Best Dog Crate Beds & Pads Reviewed

The Big Barker Orthopedic Dog Crate Pad is a four inch thick crate mat and is made from high-quality foam. Designed to fit perfectly into standard dog crates, this pad is a great option if your pooch needs extra support.

The highest quality orthopedic foam won’t flatten over time and will comfort aching joints and prevent your dog from lying on the crate’s hard plastic or metal wires. This particular pad is designed for large dogs, but it is also available in several other sizes.

The K&H Pet Products Crate Pad for Pets is a good option if you are on a tight budget but want to make your dog’s crate more comfortable. This pad comes in a variety of different sizes and you can pick between self-warming, odor control, or memory foam options.

This self-warming pad is designed in a way to radiate the heat back to your dog, which makes it perfect for aching joints or chilly evenings. The mat has a soft microfleece top which will increase your dog’s comfort, and a non-slip bottom will ensure that the mat stays in one place.

The fact that the entire mat is machine washable and that it has corner slits that allow for a perfect fit in any crate, are the features most dog parents rave about. But keep in mind that this mat is super thin, so it might not offer appropriate support to older dogs.

The P.L.A.Y. Pet Lifestyle and You extra-large crate pad is lightweight and portable, which makes it a great option if you have to move your dog’s crate often. This mat comes in all sizes and six different colors that will make your pup’s crate look great.

Unlike other dog crate pads, this mat is stuffed with an eco-friendly high-loft planet fill, which is made from recyclable bottles. This type of fill offers moderate support for your dog and works best for young and healthy dogs.

While this pad lacks the proper cushioning, its plush velour-like cover will make your dog feel super cozy. The downside of this pad is that although completely washable the filling tends to become lumpy after a few trips into the washer.

The MidWest Deluxe Micro Terry Bed features a versatile design and can be used as a stand-alone dog bed or as a comfy crate pad. This particular pad fits into 24-inch metal dog crates and is suitable for dogs weighing 11-25 pounds.

The moderately cushioned poly/cotton base will provide support and keep your dog’s crate comfortable. Besides being extremely plush and cozy for a dog to lie on, the mat’s exterior will also keep your pooch warm during the winter and cool during the summer.

The mat’s luxurious design is easy to maintain since it is completely machine washable and dryer safe. And while the padding may not look like much, it is sufficient to relieve aching joints. The only downside is that this pad isn’t durable and that it will be shredded to pieces if your dog likes to chew.

The Kuranda Dog Crate Bed features a cot-like raised orthopedic design and can be used indoors or outdoors. It is specifically designed for dogs who like to chew and dig, but it is also a great option for well-behaved pooches.

This raised crate bed features a high strength PVC frame and lower legs to ensure that your pooch has enough space to stay comfortable in his crate. The Ballistic Nylon is abrasion resistant and durable, and thanks to its smooth finish, it won’t catch dog hair and grime.

The Paws & Pals Pet Beds for Dogs feature a newspaper design and will definitely make your dog’s crate more fashionable. However, you can also use it as a stand-alone bed and take it with you on travel trips.

This dog bed has a high-density foam and polyester fill as a base, but it also comes with a padded bumper rim. The base is cushioned enough to provide proper support and alleviates tension from pressure points, and the rim can serve as a neck pillow.

The mix of ultra-soft fleece and plush fur covering offers ultimate comfort and keeps your dog’s body temperature regulated. Which means that your dog will stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter. 

The Brindle Soft Shredded Memory Foam Dog Bed has a mat-like design and it’s a great option to use in crates if you want to increase your dog’s comfort. This bed is available in several sizes, and all of them are compatible with standard crates.

Featuring a 3-inch layer of shredded memory foam fill, this bed relieves pressure pains and comforts dogs with arthritis, joint pain, or hip dysplasia. It also comes with a removable cover that can be machine washed and dried. Bear in mind that the pad itself isn’t washable and probably not the best option for dogs with poor bladder control.

This bed is soft and yet supportive which is the perfect balance for older dogs with aching joints and movability issues. However, you might need to look for another pad if your pooch likes to dig and chew since this model isn’t made to withstand doggy abuse.

The Reversible Paw Print Pet Bed is a mat-style crate bed that creates a cozy den environment and makes a crate more appealing to your dog. It comes with a cute blue & paw print top and white bottom which you can reverse according to your liking.

The mat is filled with a polyfill fiber and is completely machine washable and dryer safe. Although it isn’t overly stuffed and fluffy, it is supportive enough for younger and healthy dogs.