Washable Dog Beds: the whole bed in the washing machine
A washable dog bed is the most hygienic choice, especially with puppies or dogs that love playing outside. At Bopets you will find dog beds you can put entirely in the washing machine, practical and always fresh.
Why choose a fully washable dog bed?
The great advantage of a washable dog bed is the convenience: you put the entire bed in the washing machine, no fussing with zips or loose covers. After a wash at 30 °C, the machine-washable dog bed is completely fresh. Fully washable beds are especially practical for puppies still being house-trained, dogs that love rolling in mud and older dogs with incontinence. Discover what to look for below ↓
Washable dog bed vs. bed with washable cover: the difference
It sounds similar, but there is an important difference. A washable dog bed goes into the washing machine in its entirety: filling, cover and all. You do not need to remove or unzip anything. A machine-washable dog bed is therefore fully washable and exceptionally hygienic for daily use. A dog bed with washable cover on the other hand has a removable outer cover that you wash separately, but the filling itself cannot go in the machine. A washable dog bed is ideal if you want to toss the entire bed in the machine without any hassle. Both options have their advantages.
| Feature | Washable dog bed | Bed with washable cover |
|---|---|---|
| Washing | Entire bed in the machine | Cover only |
| Convenience | No zips or detaching | Unzip cover and wash separately |
| Drying time | Longer (entire bed must dry) | Shorter (cover only) |
| Filling | Polyester or foam flakes | Can also be memory foam |
| Ideal for | Puppies, active dogs, incontinence | Daily use, designer beds |
What to look for in a washable dog bed?
Filling and shape retention: choose a bed with polyester fibre filling that dries quickly after washing and retains its shape. Foam rubber is less suitable for full washing as it retains moisture for a long time.
Wash temperature: most machine-washable dog beds can be washed at 30 °C. Do not use fabric softener as it damages the fibres. Let the bed air dry completely before your dog uses it again.
Size: the same measuring rules apply as for regular dog beds. Measure your dog from nose to tail base and add 15 to 20 cm. A washable dog bed that is too small will be ignored by your dog.
Who is a washable dog bed ideal for?
Puppies that are still being house-trained and regularly have accidents. Active dogs that love swimming, rolling in mud or walking in the rain. Older dogs with incontinence or skin problems. And allergy-prone dogs where regular washing is needed to remove dust mites and allergens. With a washable dog bed you have the sleeping spot clean again in half an hour.
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