The KSIIA Large Dog Crate Mattress 90x60cm is the overall pick for most crates, because it is cut to sit flat in a standard large crate, has 8 cm of filling and goes in the washing machine. For a dog that chews or digs at its bedding, the Maximum Pet Products Tough Chew Waterproof Dog Crate Bed has a far tougher coated cover.
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How we chose these dog crate beds: every bed is sold for use in a crate, we confirmed each was in stock on its UK product page on 7 October 2026, and the sizes and materials come from the makers. We have not slept a dog on all of them. If you are still choosing the crate itself, start with our dog crates guide, and for measuring help see the crate bed size guide.
What Makes a Good Dog Crate Bed?
A crate bed works in a box with a hard plastic tray, so it has a different job from a sofa bed in the lounge. It should cover the whole tray without bunching, stay flat when a dog turns round, and lift and wash easily. Thick bolsters and donuts tend to steal floor space and get pushed into a corner, so most of the beds here are flat mattresses or pads.
Three things matter most. Size comes first, because a mattress that is too big curls up at the edges and one that is too small slides about. Next is the base: anti-slip dots, like those on the Jaspuriea and KSIIA mattresses, stop the bed shooting out of the door. Last is cleaning, since crate beds collect hair, mud and the odd accident far faster than a bed in the living room.
How Do You Measure a Crate for a Bed?
Measure the inside of the tray, not the outside of the wire, because the frame and door hinges take up a few centimetres. Most UK crates come in lengths of about 61, 76, 91, 107 and 122 cm, and makers cut their mattresses a little shorter so they drop in. A 90 x 60 cm bed such as the KSIIA suits many large crates, the Bedsure 104 x 69 cm bed fits an extra large crate, and the EMPSIGN 120 x 72 cm pad covers the largest. If your tray is an odd size, choose the next size down rather than up, so the bed lies flat.
Should a Crate Bed Be Thick or Thin?
That depends on the dog and the crate height. A young or healthy adult dog is comfortable on a 4 to 8 cm mattress, and a thinner pad such as the Joydeco or EMPSIGN leaves more headroom for a tall dog in a low crate. Older dogs and heavy breeds benefit from foam rather than loose fibre, because fibre flattens over time. The JOEJOY, Favodormir and DOPEDIO beds all use egg crate foam, which spreads weight and keeps joints off the hard tray.
Which Crate Bed Suits Chewers and Puppies?
No bed is truly indestructible, and a dog left alone with fluffy bedding can swallow stuffing. For a chewer, a tough coated cover is the safest start, and the Maximum Pet Products bed is built for that, with a heavy 600gsm cover that is waterproof as well. Take any bed out of the crate if the dog starts ripping seams, and use a vet bed or nothing until the habit stops.
A puppy needs a washable crate bed above all, plus a spare. A flat pad that goes in the washing machine every day or two, such as the FEANDREA or DERICOR, is easier to live with than a deep mattress during house training.
How Do These Dog Crate Beds Compare?
| Name | Stated Size | Filling | Cleaning | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSIIA Large Dog Crate Mattress 90x60cm | 90 x 60 x 8 cm | Fibre | Machine washable | Large crates, most dogs |
| Bedsure XL Dog Crate Bed Washable 104x69cm | 104 x 69 cm | Fibre | Machine washable | Extra large crates |
| JOEJOY Orthopaedic Dog Crate Mattress 89x56cm | 89 x 56 x 8 cm | Egg crate foam | Removable waterproof cover | Older or heavy dogs |
| Favodormir Waterproof Orthopaedic Dog Crate Bed 88x55cm | 88 x 55 x 7 cm | Egg crate foam | Wipe clean faux leather | Muddy dogs |
| Maximum Pet Products Tough Chew Waterproof Dog Crate Bed | 60 x 45 x 5 cm | Fibre | Waterproof coated cover | Chewers and diggers |
| DOPEDIO Dog Crate Bed with Washable Cover 89x55cm | 89 x 55 x 7.5 cm | Egg crate foam | Removable cover, waterproof liner | Large crates, accidents |
| EMPSIGN Reversible Dog Crate Mat XXL 120x72cm | 120 x 72 x 2.8 cm | Thin pad | Washable | Giant breeds, 122 cm crates |
| Joydeco Low Profile Reversible Dog Crate Pad | Low profile | Thin pad | Machine washable | Low crates, warm weather |
| FEANDREA Self-Warming Dog Crate Mattress 75x50cm | 75 x 50 x 4 cm | Heat reflective layers | Washable | Cold rooms and garages |
| Jaspuriea Medium Dog Crate Mattress 75x50cm | 75 x 50 x 7 cm | Fibre | Machine washable | Medium crates |
How Do You Keep a Crate Bed Clean?
Keep two beds or two covers in rotation, so one can dry properly while the other is in use. A short routine keeps hair and smell under control.
- Shake the bed outside every few days to remove loose hair and grit.
- Wash covers or whole beds at the temperature the maker gives, usually a cool cycle for plush fabrics.
- Wipe and dry the crate tray before the clean bed goes back in.
- Check foam for damp after an accident, and use a waterproof liner if your dog is old or still in house training.
Our washable dog beds guide covers covers and fabrics in more depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Put a Dog Bed in a Crate?
Yes, as long as it fits flat and the dog can still stand, turn and lie stretched out. A crate mattress cut to the tray size is better than a round bed, which wastes floor space and can block the door.
What Is the Best Dog Crate Bed for Chewers?
Choose a bed with a tough coated cover and little loose fluff, such as the Maximum Pet Products bed, and supervise your dog at first. Remove any bed that is being ripped open, because swallowed stuffing can cause a blockage.
What Is the Best Dog Crate Bed for Puppies?
A thin, fully washable pad with a spare for wash days. Deep mattresses take longer to dry, and a puppy in house training will need its bed washed often.
Is a Washable Dog Bed for a Crate Worth It?
Yes. Crate beds pick up hair and dirt quickly, so a bed that goes whole into the machine, or has a removable cover over a waterproof liner, saves money compared with replacing it.
Should a Crate Bed Be Waterproof?
For puppies, older dogs and dogs that come back muddy, a waterproof cover or liner protects the filling. Wipe-clean beds such as the Favodormir are handy in a car or boot room crate.
Last reviewed: 8 October 2026.
Dog Crate Beds to Compare
KSIIA Large Dog Crate Mattress 90x60cm
A 90 x 60 cm velvet crate mattress with 8 cm of fibre filling and an anti-slip base, sized for a large crate of about 91 cm.
Bedsure XL Dog Crate Bed Washable 104x69cm
A fluffy 104 x 69 cm mattress for an extra large crate, with a plush top for big dogs that like to stretch out flat.
JOEJOY Orthopaedic Dog Crate Mattress 89x56cm
An 8 cm egg crate foam pad inside a removable cover made of tough waterproof fabric, for a large crate and a dog that needs firmer support.
Favodormir Waterproof Orthopaedic Dog Crate Bed 88x55cm
Faux leather on both sides wipes clean and the 7 cm egg crate foam keeps a dog off a cold crate tray; the pad is reversible.
Maximum Pet Products Tough Chew Waterproof Dog Crate Bed
A heavy-duty 600gsm coated cover and waterproof finish make this small crate bed the pick for diggers, chewers and older dogs with accidents.
DOPEDIO Dog Crate Bed with Washable Cover 89x55cm
Egg crate foam under a cream removable cover, with a waterproof inner liner so accidents wipe off the foam before you wash the cover.
EMPSIGN Reversible Dog Crate Mat XXL 120x72cm
A thin 2.8 cm pad for the largest 122 cm crates, with a warm soft side for winter and a cooler canvas side for summer.
Joydeco Low Profile Reversible Dog Crate Pad
A slim crate pad with warm fleece on one side and cooler faux linen on the other, low enough to slide under a crate door.
FEANDREA Self-Warming Dog Crate Mattress 75x50cm
A 4 cm pad with a six-layer build that reflects your dog’s body heat, useful in an unheated utility room or garage crate.
Jaspuriea Medium Dog Crate Mattress 75x50cm
A 7 cm plush mattress with a water-resistant Oxford base and anti-slip dots, sized for a medium crate of about 76 cm.