Eco-friendly Dog Bed Covers
Potential options to consider for getting a more planet-friendly cover for pup's new or existing bed...
Bamboo
Nash Dog Co. Bamboo Dog Cover
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Quite possibly the trifecta in bed covers! Britain's Nash Dog Co. has combined a sleek looking dog bed cover in rich colors with dog-drying functionality and Eco-friendly bamboo material. The ultra-soft toweling material helps to dry pup after a bath or walk in the rain (absorbing 60% more water than cotton), or just to snuggle in for a comfortable nap. And they're hypoallergenic & antibacterial.
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Offered in small, medium and large sizes (ranging from 39.4 inches x 39.4 inches to 55.1 inches x 70.9 inches), the covers tout elasticized drawstrings for easy on/off and to fit a variety of dog bed sizes. Currently priced at $46-70 (depending on size), and offered in navy, red, forest, grey or Cambridge blue, worldwide delivery options are available.​
Hemp
The Kind Pet Hemp Dog Bed Covers
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Combining durability, rugged style and Eco-friendly chemical-free hemp, The Kind Pet's dog bed covers are hand-made in the USA. A convenient zipper allows you to put the rectangular cover on your filling of choice and take it off for easy cleaning (machine wash, dry flat.
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Available in a wide range of sizes (XXS (18 x 12 x 4 inches) to XXL (54 x 36 x 6 inches)), you're sure to find just the right size for pretty much any pup. Currently priced from ~$50 to $170 depending on size, you can choose from six traditional colors (natural, black, cranberry, blueberry, grey or cactus) and have the cover delivered right to your door for an additional $15.​
Linen
Bowsers Performance Linen Covers
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Upholstery grade fabric in a plethora of colors and designs, the extensive availability of options in Bowsers beds and bed covers will likely appeal to many. Widely distributed, these are relatively easy to find, from niche boutiques to big-box retailers. The linen base for the fabric heads in the right direction for becoming more eco-friendly, especially for those not quite ready to give up on designer options.
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Bowsers currently offers covers in both Performance Linen and Linen-Cotton blend. The Performance Linen being touted as durable, washable and upholstery grade (read: heavy weight, color fast and non-shrink), which could be a good fit for the pup that is a little tougher on their bed. The Linen-Cotton blend offers breathability, moisture-wicking properties and a non-toxic, hypoallergenic seal of approval.
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Depending on the product, sizes run from small to XXL for the super-sized pup, with prices ranging from about $77 to $170 for a crate mattress cover (small to XXL), and $115 to $265 for an ortho bed cover (small to XL). Pick your design at Bowsers or search on Amazon for some good finds.
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Barney Flaxseed Linen Cover
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Made of 100% natural flax linen, the Barney Linen Cover serves as a great option for an Eco-friendly bed refresh. Offered in a neutral oat color, the cover can be machine washed in cold water and left to air dry, keeping it fresh while also softening with each wash.
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Looking like they are gaining speed with some excellent reviews, the linen cover seems to be available with a zipper or as a convenient slip-on, with new sizes/styles being added. Pricing starts at $119 for a small and ranges up to $350 for XXL.
Note that you can also buy full beds at Barney's, standard rectangle or a donut (curl, as they call it). And, while not Eco-friendly (memory foam), they are certified to be free of harmful chemicals, which is always a good thing for pup!
Organic Cotton
All Natural Dog Beds
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Perhaps pup already has a bed, but it's looking a tad worn? Nibbled on the corners or fluffed a little too vigorously in pre-nap preparations? A good option may be to keep the bed, but change the cover. All Natural Dog Beds has just the solution with a greener alternative to a synthetic replacement covers: organic cotton covers. Available in a variety of colors (from chic natural and stone to bright cherry) and patterns (black and white geometrics and flowers, light lime and sky blue prints), you're likely to find one to suit your tastes.
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At 3 inches of depth for bed covers, 2 inches for matt covers, they're best suited for standard dog beds and crate mattresses. And an extra long zipper makes for easy on/off for care and washing. Bed covers are available in sizes of Toy/Extra Small (20 x 24 inches), Small (24 x 30 inches), Medium (30 x 36 inches), Large (30 x 40 inches), and Extra Large (30 x 48 inches). With mattress cover sizes to fit standard crate sizes, ranging from XS to XXL. Prices range from $70 for Toy/Extra Small to $105/$155 for Extra Large (solid/print) bed covers and $50 to $150 for mattress covers. The All Natural Dog Beds website makes it easy to browse and find the best option for your pup.
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Lifekind Organic Cotton Dog Bed Covers​
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Comfortably casual and also fitting for shabby chic, these covers are made from 100% organic cotton in the U.S.A. Zippers make for easy on/off between washings, and the neutral tan will go with most any décor.
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Sizes are available to fit Lifekind's certified organic natural rubber dog beds (see more here), but can also go over your existing bed if it's a match. Small measures 28 x 32 inches ($69) and large measures 36 x 48 inches ($89). Certified by both the USDA and Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), you and your pup can rest assured this is the real deal for organic cotton. Pick your pup's next cover at the Lifekind website, and maybe pick one out for your bed as well...
