What is the Best Dog Bed for My Pet?

Choosing the right bed for your puppy can really help them settle into their new home and get started on the right foot with training. There’s a lot to consider—like style, size, and what will work best for your space—so it’s a good idea to have both a bed and a crate as part of your new puppy setup for house training.

Keep in mind that puppies love to chew and might have accidents, so experts recommend picking a bed that’s chew-resistant, washable, and won’t break the bank. Shelby Semel, dog trainer and founder of Shelby Semel Dog Training, advises, “Until you know your puppy’s chewing habits, go for a bed with no stuffing inside. Also, avoid large zippers or anything they could chew off and swallow.” But the most important thing is to get to know your puppy’s sleeping style. Shelby also suggests getting a few different beds so your puppy can tell you which one they like best.

After testing over 70 pet beds—each in homes with dogs (and even cats!)—we’ve got some top picks to recommend for all sorts of puppy needs.

Best Overall

PetFusion Ultimate Dog Bed

What We Like:

• Sturdy bolster filled with recycled polyfill
• Available in three colors and four sizes
• No-skid bottom
• Solid memory foam core
• Machine washable cover
• Water-resistant

What We Don’t Like:

• Not chew-resistant

The PetFusion Ultimate Dog Bed features a 2.5-inch thick memory foam base, providing a firm yet comfortable surface. For extra coziness, it includes a bolstered rim that wraps around three sides of the mattress. This bolster, filled with recycled polyfill, gives your puppy multiple resting options and a sense of security.

The cover is removable and machine washable, making it easy to clean. Plus, it has a no-skid bottom to keep the bed in place, and a waterproof liner to protect the memory foam from accidents—perfect for puppies in potty training. There are also two zipper compartments for toys and treats, which can help your puppy start to think of the bed as their own special spot.

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The PetFusion Ultimate Dog Bed comes in three colors and four sizes. The smallest size (25 by 20 inches) is perfect for most puppies and will still be useful as they grow into small breeds.

• Sizes: Small, Large, X-Large, Jumbo
• Materials: Polyester, cotton, memory foam, and recycled polyfill in the bolster
• Colors: Sandstone, Brown, Slate Gray

Best for Young Puppies

MidWest QuietTime Deluxe Pet Bed

What We Like:

• Machine washable and dryer-friendly
• Seven sizes available
• Fits inside most crates
• Soft, plush, and cozy
• Non-skid bottom

What We Don’t Like:

• Not chew-resistant

If you’re looking for an affordable, easy-to-clean bed for your new puppy, the MidWest QuietTime Deluxe Ombre Swirl Pet Bed is a great choice. It has everything you need: it’s soft, cozy, and comes with a non-skid bottom to keep it in place on different floor types. Its rectangular shape fits inside most crates, making it a perfect addition to your puppy’s setup. Plus, it comes in two neutral colors—grey and taupe—and seven sizes to fit all kinds of puppies.

After months of testing with a 15-pound Pug, this bed still holds its shape and continues to look great. Our puppy tester loves bringing their Kong toy filled with dog-safe peanut butter to the bed, and it’s gone through multiple rounds of machine washing and drying without any issues.

This bed is soft enough for puppies who love to snuggle, but it’s also durable enough for diggers. It’s a great starting bed as you figure out your puppy’s habits.

If you’re looking for other options in the MidWest QuietTime collection, we also recommend the MidWest QuietTime Bolster Bed with a raised cushioned perimeter for self-soothing, or the MidWest QuietTime Defender Crate Pad, which has extra stain-resistant fabric.

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• Sizes: 18, 22, 24, 30, 36, 42, and 48 inches
• Materials: Faux fur, polyester, cotton
• Colors: Grey, Taupe

Best Crate

MidWest iCrate Dog Crate

What We Like:

• Internal divider to adjust the space as your puppy grows
• Seven size options
• Easy to assemble
• Works perfectly with MidWest QuietTime Pet Beds
• Two side doors with safety latches

What We Don’t Like:

• Only one color option

The MidWest iCrate Dog Crate is a great choice for puppies because it comes with an internal divider that lets you adjust the crate space as your puppy grows. This means you can get a larger crate than you need right now, so it’ll last longer than just a few weeks.

After testing 20 different dog crates, we found this one to be perfect for puppies. It comes in seven sizes, has a removable tray at the bottom for easy cleaning, and is made from a durable wire frame that can handle all the chewing and pawing. The divider is especially helpful for potty training, as it keeps the space small, reducing the chance of accidents inside the crate.

Of course, messes can still happen while your puppy is learning, but the leak-proof plastic pan slides out easily to contain any liquids, making cleaning much simpler than other options.

As dog trainer Shelby Semel points out, some puppies prefer to see you while in their crate, while others feel more settled in a covered crate. MidWest offers a cover that fits snugly over the crate, and we recommend the MidWest QuietTime Pet Bed for added comfort. It’s our top pick for young puppies, and it’s machine washable too.

This crate is also easy to take apart for travel. So if you’re someone who moves around a lot, you can use it at home and then take it with you on trips, keeping your puppy’s routine consistent.

• Sizes: X-small, small, medium, medium/large, large, x-large, and xx-large
• Materials: Metal, plastic
• Color: Black

Veterinarian Dr. Dawn Filos, with over 30 years of experience, advises, “I think all puppies, with almost no exceptions, should be crate trained.”

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Best Sofa Bed

FunnyFuzzy Double Layer Pet Couch Sofa Bed

What We Like

• Easy to set up
• Removable cushion cover that’s washable
• Fun colors and patterns
• Works for both cats and dogs

What We Don’t Like

• Has zippers
• Not the best for very energetic puppies

The FunnyFuzzy Trendy Striped Faux Lambswool Double Layer Cat & Dog Sofa Bed is super easy to set up, comfy, durable, and totally cute. We recently tested it with a ragdoll cat (about 15 pounds, similar to a small dog).

When it arrives, you’ll need to assemble it, but it’s simple — just pop the interior pads into the bed’s shell. Our tester found it sturdy but lightweight, so it’s easy to move around the house. However, it might not be strong enough if you have a really hyper puppy.

This sofa-style bed comes in four sizes and features a machine-washable, dryer-friendly cover that zips off. Inside, there’s foam to support joints and spread out pressure points.

Sizes: Medium, Large, XX-Large, XXX-Large
Materials: Faux lambswool fabric, cotton padding
Colors: Beige, Rose, Black