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Elevated Dog Bed Ratings & Reviews -- Based on Data From Over 700 Actual Owners

Page last updated December 11, 2009.


What You Need To Know
87% of actual owners included in our research say that they are satisfied with their elevated / raised dog bed. The two top brands, Coolaroo and Petmate, generally tend to be similarly competitive.

Pros
Off ground -- warmer in winter, cooler in summer; outdoor and kennel friendly; generally easy to clean; lightweight; usually durable; low price; value

Cons
Dogs may not take to it right away; needs assembly; material not especially soft

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What Is an Elevated / Raised Dog Bed?
Raised dog beds have a frame with four short legs and a knitted fabric cover which keeps the dog off of the ground. They are often used outdoors or in kennels and shelters. The use of a pillow on the bed can increase warth and comfort. Raised beds can also be beneficial to older dogs who have difficulty getting up out of bed.


About Our Research
Our research findings are based over 700 actual elevated / raised dog bed owner reviews / comments collected from diverse sources including online message boards and product review sections on retailers' websites.


Elevated / Raised Dog Bed Ratings
Sample size: 700+ owners of Coolaroo and Petmate brands.

87%
Good
$29
Good-Excellent
All
Good-Excellent
Thin
Fair-Good
Both
Fair-Good
Good


   

Satisfaction
While the clear majority of owners are satisfied with their elevated / raised dog bed, those who were not satisfied said the product was difficult to assemble, not soft enough, and or their dog does not use it.


Durability
Owners indicate that durability / longevity for this type of dog bed is likely significantly better than average. The product often lasts years with minimal maintenance (some occasional tightening of screws may be needed). The fabric of the dog bed may need to be replaced sooner. An aggressive or moderate chewer could destroy the product quickly.


Average price paid
Almost all owners paid less than $35 for their elevated dog bed.




Value
Given their reasonable price, effectiveness and durability, the beds represent a strong value.


Dog size
These dog beds come in different sizes to accomodate almost any sized dog.


Ease of cleaning
Cleaning generally involves using soap and a garden hose or just sweeping it off.


Padding
These dog beds have virtually no padding, but since they are elevated / suspended from the ground they provide reasonable softness and comfort.


Appearance
They often are available in a variety of colors.


Indoor / outdoor
Most owners use them exclusively for outdoors or in kennels, but they can be used indoors.


Travel friendly
Although they are lightweight, their fairly large size makes only fair travel companions.


Lightweight
Owners often find them easy to lift and move.