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I thought I should look into non toxic dog beds since I was going chemical-free in my home. To my surprise, eco pet beds, or more specifically chemical free dog beds can be hard to find.
Here you’ll find several dog beds NOT made in China. Choose from beds for pets with joint issues, durable dog beds for dogs who are “ruff” with their bed, and organic to vegan dog beds. If your dog prefers the couch, here is a Formeldahyde free kids couch that is also CertiPUR-US and Greenguard Gold Certified.
Why you should buy a Chemical free Cat Bed and Dog Bed
Pet beds could be filled with numerous chemicals. How? China is allowed to use chemicals that are banned in the United States. Unfortunately, 90% of pet beds are made in China and they are allowed to be shipped and sold to us with those banned chemicals inside of them.
Pet beds made in China were tested in several independent studies. One study showed that pet beds from China contained heavy metals like lead, arsenic, mercury (directly linked to cancer), and other dangerous toxins.
A separate study done by EWG stated that dogs’ and cats’ test results showed they had 48 of 70 industrial chemicals tested in their system and many of their levels tested higher than found in humans! One example is the test results showed cats were 23 x’s higher in flame retardants.
Getting a chemical-free bed is safer for your pets and going chemical-free is a top tip to reduce your pet’s cancer risk. *Chemical-free certification definitions are found here.
Non Toxic dog beds made in the USA
Rated “Best Orthopedic dog bed” by one website, this may be an ideal pet bed for your senior dog and cat. Also great for a dog or cat with arthritis. I had sold the most of these beds, so I rate it as my BEST non toxic dog bed for 4 years running!
You can buy these Non Toxic dog beds in 2 versions
1. Rectangular dog bed with no bolster
2. Non Toxic Orthopedic dog bed (aka non toxic Bolster dog bed, it’s a dog bed with a back and sides, pictured here). It also makes a great non toxic cat bed.
It comes with a removable bed cover and you can buy a replacement dog bed cover should you need a new one. This is exciting because some pet beds do not have removable covers and if they do, you may be only able to pull out the bottom layer but not the bolster layer.
Tip: check their sales page for discount codes up to 20% off. They also offer monthly payment options.
Toxin free pet bed details:
- Dog bed warranty: 30-day Risk-Free Trial and a 3-year warranty!
- Dog bed Chemical Free Certifications: These non-toxic dog beds are Greenguard Gold and Climate Neutral certified (very few dog beds meet this standard!)
- Dog bed inner material: CertiPUR memory foam dog bed is made up of 2 layers equaling a 4-inch thickness
- Inner liner: Waterproof liner to protect the layers
- Removable Outer Cover: Intertek-certified dye, Machine washable, removable dog bed cover. *The bolster dog bed has 2 zippers, the flat dog bed has 1 zipper, and both have a non-skid bottom
- Replacement dog bed cover: replaceable dog bed covers are available for both versions!
- Dog bed durability: canvas blend, stitching to help it hold up against scratching, digging, and nesting
- Colors: 3 colors to choose from
- Sizes: small, medium, large, and X-large. *Cats love this small bed!
Buyer beware, some pet beds look like these beds and use misleading terms in their descriptions that can be confusing for well-intended buyers. Watch out for terms such as 1) human-grade foam which sounds good but that does NOT mean it is chemical-free foam, it HAS to say Certi-Pur foam! 2) Made in the USA, this can be a trick because although the company is based in the USA or the product is designed in the USA, that does NOT mean they don’t get their products from China. This dog bed is a prime example of these terms and is a dog bed I would NOT recommend!
Organic Dog Bed made in the USA
If your dog takes over your bed, now they can have their own GOTS dog bed!
These non toxic dog beds and dog bed frames have the HIGHEST chemical-free certifications of all the beds on this blog (the one above is the second-highest-rated).
Tip: check their sales page for discounts of 10-20% off
- Anti-odor, antimicrobial, and naturally hypoallergenic
- Certifications: GOTS, GOLS, and Made Safe Certified
- Company info: USA Made by Certified B Corp
- Organic Pet bed warranty: 30 night Trial
- Dog bed inner material: Coconut and Organic Dunlop latex dog bed
- Organic dog bed cover material: made from organic cotton, is removable and machine washable
- Colors: 4 colors to choose from
- Sizes: small/medium or large/X-large
- Made from FSC-certified reclaimed wood
- Zero-VOC stain
- 2 sizes: small/medium or large/extra large
Natural dog beds with 4 different materials to choose from
You have several choices for these USA made non toxic dog beds as each has a different filling or material they use.
These pet beds come in 6 color options, all of the beds come in solid colors, they have several sizes small, medium, and large, and are made in the USA.
Two factors are important when picking a bed. Health and sleeping style. Although this only comes in a rectangular-shaped bed and not a bolster bed or pet couch, the description may help you determine the right feel for your pet.
- Their pure virgin wool dog bed {Humanely raised sheep. Wool is a natural flame retardant} is considered a soft dog bed.
- The medium pet bed is a wool and latex dog bed. Tip: I have found latex Cat beds and latex dog beds to be popular choices. It could be because latex is expected to last 10 years.
- If you’re looking for a plant-based pet bed this Organic dog bed is for you. This organic cotton dog bed works for pets who need a medium-firm pet bed.
- The firm dog bed is also a vegan dog bed.
Oeko-Tex dog bed Made in USA
I have personally seen and touched this bed. It was not heavy and was enjoyed by both a senior dog and a puppy.
I have recommended this company’s dog toys for many years and now I want to share their dog bed.
- Low profile dog bed makes it easier to get in and out of
- Colors: 4 colors to choose from
- Sizes: 4 sizes Small, Medium, Large, and an Extra large dog bed
- Filling: made from recycled materials that are not supposed to flatten
- Replacement parts: they have bolsters and a dog bed cover if you need to replace part of the bed
- They have their own facility so they have complete control over the dog bed
Temperature regulating dog bed
If your dog always seems hot or you find them laying on the floor often? These non toxic dog beds may be the ideal bed for a dog who runs hot.
Also, this CertiPUR dog bed has one layer that stretches, and therefore it may stand up to “digging” better.
Temperature neutral dog bed details:
- Dog Bed Certifications: Certipur foam
- Dog bed for a dog who is always hot: keep your pet more comfortable and off the floor with this bed
- Dog bed filling: Pressuring relieving layer made from recycled ingredients and several layers of foam, 5″ total thickness
- Dog bed Cover: Antimicrobial, resistant to smells, can stand up to nesting/digging, and has a washable cover
- Sizes: 3 sizes available. (Small: works for a small dog as well as a cat bed)
- Dog bed warranty: 100-day trial and 1-year warranty
This is not a cot dog bed. Although those may get good airflow, I can’t imagine laying against the pole frame is comfy.
Toxin free dog bed for extra large dogs
There are non toxic dog beds for Great Danes too! You can choose from one of the rip-resistant dog beds below made from CeriPUR foam or can buy a non-toxic crib mattress to use as a toxin-free XL dog bed. It is basically a human dog bed.
Chew Resistant dog beds
- Dog bed Certifications: CertiPUR dog bed
- Dog bed inner material: CertiPUR memory foam, shredded or solid, 3 layers for a total of 5-inch thickness
- Replacement dog bed cover available
- Shape: rectangle and bolster dog bed
- Colors: 15 options
- Dog bed guarantee: 120-day chew guarantee
- Sizes: several sizes including non toxic extra large dog bed
7 ” thick non toxic XL dog bed:
- Certifications: CertiPUR foam dog bed
- Dog bed inner material: CertiPUR memory foam, 3 layers, 7 inches total thickness (not including headrest)
- Replacement dog bed cover available
- Warranty: 1-year sleep trial and 10-year warranty
I hope you find a pet bed you love! Comment below to let me know which bed you picked or if you need something not listed here like a custom dog bed or cat bed, I may be able to help.
Please do a blog on cat tress. They are sooooooo toxic. And my house is full of them as I didn’t realize. Cats like CARPET. The couple of cat trees that are for sale are terrible. They can’t get cozy like the toxic ones. Ugh. There has to at least be a happy medium somewhere somehow I know that there are companies that are trying to make sure the wood is carb compliant but they all seem to lose when it comes to the carpeting which has a lot of offgassing
Thank you for your confidence in my research abilities. This is not a topic I am planning on writing about at this time. If your cat tree is older, it has likely off gassed some from the paint/stains and carpet. Could you take off the carpet and add the non toxic cat bed I have listed? if the bed would slide from them jumping then maybe some double-sided velcro would hold it? Sorry I am more versed in dog products than cat products so that is just off the top of my head.
I just ordered the first bed on your blog. I’m looking forward to trying it and seeing how my bernedoodle likes his new bed. Thank you for your informative article. I found it doing a duck duck go search for gols certified dog bed and I want made in the USA. I wish our government would stop allowing import of dangerous beds. 90% of the market?! Misleading descriptions? How awful for innocent pets and pet parents trying to provide a comfortable bed.
I’m so glad you found this helpful and thank you for telling me how you found my blog. I hope you and your dog are very happy with the bed!
Thank you for posting about the toxic chemicals found in our dear pet’s beds. Yes we have to be very careful! I am writing to let you know that Microsuade is very toxic to not only our pets, rebut ourselves. In fact microparticles are released into the air and breathed into our bodies each time our dogs or cats scratch the surface or turn over on their beds. ………….
The goal of this article is to get the best pet bed with the least amount of chemicals. To address your comment, I’m not sure which bed you are talking about specifically but if I had to guess I would say you are referring to the Oeko-tex bed. This pet bed ONLY has microsuede on the non-skid bottom. Since it is only on the bottom and is not in direct contact with your pet, I am not overly concerned. Please note, I contacted the company myself to verify this being as the product page stated it was the non-skid bottom only yet an OLD blog stated otherwise. They clarified the bed cover WAS made from microfiber in past years…but is not any longer. For the last year the bed cover is made from a knit fabric.
I am looking for a chemical free donut dog bed for my 20 pound furbaby. Any ideas? I have a bed but it is mostly a flat cushion and my furbaby was used to a shaggy donut bed which he misses very very much. Due to the chemical aspect, I have removed it but I know he misses it terribly. He is cold natured and likes to burrow down into it and it was very nice to lie his head on with a little incline. Thanks.
NO round shaggy bed. The beds that may be of interest are the 1) bumper bed on top of this blog is my most popular bed. Save 15% when you use the discount code located on their website or 2) the bed the golden retriever is laying on in this blog has a low bumper and may have a similar feel.
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Are the donut cozy beds from China safe for dogs?
If the donut dog bed is from China, which is likely since 90% of pet beds are made in China, then it will contain chemicals.
From China. Unfortunately they don’t have the same standards, and even children’s clothing and backpacks from China have been known to contain lead and formaldehyde. I wouldn’t risk buying a pet bed from China.
Cats need different shaped beds. Mine like to cuddle. I notice the higher the back is the more they choose that to sleep in. I have 2 brothers that will relax ( oh the life they have..lol) on the big flat but fluffy dog bed.
So wondering if you might start selling cat beds specifically?
The first bed listed is one I actually found out about from a cat YouTube channel. 🙂
It’s good to know that dog beds that aren’t made in China will have a lower risk of chemicals and causing your dog to get cancer. My wife and I love our dog, and we’d like to get him his own bed so that he stops sleeping in ours. We’ll keep this information in mind as we continue to search for the right bed,
My brother has dogs and he wants to provide a pet bed for them. It was explained here that when looking for a bed, he should make sure that the bed has dog certifications before using. I’ll pass that along.
Yes the certifications are important. Thank you for sharing!
This is so important considering all the time a dog spends on his/her bed. Thanks for the helpful information.
I agree…. I consider myself a good pet owner and never considered this. Mine are orthopedic foam. Is that the good kind?
Check to see if your dog bed has a tag (like a mattress tag) to see if it says Polyutherane or CertiPUR foam. If it says the later, it has the least amount of chemicals in foam that makes your dogs bed.
It’s poly. Ugh cr*p.