5 Orthopedic Dog Beds To Compare For Bulldogs

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Orthopedic dog beds are in demand, and many bulldog owners wonder whether their dog needs one. Here are five orthopedic memory-foam beds to compare for a bulldog, described from their Amazon listings (we have not tested them), followed by what vets say about bedding for dogs with sore joints. This page is general information, not veterinary advice.

5 Orthopedic Dog Beds To Compare

JOYELF Memory Foam Orthopedic Dog Bed & Sofa, Medium

The listing describes a memory-foam base about 5 cm (2 inches) thick inside a bolstered sofa-style bed, with a removable machine-washable cover, a non-slip bottom and flame-retardant foam. The outside measures about 80 x 56 x 18 cm (31.5 x 22 x 7 inches) with a sleeping area of about 61 x 41 cm, and the seller says it suits small to medium dogs.

Laifug Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed

The listing describes a 7-inch (about 18 cm) bed with two foam layers, a removable machine-washable waterproof cover and head-and-neck pillows. It is listed at 50 x 36 x 10 inches (about 127 x 91 x 25 cm) for medium to large dogs, so it is a big bed; measure your dog and your floor first.

Furhaven Orthopedic Sofa Bed, Medium

The listing describes a sofa-style bed with bolsters on three sides, a convoluted orthopedic foam mattress, a faux-fur sleeping surface and a washable cover. The medium is for dogs up to 35 lb (about 16 kg) and the large up to 55 lb (about 25 kg).

Bluewater Dog Luxury Boucle Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed, Medium

The listing describes CertiPUR-US certified memory foam, a waterproof liner, a machine-washable boucle cover, a bolster to rest the chin on and a carrying handle. The medium is listed at 37 x 30 x 6 inches (about 94 x 76 x 15 cm).

PupRug Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed

The listing describes a memory-foam core with a waterproof liner, a faux-fur cover that unzips for machine washing and a non-slip bottom. It is listed at 50 x 30 inches (about 127 x 76 cm).

Does My Bulldog Need An Orthopedic Bed?

Not every dog needs one, and a bed does not treat a joint problem. The AKC says hip dysplasia can happen to any size or breed of dog; its signs include a swaying “bunny hopping” gait, stiffness and hind-leg lameness, and the diagnosis is usually made with an X-ray at your vet. If your dog limps, struggles to get up or seems sore, see your vet first.

For dogs with osteoarthritis, the VCA suggests an orthopedic or memory-foam bed to reduce pressure on sore joints, and keeping the dog warm and dry, because cold, damp conditions can worsen stiffness. It also says a lean body condition helps reduce stress on arthritic joints, and that regular, controlled exercise is beneficial, with medications and supplements used exactly as your vet directs.

Things To Check Before You Buy

• Entry: the VCA says the ideal bed for a dog with mobility problems may be a recessed orthopedic bed that does not require your dog to climb onto it. Bolsters on all sides can be hard to step over.
• Heat: the VCA says to choose bedding that does not retain heat, especially in warm climates. Bulldogs overheat easily, so a thick foam bed in a hot room may not suit your dog.
• Cover: the VCA says the bed or cover should be machine washable, since accidents can be more frequent with mobility problems. A waterproof liner protects the foam.
• Size: measure your dog lying stretched out and curled up, and compare with the sizes in the listing (centimetres are given above).
• Foam: check the thickness the listing states. Foam that flattens under your dog’s weight will not cushion the joints.

Final Thoughts

An orthopedic bed can make resting more comfortable, but it is not a treatment. If your bulldog is stiff, sore or slow to get up, talk to your vet, and keep your dog at a healthy weight. Choose a bed that suits your dog’s size and your climate.