the couch bed with an LLBean dog blanket that I can wash quickly because it is not as easy to remove/replace the couch bed cover for washing as how easily the Premium Fleece Dog Bed cover can be washed. Our dogs don’t sleep on the furniture, but they always have a great dog bed in every room!Down Mainer

I purchased the Premium Fleece Dog Bed Set, Medium, Rectangular as well as the Replacement Cover in Denim. I have a 12 lb. Chihuahua/Fox Terrier that is about the size of an average Jack Russell or Beagle and she loves, loves, loves her bed. The padding is well made and has a little bit of a groove all around with a little bit of a bump in the center. So it is not completely flat, which I have learned from observing our furry pet that it serves a purpose. She likes to rest within the groove for security. On other days she likes to rest her head and chest on the bump in the center which elevates her a little bit. Our dog used have a cheap bed that became too soft and did not hold up well once it got old. Especially when she laid against the side walls. It had a tendency to flatten out. Plus, it had a plush-life fabric that was too warm in the summertime, and she would hang partially off the bed onto the hardwood floor which is cooler. So, comfort, temperature, structure, and durability were factors taken into consideration in searching for a new bed. I had read reviews about the padding falling apart in the washer or tearing from digging. I have not had to wash the pad because I have covered the bed and denim cover with a crib-size bed pad and a fitted bedsheet for added protection; and because our pooch has always enjoyed the feel and texture of a bedsheet. She just got used to looking for cooling spots on her beds after we tried keeping her cool on other retailer beds that had either foam or cheap fill which caused her become too warm. But she does love her Sherpa adult throw. Not familiar with L.L. Bean pet products, I decided to purchase the bed set that came with the fleece cover and also ordered the replacement cover in denim which is a soft denim. It is not stiff or rough as in jean denim. I was concerned the fleece cover might be too warm, and I wanted to have the option to change from a warmer cover to a cooler one being that it was summertime when my order arrived, so that was the reason in my purchasing the denim replacement cover as well. When my order arrived, I placed the denim cover on the pad and it has held up really well. It doesn't show dirt and our pooch likes it. I was afraid it would rip when she sniffed the bed and began digging but that has not been the case. So it has stood pretty well to that. I have not replaced the denim cover with the fleece cover yet, but weather is starting to change and getting cooler. I will probably change from the denim liner to the Sherpa liner soon. I also want to add that I ordered a medium size bed which is a little bigger than what is recommended for a dog her weight/size because she likes to spread out. That was also one reason why I chose a bed that is not enclosed or has side walls. If it's any help to anyone reading this review, the medium bed is about four inches short the length of a baby crib mattress. It's the best bed I have bought. I haven't seen anything else at other stores that meet the same quality of L.L. Bean products, and I highly recommend this bed.Mimi

We use these in our hotel for our guests that bring their dogs and, oh boy, do we get a LOT of guests with adorable dogs of all ages and sizes. These beds are holding up amazingly well through multiple washings. I'm actually here on the LL Bean website to order more because we have had so many dogs staying with us, we have had nights where we did not have enough dog beds to accommodate all of our four-legged guests. I highly recommend these beds. We have the Platinum color and they look very classy and are still so durable and stain-resistant. Do your pup (and yourself) a favor and give them this lovely bed to snooze on!Sha Sha

The bed is cute and sturdy, very well made (it can take my weight l). Looks like a little couch. However it’s not orthopedic. My dog already has a orthopedic memory foam dog bed from Sam’s Club and it’s way more comfortable. This bed feels lumpy and my dog prefers his memory foam mattress to the lumpy one on this dog bed. My only complaint it the mattress which is crap. It would have been perfect with it. Either way I’m out of approximately $100 for a fancy dog bed with a trash mattress that is so uncomfortable my dog won’t use it.Melissa

I needed something at least 11 inches high at the seat height so my dog could lay on it and see out the window. This is perfect and can be used with or without the backrest. I put a plush throw over the seat to make it softer and save wear and tear on the cushion. I did not want faux leather and was glad there was one that is all cloth. She loves it (so does my cat!) and I definitely recommend this pet chair!Stacie

Club Nine Pets Roma Orthopedic Dog Bed is all it says it is. Our dog has a new favorite place to hang out! She has a few years on her and hopefully, this will comfort her some. She sure seems to like it! I like that it is washable. We got large because she loves to spread out when sleeping. Happy dog, happy dog parents! She also loves that she can put her head up on the back lolRainDQ

This is a great, durable bed! Our puppy loves it! For some reason, my two older dogs refused to lay on them (we bought two). I think they may have been used to a firmer bed. They would step on it and immediately jump off. The puppy took to it immediately though.Diane

We got our dog bed 6 ish years ago and it's a favorite with our fur family. The sun and washing has lightened it but the stitching and zipper have held up amazing. We did add a piece of memory foam to the middle for our 14 year old dog when he was spending longer days on it (fit no worries). We're getting another but the first one has lots of life left in it. Completely recommend getting this for your fuzzy companion.S

We ordered this dog bed because our 7 month lab puppy has a tendency to chew anything he can fit his mouth around. After burning through two dog beds in 2 months, and pulling countless cotton balls out of my puppy's mouth, we decided to invest in a bed that would last. This dog bed has done just what we needed it to. It's large and very pillow-like. I've seen my puppy give it his best shot to break through the fabric to no avail, but he still loves how comfortable it feels. If you're like me, this product is everything you need.GarrettP

The chocolate color is rich. The plush material is soft, however, there is already a ripped seam – is easily repairable.N

I received this bed less than a month ago. It really looked beautiful when I first unpacked it and my puppy looooved it. It didn't take long however for him to shred the fuzzy part, which went all over the place. Everywhere I looked, I'd find bits of it. Then I washed it and I can see that a hole or 2 are going to appear very soon as the material thinned considerably. The suede bumper on the other hand is really solid (unlike the fuzzy part). Bottom line, great-looking bed but may be more suitable for older dogs.cody9

My 13 year old, 60-pound shepherd-collie mix has never been willing or interested in sleeping in a dog bed in her life. I have tried and failed in this a few times, but her stiffness in the morning after sleeping on the floor broke my heart and I decided to try again. This bed (size Large) is probably a bit larger than she needs, but she loves it! No bribery needed. She walked right onto it to explore and then to lie down, and it is now her 'go to' place to nap and sleep all night. The first time she used it, I sat next to her on the floor to give her lots of praise, and she just kept licking my hand and giving me kisses to say thank you! Most importantly, she seems to have an easier time 'getting out of bed' in the morning now that she is sleeping on her new orthopedic foam bed. This is a great product!cdavis0627

My Lab loves this bed! It's her second. The first one lasted several years. I was happy that I could find it again. She weighs 80 lbs and the medium size is perfect for her. It is very well made and durable. The bolster is deep and firm, but still comfy for resting her head on it and the fleece covered bed gives good support. I wouldn't mind having one for myself! The only thing I wish is that it was easier to get the removable cover back on after washing.Maureen

Lovely tool ,so easy to use ,spray the chemicals ,then over with the rotary cleaner ,dirt disappears instant ,excellent tool,highly recommended,georgebrehm.0208