Coolaroo Original Elevated Cooling Dog Bed, Large, Nutmeg

The Coolaroo Original Elevated Dog Bed is a cot-style bed: a breathable knit fabric stretched over a steel frame that holds your dog about 8 inches off the floor. The Large size is rated for dogs up to 100 lbs.

Who it suits

Dogs that run warm, dogs that spend time on a patio or porch, and owners who want a bed they can hose off. It is a good base for a crate-free sleeping spot or a second bed outdoors.

Key facts

• Large frame is 51 x 31.5 in, rated to 100 lbs (Coolaroo)
• Raised about 8 in for airflow on all sides (Coolaroo)
• Knitted HDPE fabric on a powder-coated steel frame (Coolaroo)
• Rinse with a hose or mild soap, no machine washing (Coolaroo)
• 5-year fabric and 1-year frame warranty (Coolaroo)

What reviewers say

Popular Science picked it as the budget choice among cooling dog beds. They liked that it cools with plain airflow, holds its shape, is tough for dogs to wreck and packs flat, and noted the fabric is not machine washable.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Cools without gel or power
• Pro: Works indoors and outdoors, hoses clean
• Pro: Sizes for dogs up to 150 lbs
• Con: Some assembly needed
• Con: No cushioning on its own

Cautions

• Replace a torn cover so nails and paws do not catch.
• A raised bed is not a fix for heat stress: give shade and water, and call your vet if your dog seems overheated.
• Watch heavy chewers until you know they leave it alone.