3 Eco-friendly Dog Beds Made with Sustainable Materials
Dogs are part of our family, so it's obvious that as pet owners we want what's best for them and for our furry friends to stay healthy. That includes a goodnight sleep on a high quality bed.
This guide is going to explore what materials to look for when purchasing a dog bed and some of the best eco-friendly dog beds made with sustainable materials.
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What type of materials are eco-friendly dog beds made out of?
Regardless of whether you're looking for a cheap or expensive bed, the most important aspect is the material the bed is made out of.
This should be high quality and durable enough to withstand chewing. Ideally, a cover and filling that will last many years.
When it comes to choosing the material for the dog bed, you'll have many options. The most common is going to be synthetic fibers such as polyester, cotton, and latex.
Organic cotton can be a great option to look for because it is grown without the use of pesticides.
Polyester is a common material due to the durability. If you’re able to choose recycled polyester this is a more sustainable option.
Latex is also a common filling for dog beds. With latex it's important to know how it was sourced. Synthetically made latex is not sustainable, but select brands such as Avocado Mattress use GOLS organic certified latex — grown ethically, sustainably, and responsibly — without persistent pesticides and herbicides, on USDA's NOP organic-certified family cooperatives, and processed in organic-certified facilities to stringent standards.
Be cautious of purchasing materials that may contain toxic chemicals. We want to have high standards when shopping for safe beds for our best friend, especially considering they may chew the bed which could impact their health.
This is another reason why choosing non-toxic materials is so important when shopping for our dog's bed.
3 Eco-friendly Dog Bed Brands Using Natural & Recycled Materials
The following brands are great options to consider for your dog as they use eco-friendly filling and cover material. These brands make high quality bedding for humans AND dogs!
Savvy Rest's Non-Toxic Pet Beds
Savvy Rest makes comfortable, non-toxic beds your pets will love. Made of natural, organic latex, the beds have a removable cover made from organic cotton and are available in a range of sizes. The Savvy Doggy™ supports your pooch in pure comfort.
Organic cotton flannel surrounds a sturdy core of pressure-relieving, snooze-inducing natural latex. Savvy Rest also has a fun dog platform bed for additional support and has cat beds too!
Savvy Rest’s pet bedding ranges from $100 for a bed to $400 for personalized platform beds.
Avocado Mattress' Organic Cotton Dog Bed
Avocado is a Certified B Corporation, a new kind of business that balances purpose and profit. Avocado Mattress has a whole eco-friendly bedroom set up for your dog! Their
Organic Dog Bed is 100% GOTS organic certified, anti-odor, biodegradable, and naturally hypoallergenic and antimicrobial. They add an inch-thick layer of 100% GOLS organic certified latex from their own farm on top of three inches of breathable coconut husk.
Then it's covered with a waterproof organic cotton inner liner and a removable, sweat-absorbing organic cotton cover to create a soft, durable, and cool mattress that delivers orthopedic support for your pup. This non-toxic dog bed comes in a variety of colors and features a modern style.
Sustainable shoppers can buy a matching pillow and FSC®-certified reclaimed wood dog bed frame to go along with the bed. Avo cado Mattress’ pet bedding products range from $50-$300 depending on the product.
Delilah Home Organic & Recycled Pet Beds
Delilah Home launched a new pet bed in partnership with PAIKKA. These European designed, luxurious dog beds feature a high quality organic cotton cover from Deliliah Home and filled made with PET-recycled plastic bottles.
Delilah Home
This cozy bed is sure to be loved by your furry friends. The organic cotton cover is removable which is great for washing. These beds range from $100 on sale to $199. This bed comes in one large dog bed size and a few different colors. This bed is a great option for bigger dogs.
Are Eco-friendly Dog Beds Expensive?
The price of the bed will ultimately depend on what material you choose for the filling and cover. While many synthetic fibers are going to be cheaper than organic, they are not as great for the environment.
Going with a sustainable or organic material is probably going to cost more, but you will be helping the environment and reducing your carbon footprint.
If you're concerned about cost another option would be to purchase a used bed secondhand.
Secondhand pet products can usually be found at more affordable prices. When purchasing a secondhand bed be sure to disinfect the product before any use.
Hopefully this guide helped you find some sustainable choices for your pup’s next bed!
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Emily Waddell is the founder of The Honest Consumer and dedicated dog + cat mama! Emily is an expert in conscious consumerism who has been in the ethical and sustainable living space for ten years. Emily has always been passionate about business for good and has a Bachelor degree in Social Entrepreneurship. When she’s not writing, Emily enjoys supporting small businesses, finding locally grown food at the farmer’s market, & practicing slow living.
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