Your dog is always lying on the sofa, which isn’t allowed? Is it too uncomfortable for him on the floor? Then a dog bed is a good alternative in which your dog can make himself comfortable and still not get in the way.
Dog beds are made of many different materials. One of my favorites is faux leather because, among other things, this material is particularly easy to care for.
In this article I will introduce you to my top 5 imitation leather dog beds and explain which criteria I pay particular attention to when buying one.
Top 5 faux leather dog beds in comparison
Knuffelwuff dog bed Madison
We start with the orthopedic dog bed from Knuffelwuff. It is equipped with a cold foam mattress, which adapts to the body shape of your four-legged friend when sleeping and thus enables him to sleep as naturally as possible.
The orthopedic mattress is not only very comfortable, but also ideal for keeping your loved one healthy. Because the better sleeping position relieves the sensitive back and joints. The result is less tension and pain.
The dog bed is made of easy-care, laser-quilted imitation leather. It does not absorb hair or odors and is water-repellent. If it is dirty, in most cases it is sufficient to wipe the material with a damp cloth. The covers are also removable.
Overall, the synthetic leather is very robust. Both bites and scratches cannot harm him. In the long run, however, you should still teach your dog not to constantly chew or play with the material.
The high edge is filled with foam flakes and is therefore very soft and comfortable. So that your dog does not have to jump when getting in and out of his bed, there is a place where the edge is lowered.
CopcoPet Rocco dog bed
The CopcoPet dog bed is also made of artificial leather, is scratch-resistant, odorless and water-repellent. Hair or dirt don’t stand a chance. The cover can simply be wiped off or washed in the washing machine at 30 degrees.
The edge is very soft and thickly padded. This way your dog cannot fall out of the bed. Some four-legged friends also use the edge as a headrest when sleeping. At the entrance, the edge is lowered so that even small or older dogs can easily get into the bed. This is also very practical for dogs that are injured or have just had an operation.
When you buy this dog bed, you can decide whether you want the product to be filled with foam flakes or an orthopedic visco foam mattress. The latter is particularly good for keeping your dog healthy. Dogs that already have joint or back pain should never be left to sleep without an orthopedic mattress.
Of course, the different quality levels of the filling are also reflected in the price. The orthopedic variant costs significantly more, but is definitely worth the money.
Dog bed manufacturer Similpelle dog bed
This dog bed comes from the brand Hundebettenmanufaktur and is very popular because of its modern look. It is available in many different colors so that the bed fits into every apartment.
The artificial leather material is very easy to care for and hygienic. It does not absorb liquids. So you no longer have to worry about not being able to get dirt stains out of the material if your dog comes in with dirty paws. Faux leather is also a good choice for incontinent dogs because it doesn’t absorb odors.
All you need to clean is a damp cloth. The covers of the mattress are removable, but in most cases this is not necessary because wiping them off is sufficient.
Dog bed manufacturer Dog bed PicoBello
The brand Hundebettenmanufaktur has also made it into my top 5 dog beds list with a second product. The PicoBello model is made entirely of artificial leather. Unlike the other test products, even the floor was made of this material.
Artificial leather is known to be easy to care for and, thanks to its water and dirt-repellent properties, is even suitable for outdoor use. This is very practical, especially in the warm summer months, as it gives your dog a comfortable place to lie down outside.
The model has a relatively flat edge, which ensures a more comfortable entry and a better all-round view. Dogs in particular, who like to observe everything, get their money’s worth here.
In the largest version, the bed only costs around 60 euros. This means that the price-performance ratio is very good.
Tierlando orthopedic dog bed Sammy
The last product is also the most expensive in our test. The tierlando dog bed is available up to a size of 2.20m and is therefore bigger than any other bed in this test. Although this information is the external dimensions, the internal dimensions are also very generous. So even very large dogs or several small to medium-sized four-legged friends will find enough space to stretch out comfortably.
The high-quality imitation leather cover is very hygienic. A wipe or wash in the washing machine is enough and everything looks like new. He doesn’t pick up hair. Even liquids such as saliva, urine or from wet paws cannot penetrate the cover.
An air-permeable, breathable fleece ensures good ventilation. So the dogs don’t sweat too much in the bed, even in summer.
By the way, the model is available in different materials. In addition to imitation leather, polyester, velor or imitation leather velor can also be selected.
The mattress is orthopedically equipped with visco foam. This filling provides optimal relief for the bones and joints so that your dog can sleep comfortably. Since the mattress adapts to the body shape of your dog, this dog bed enables particularly healthy and natural sleeping habits.
You can find more orthopedic dog beds here in my article.
Purchase advice
For which dog is a dog bed made of imitation leather suitable?
Dog beds are made from a variety of materials. The most common are fabric and faux leather.
Faux leather dog beds are particularly easy to care for. They can simply be wiped clean with a damp cloth and will look like new. Some of the imitation leather covers can even be washed, but in most cases this is not necessary.
This goes hand in hand with the insensitivity of imitation leather to liquids. Dogs often drool, sometimes come home with dirty, wet paws or sometimes become incontinent as they get older. In such situations, it is useful that imitation leather is water-repellent, so the dirt only stays on the surface. Odors also do not penetrate the material.
Fabric, on the other hand, picks up dirt quickly. Wiping often makes the dirt even worse, which is why you have to wash fabric covers much more often. With fabric, it can also happen that stubborn dirt and odors can no longer be removed so well over time.
Overall, dog beds made of imitation leather are recommended for everyone because they require significantly less maintenance.
However, some dogs don’t like the relatively «cold» surface that much and prefer cuddly, fluffy materials. If necessary, it can help if a blanket is placed in the imitation leather bed. This is also useful to protect the material.
Here is a recommended video on how to get your darling used to the new dog bed:
What should you look out for when buying a faux leather dog bed?
When buying a dog bed, you should pay attention to a few criteria so that you are not disappointed later. I personally pay particular attention to the following characteristics:
1st Materials
The material should be of high quality and well made. This makes it robust and durable and you can benefit from the purchase for a long time. In order to get information about the quality of the material, I often read through the existing customer reviews on the usual sales platforms.
In addition to the outer material, which can be made of fabric or imitation leather, for example, the filling material is also very important to me. The filling must be soft and comfortable. It shouldn’t clump or lie flat.
The most ideal is an orthopedic filling made of visco or memory foam. These materials conform to your dog’s body shape, allowing your dog to sleep in its natural lying position. This avoids tension and relieves the sensitive back and joint areas.
For older dogs or dogs with previous illnesses in the locomotor system, an orthopedic mattress is a must for me personally.
Due to the higher price of an orthopedic mattress, many dog owners still opt for a cheaper foam flake filling. You should make sure that the material is evenly distributed and does not shift or clump together during use. Because that can be very uncomfortable.
2. care
Caring for a dog bed should always be as easy as possible, as hair, saliva or dirty paws can quickly become soiled. Imitation leather is particularly ideal because it is dirt and water-repellent and can therefore be easily wiped off with a wet cloth.
With most dog beds, the covers can also be removed and washed in the washing machine. Which is very…