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Big Barker Orthopedic Dog Bed w/Headrest - 7” Dog Bed for Large Dogs w/Washable Microsuede Cover - Elevated Dog Bed Made in The USA w/ 10-Year Warranty (Headrest, Large, Khaki)
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Brand | Big Barker |
Breed Recommendation | Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Boxer, Husky, Weimaraner, Airedale Terrier, Bull Terrier, Standard Poodle, Vizsla, Giant Schnauzer, Rottweiler See more |
Special Feature | Orthopedic Foam |
Material | Microfiber |
Product Dimensions | 48"L x 30"W x 7"Th |
About this item
- Dog Beds for Large Dogs: Finally, your big furry friend can stretch, curl up, and rest comfortably all on one bed; Thick, quality-assured foam and soft microsuede make Big Barker beds the only orthopedic dog beds for large dogs
- Clinically Shown to Reduce Joint Pain: Study data has shown that our raised dog beds help ease joint pain and improve mobility; The headrest supports your pet’s head while they sprawl across the rest of the giant dog sofa bed
- Washable Microsuede Cover: Big Barker’s covers are machine washable & smell-resistant; The fabric is designed to withstand rubbing, digging & nesting; Easily remove the zippered cover for shrink-free washing, stain cleaning, or even quick replacement
- Intuitive Zippered Design: We’ve designed our beds with the zipper tucked in & seams sleekly incorporated to keep your pup comfortable; Not only is the microfiber material durably woven, it’s designed to look great in your home
- Elevated Foam Dog Bed: Our foam dog furniture is made in the USA, sustainably sourced & quality-assured to not flatten or pancake over time; Let your best friend rest easy in a soft & durable raised bed backed by a 10-Year Warranty by Big Barker
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Easy to clean | 4.6 | 4.2 | — | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Softness | 4.6 | 4.4 | — | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Durability | 4.7 | 5.0 | — | — | 5.0 | 4.7 |
Comfort | 5.0 | — | — | 4.4 | — | 5.0 |
Sold By | Big Barker | Big Barker | TriplePleasure | Comfort Expression | Big Barker | Big Barker |
target species | Dog | Dog | Labrador, Boxer, Golden Retriever, Pit Bull, Husky | Dog | Dog | Dog |
size | 48.0"L x 30.0"W x 7.0"Th | 48.0”L x 30.0”W x 7.0”Th | L(48"x30"x7") | 42.0"L x 30.0"W x 9.0"Th | 48.0”L x 30.0”W x 7.0”Th | 52.0”L x 36.0”W x 7.0”Th |
material | Microfiber | Mesh | Polyester, Micro-Suede | Polyester | Suede | Microfiber |
shape | Rectangular | Rectangular | — | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular |
pattern | Solid | Solid | — | Solid | Solid | Solid |
max. recommended weight | 300 pounds | 300 pounds | — | 90 pounds | 300 pounds | 300 pounds |
care instructions | Machine Wash | Machine Wash | Machine Wash | Machine Wash, Hand Wash Only | Machine Wash | Machine Wash |
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Big Barker Dog Beds
American-Made Premium Orthopedic Dog Beds
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Veterinarian Recommended
"Big Barker is the only dog bed I've come across that is backed by science."
- Dr. Marcus Dela Cruz
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Big Barker 7" Orthopedic Bed
Clinically proven to reduce pain and improve restfulness, vet recommended and loved by more than 250,000 dogs.
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Backseat Barker
With our shock-absorbing orthopedic foam, your dog can ride in total comfort and tag along on all your adventures.
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Orthopedic Crate Bed
Our thick 4" orthopedic Crate Bed protects your dog's elbows and hips from their crate's hard surfaces.
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- We'll only ever use American-made foam
- Each bed is handcrafted in our Pennsylvania workshop
- We aim to be the easiest company to do business with
- We believe in helping dogs in need whenever possible
Product Description
BECAUSE BIG DOGS NEED MORE THAN JUST A NORMAL DOG BED
Meet the world famous Big Barker, the only dog bed scientifically calibrated, and clinically proven to improve quality of life for large dogs. After serving over 150,000 dogs and their families, we know you need 3 things in an orthopedic dog bed:
1. Must provide clinically proven support & comfort, can't flatten over time
2. Must be easy to clean
3. Must look great in your house
We make a dog bed precisely engineered to provide perfectly distributed weight support for extreme comfort & durability. Looks like a beautiful piece of furniture, feels like a high-end velvety couch on your skin. Easy to clean, just unzip the machine washable cover.
Please understand: this is NOT a normal dog bed.
The Big Barker is a REAL bed - made for dogs.
Normal dog beds might look pretty, and they might call themselves "orthopedic" or "memory foam", but they don't feel like you'd expect your own bed to feel. The Big Barker is a therapeutic mattress, uniquely engineered to keep dogs youthful for longer and to bring older dogs back to their best.
The Big Barker does more than just provide a comfy place to sleep… it will give your dog a better life. And we can prove it!
University of Pennsylvania study finds Big Barker beds improve quality of life for big dogs in just 28 days
In a scientific clinical study conducted by University of Pennsylvania, owners reported that the Big Barker bed reduced joint pain and stiffness, improved joint function and gait, and led to improved nighttime restfulness in large dogs with arthritis.
To scientifically determine if Big Barker dog beds could reduce joint pain and improve mobility in big dogs with arthritis, University of Pennsylvania researchers gave forty dogs - each at least three-years-old and weighing 70+ pounds - Big Barker beds and activity monitors to measure their sleep and movement.
Independent data analysis showed the following improvements to the mean score: 17.6% improvement in joint function; 21.6% reduction in pain severity; 12.5% reduction in joint stiffness; 9.6% improvement in gait; and 15.1% improvement in quality of life.
Big Barker is the first dog bed that’s been clinically proven to improve quality of life for large dogs.
We're leading the way in taking big dog joint health seriously. Join us on the journey!
Proudly Made in the USA
Your Big Barker is made in our small Pennsylvania workshop with 7" of our proprietary American Made OrthoMedic foam. Engineered as a high-end mattress, but specifically calibrated for big dogs. Supports every curve of a big dog's body. Big dogs don't sink through the bed, full-grown humans feel comfortable laying on a Big Barker. Lay on it yourself and you'll feel the difference immediately.
Our American Made 7-inch, 3-layered foam mattress is durable, comfortable, and meets CertiPUR-US standards for content, emissions, and durability & has been analyzed by independent, accredited testing laboratories.
10 Year "Won't Flatten" Promise
This bed won't flatten. Our world-famous Big Barker foam will retain at least 90% of its shape & support for the next 10 years or we'll replace it for free!
Most other "orthopedic" dog beds are mass-produced on foreign factory assembly lines, using cheaper, lower-quality Chinese-made foam. That’s why they flatten so fast!
They're less expensive, but you'll see and feel the difference immediately. Worse, dangerous fillers have been found in imported foam. Nobody wants their treasured companion sleeping on toxins.
Ideal for dogs of all ages.
Provides extra relief to dogs suffering from joint pain, recovering from surgery, or living with conditions like arthritis, hip dysplasia, or other joint, bone, or muscle disorders. This is why Big Barker beds are actively used inside Ryan Veterinary Hospital at University of Pennsylvania.
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Built in America With the Care Your Dog Deserves
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10-Year "Can't Flatten, Won't Flatten" PromiseForget the frustration and ongoing expense of dog beds that flatten like pancakes. When a dog bed flattens, it loses any shred of support it started off with. Once it starts getting lumpy or develops a crater in the middle, your dog's bed becomes about as comfortable as sleeping on a paper-thin bath mat. That's why your Big Barker is built to protect your big dog for at least 10 years, without losing any of its uniquely supportive power. |
Unrivaled SupportVets will tell you that up to 80% of large dogs will suffer from joint pain as they age. Painful conditions like arthritis and hip dysplasia can cause dogs to lose quality of life and struggle with mobility. To fight against these problems, we've engineered a special bed to keep dogs youthful for longer, and bring older dogs back to their best. Big Barker's unique 3-stage foam construction envelops sensitive joints in buttery comfort foam used in the outer layers, while the middle layer provides resilient support and blocks pressure points from driving into the hard floor below. |
Proven by 100,000+ Pet ParentsSince 2012, Big Barker beds have been put to the test in the homes of over 100,000+ loving pet parents. At first glance it may seem like a lot of money for a dog bed - but remember, this is NOT a normal dog bed. This is a REAL bed. It's a therapeutic mattress for your dog. Don't just take it from us - check out the reviews, feel the love, and meet thousands of dog owners just like you who overcame the natural initial "sticker shock" and have no regrets whatsoever. The Big Barker is America's most beloved dog bed for a reason. |
Made In The USABig Barker will only ever make beds in America using American made foam. Most pet beds in the store and online are made on foreign assembly lines using cheap Chinese foam & fillers. Like so many Americans, we try to "buy American" whenever we can - and we wanted to finally give pet parents the chance to buy a dog bed they could rely on for the long haul. Bottom line: We only trust American workers and American foam to give your dog the care they deserve. |
Scientific Proof! University of Pennsylvania study finds Big Barker beds improve quality of life for big dogs in just 28 days
In a clinical study conducted by University of Pennsylvania, owners reported that the Big Barker bed reduced joint pain and stiffness, improved joint function and gait, and led to improved nighttime restfulness in large dogs with arthritis.
To scientifically determine if Big Barker dog beds could reduce joint pain and improve mobility in big dogs with arthritis, University of Pennsylvania researchers gave forty dogs - each at least three-years-old and weighing 70+ pounds - Big Barker beds and activity monitors to measure their sleep and movement.
Independent data analysis showed the following improvements to the mean score: 17.6% improvement in joint function; 21.6% reduction in pain severity; 12.5% reduction in joint stiffness; 9.6% improvement in gait; and 15.1% improvement in quality of life.
Big Barker is the first dog bed that’s been clinically proven to improve quality of life for large dogs.
We're leading the way in taking big dog joint health seriously. Join us on the journey!
Big Barker In The News: Philadelphia K9 Unit (CBS 3, ABC 6, FOX 29)
We've made it a big part of our mission to donate Big Barker beds to police K9 units, to both active and retired officers. This picture was taken from CBS news coverage of the event in which we donated Big Barkers to all the K9's in the Philadelphia Police Department (a very proud moment for us!).
Ryan Veterinary Hospital at University of Pennsylvania (Fox 29)
One of the largest institutions using Big Barker beds to aid recovery is Ryan Veterinary Hospital at University of Pennsylvania. They use our beds in their Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Surgery, Oncology, and Orthopedics departments. Dogs in hospitals are often bedridden for days or weeks at a time, the Big Barker not only keeps them comfortable, but helps prevent secondary problems like bedsores and muscle contractions.
Philadelphia SPCA (Fox 29, ABC 6, KYW 1060)
We've worked with the two largest no-kill shelters in Philadelphia - Philly PAWS and the Philadelphia SPCA - to outfit their facilities with donated Big Barker beds. We've also assisted with successful fundraisers for national organizations like Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary, National Mill Dog Rescue, and Big Dogs Huge Paws and have provided hundreds of Big Barkers to be used as raffle or auction items at local events. Dogs in shelters often have the biggest hearts and most gentle souls. If we can make their stay more comfortable while they wait to find their forever homes, we're honored for the privilege.
Patriot Paws Service Dogs
It's our great honor to gladly donate Big Barker beds to America's wounded warriors and the highly-trained Patriot PAWS service dogs they depend on. Patriot PAWS trains and provides service dogs at no cost to disabled American veterans and others with mobile disabilities and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in order to help restore their physical and emotional independence. Each service dog that graduates from training is gifted a Big Barker to help them rest easy during their days of service.
Police K9 Units
Veterinary Hospitals
Animal Shelters
Military Service Dogs
How To Choose the Right Size for Your Dog
The most important measurement is the width of the bed. What you want to do is have your dog stand up straight, and measure from the bottom of the paw to the top of the hip or shoulder. This is the amount of room that your dog needs to be in a full 100% stretch position. Compare that measurement to the width of our sizes. You'll want an extra 3-4 inches. For example, if your dog measures 25", you'll do great with the Large, which is 30" wide. But if your dog is 28", you'll want to bump up to the 36" wide XL. Note: the foam composition is the same between the Large, XL, and Giant sizes. All 3 sizes can easily support a 300 lb dog if they have to.
Sample Breed Recommendations:
Large (48" x 30" x 7")
Labrador, Boxer, Golden Retriever, Pit Bull, Husky
Extra Large (52" x 6" x 7")
German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Doberman, Newfoundland, Mastiff
Giant XXL (60" x 48" x 7")
Great Dane, Irish Wolfhound. The Giant is also recommended for two large dogs that share a bed.
MESSAGE FROM THE OWNER
See this pic above? That's me and Hank. I miss him greatly. He was my best bud for 13 years, through good times and bad, he never left my side. He just wanted to slap a smile across my face. He was the one constant l could always rely on. l miss that hairy beast more than l can tell you. But in an important way, Hank lives on, not just in my photos and memories, but also in the lives of over 100,000 other big dogs across America. You see, you might say Hank started a movement....
It all started way back in 2005, the day I came home from work and found him limping. I rushed him to the vet, who dropped a bombshell on me. Hank might need a new hip. He had an early case of hip dysplasia. He’s far from alone. I've since learned that up to 80% of all big dogs will have to face joint conditions like arthritis, degenerative joint disease, or complications from earlier injuries. Sometimes from genetic conditions like hip dysplasia, but often just because of the pounding their joints take day-after-day from carrying around all their “big dog” weight. Sometimes these joint problems steal their mobility when they're older, that’s when you see them start to “slow down.” It’s not natural aging, it’s their joints starting to fail them. When things get real bad sometimes the only option is to release them from their pain. Saddest of all, research has shown dogs have evolved over thousands of years to hide their pain, so not to show weakness to predators. So day after day... they just suffer in silence!
I begged the vet, “What can l do?” Hank was my best pal. How could I help him live a long healthy life and maximize our chances against a painful and potentially life-altering surgery? The vet recommended 3 things, one of which was to get Hank a great dog bed - because just like a human needs their joints cushioned in bed, so does a dog. Especially big dogs prone to serious joint problems.
So l went to all the pet stores to hunt down the best dog bed l could possibly find for Hank. I tried several, pulled them off the shelves and laid on them myself - it was no better than laying on a bath mat. My elbows and hips were driving right into the floor. Not good! None of the beds l tested were good enough for Hank, that was for sure. Especially once he grew into a BIG dog! So I spent the next 6 years experimenting with different dog beds. Tried everything from thick, plush beds to different “orthopedic” and “memory foam” style beds. Better than the pet store beds, but they always flattened and fell apart after a while. None could ever support his 92 lbs, he’d always eventually sink through to the floor. I found myself coming to a life-changing conclusion: l realized that Hank, and any other big dogs like him deserve much, much better than a “normal” dog bed - they deserve a REAL BED!
So I put my thinking cap on, because as luck would have it, my background was in the pet supply business. I picked up the phone to one of the world’s top foam engineers. I shared my vision with him for creating the most supportive, extra-comfy dog bed on the planet. A bed built-to-last, Made in America, and scientifically-calibrated to cushion every pressure-point on a dog's body. A bed that could easily take the weight of even a Great Dane or a Mastiff. Most importantly, a bed worthy of the love l had for Hank, and the love each of us has for the amazing dogs who mean so much to us. Long story short and today, over 7 years later, 100,000+ dogs across America sleep on a Big Barker dog bed. Vets recommend our beds to pet parents, and vets make sure their own dogs sleep on a Big Barker. Buzzfeed, The Huffington Post, NBC, FOX and CBS have all told our story. You'll see why if you take a few moments to read the reviews right here on Amazon.
You'll notice that the Big Barker costs more than other dog beds that you'll see online. That's not an accident. I needed to create the first serious upgrade to normal dog beds. The whole point of designing the Big Barker was to make a mattress which allows you to provide the best possible quality of care to your dog. In my opinion, the only way to do that with integrity is to use the BEST quality materials, using only AMERICAN made foam, and to have the beds handmade right here in the USA. It costs more to make beds this way, but I felt that other dog owners would want to have the choice to feel as good as I did when I saw Hank snoring away on his Big Barker. He fought through the pain in hips and soreness from his arthritis because he didn't want to let me down, it made me proud to know that he had a bed that didn't let him down either.
Shortly after this picture was taken, Hank and l spent his final day together. He woke up and inhaled a leftover piece of his special cake made just for him with sweet potato, cream cheese, and bacon. Then we hopped in the car for one last “Wilderness Day.” He seemed like he remembered the spot because he was basically jogging once his feet hit the grass. He hadn’t moved that quickly in a long time. He trotted at his own pace and sniffed all the interesting animal pee he wanted. He had a picnic with McDonalds cheeseburgers and went home when he got tired. After resting a bit, he scarfed down a seared (but very rare) NY strip steak. I didn’t see him chew at all. He always loved steak. It was a long day, and he didn’t have the energy left for one last nighttime walk in the park, so we both laid down and had a sleepover on the floor. The vet came the next morning and he passed away peacefully. He was my best bud for 13 years. He was a good dude who never left my side no matter what. I miss him terribly. Of course, his legacy lives on. Hank is the original “Big Barker” and the inspiration behind this movement to start protecting the joints of the dogs we love so much. Thanks for reading!
- Eric Shannon, Owner, Big Barker
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 48 x 30 x 7 inches; 11 Pounds
- Item model number : 218-BBYH01KH
- Date First Available : September 25, 2012
- Manufacturer : Big Barker
- ASIN : B009G9Y5UC
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #21,403 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
- #327 in Dog Beds
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Customers like the quality, value, comfort, size and appearance of the pet bed mat. For example, they mention it's well made, soft to the touch and large enough to fully bed an XL dog. That said, some complain about the price.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pet bed. They mention that it's well-made, durable, and unsurpassed. Customers also appreciate the quality foam mattress and cover. They say the bed is firm by design and will last 10 years.
"...know what to expect with it, but it turned out to be a really high end type of material, very soft to the touch, not plastic or a tarp material at..." Read more
"...We are impressed with the quality and construction of our Big Barker giant bed with headrest (...which they use adorably!)..." Read more
"...There is not even a hint of a sag in it. The foam is not wearing down, even on the edges. It's not peeling, crumbling, separating or falling apart...." Read more
"...We purchased the waterproof liner, too. Everything is exceptionally well constructed. The quality of the fabric is excellent...." Read more
Customers like the value of the pet bed mat. They say it's well worth the money, inexpensive, and well made. Customers also mention that it'll save them money and provide quality for their pets.
"...Within a minute it was poofed out into the full size bed. Amazing really. The cover came right off with the large zipper along the back...." Read more
"...The memory foam used in the Big Barker is very good, she does not sink into it at all...." Read more
"This bed was so worth the money. I bought the bed and waterproof liner for it nearly 10 years ago - both the foam and the liner are in perfect shape...." Read more
"...Just a wonderful durable bed!!! So worth the money!!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the comfort of the pet bed. They mention that it is very soft to the touch, and the material feels better than their mattress. Some say that their pet sleeps deeply through the night and that it helps them get a good night sleep.
"...but it turned out to be a really high end type of material, very soft to the touch, not plastic or a tarp material at all, and it does not create..." Read more
"...Both of them can lay on it comfortably, and when only one dog is using it, they can stretch out as far as they want and still be supported...." Read more
"...He sleeps through the night now; no more tossing and turning, no more up-downs or pacing the room and in the morning he gets up, stretches and..." Read more
"...My husband and I both tried them out and they’re just as comfortable as our expensive Tempur-Pedic mattress. We purchased the waterproof liner, too...." Read more
Customers like the size of the pet bed mat. Some say that the extra large is the perfect size, it's large enough to fully bed an XL dog, and the liner is sized for a perfect fit. The bed is Indestructible and worth the money.
"...wrapped in what is a heavy duty Saran wrap and then expands immediately as you unwrap it. Within a minute it was poofed out into the full size bed...." Read more
"...cover onto the foam (and there were no directions), but once on, it fits nicely...." Read more
"...The bed is the perfect size and the foam doesn’t sink after having it for 6 months." Read more
"...Not a deal breaker though. The covering fits snug on the bed itself. You won’t have to worry about excess slack like other dog beds have...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the pet bed mat. They mention that it looks good, has a beautiful color, and is made of high quality material. The cover is a very nice, and the bed is nice and thick. The khaki color does a great job matching the fur, and it's very cool.
"...cover many times and it has remained in perfect shape, the color hasn't even faded...." Read more
"...Yes, it looks nice enough to put in my living room...." Read more
"...doesn't look brand new due to washing and doggy living, but it still looks good...." Read more
"...Easy to clean and take on and put on. It looks great with our other furniture around it...." Read more
Customers like the support provided by the pet bed mat. They say it provides great support for their pet's hips and back, and provides the padding they need. Some customers also mention that the bed is as nice and supportive as their own bed. Overall, customers are satisfied with the support and comfort provided by this orthopedic pet bed.
"...It's firm and supportive, but not rigid like a board. I laid on it and could not feel the floor under me, even when rolling over...." Read more
"...There are three layers of foam (2 one type, 1 another), and provide a lot of support. The bolster is an added bonus...." Read more
"...5. The fact your products are American designed, manufactured and supported, and that all the major components are American sourced.6...." Read more
"...this is the first bed that does what it claims to do - it’s truly an orthopedic bed! The density does not flatten even with two Great Danes...." Read more
Customers find the pet bed easy to clean. They say the cover is easy to remove and wash. They also say the fabric is sturdy and can be wiped off with a damp microfiber cloth. Customers also say that the pet mat is made of a soft, luxurious, washable suede-like fabric that will survive many washings. They mention that the three-sided zip will be a breeze to remove.
"...The waterproof liner was a surprise...." Read more
"...No sink in material to worry about. Easy to clean and take on and put on. It looks great with our other furniture around it...." Read more
"...waterproof to protect the foam inside but had a removable and easy to wash cover on the outside, to my surprise there weren't as many options as I..." Read more
"...Her fur doesn't cling to the cover, easy to brush off. I cant say all dog fur will but hers being thicker and shorter easily brushes right off...." Read more
Customers like the thickness of the pet bed mat. They mention that it is very thick, dense, and heavy. They also appreciate the thick memory foam that has kept its shape, and the thick layer of support foam between two layers of comfort. Overall, most are happy with the thickness and quality of the product.
"...to about a fourth of its size, we were surprised at just how large and heavy it was!..." Read more
"...I'm not saying that this one is indestructible, but it is quite heavy and discourages her attacks...." Read more
"...I felt she could benefit from it sooner than later. It’s super thick. You won’t sink in...." Read more
"...The foam is thick and the cover is sturdy yet soft, the waterproof liner is of high quality and doesn't have that cheap funky odor so many of them..." Read more
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We have an 8 year old yellow English Lab that weighs about 95 pounds. She had been sleeping on a baby's crib mattress for about 6 months. Every night she was up, down and around, on the bed, then back on the mattress, get up, circle circle, scratching, more shifting, and then back off and on the floor, and this went on every night. I had been looking at this Big Barker bed for a while, and just couldn't get past the price of it. When I finally decided just to go ahead and order, I then spent several days trying to decide whether to get the large or extra large. The crib mattress was 2 inches shorter in width and 4 inches shorter in length than the large dog bed, but the extra large bed was going to be massive in size compared to the crib matters, and I had to factor in that she currently slept on my side of the bed and I would then be having to walk on the extra large every time I got in and out. So I bought the large size, and it turned out just perfect. Even when stretched out length size as labs do, she has several inches to spare.
The bed comes in a pretty small box compared to what the actual size was to be. It comes wrapped in what is a heavy duty Saran wrap and then expands immediately as you unwrap it. Within a minute it was poofed out into the full size bed. Amazing really. The cover came right off with the large zipper along the back. The waterproof liner slid right on, then the fabric cover went right back on it without any issues at all.
The first night our lab went right to it, circled once and flopped right down. I don't think she moved all night, and neither one of us heard her, and we think she was in the same exact to the inch position when we got up. She's been sleeping on it for several nights now, and she continues to be content with it.
I have to be honest and let you know that I laid down on it and I wished it was my mattress as I currently am having a very love/hate relationship with my mattress and I toss and turn during the night trying to find a better position. We are only the first week in, but I really don't think there will be any issues.
The waterproof liner was a surprise. I didn't really know what to expect with it, but it turned out to be a really high end type of material, very soft to the touch, not plastic or a tarp material at all, and it does not create any sound at all. So glad that was available, not for the dog issues, but I have been known to drop my water bottle on the bed in the past.
Unfortunately, we found out in October that our male needed TTA surgery for a torn ligament in his knee. We decided to order the bed early so that he could get used to it and then have a comfortable place to recuperate after surgery. When it arrived and we finally got it unwrapped from all the plastic wrap that compressed it to about a fourth of its size, we were surprised at just how large and heavy it was! As per the instructions, it took the foam a few days to fully expand at which point my husband hauled the bed upstairs to our bedroom. We added the waterproof liner and the cover (it took both of us to do this), then topped it with a mattress pad and a sheet that can be taken off and washed a couple times a week.
At first the dogs weren't that thrilled with the bed, but over the course of a week, it became their preferred bedtime spot. Both of them can lay on it comfortably, and when only one dog is using it, they can stretch out as far as they want and still be supported. We moved the bed to the main level and surrounded it with a folding pen for use while recuperating and it has been wonderful for that purpose! There was more than enough room for our boy to stretch out, get up and turn around. We also had plenty of room to sit beside him and do passive range of motion exercises on his leg. I have to confess, we even stretched out beside him and snuggled for a lot longer than we would have had it not been so comfy! It's been two weeks since his surgery, the surgeon said he's doing remarkably well, and he's been given a little more freedom to move about. Guess what? After letting him out this afternoon so he could move into the adjacent room which is carpeted and contains two older hundred-dollar-beds that we restuffed, he chose instead to return to his Big Barker bed!
We are impressed with the quality and construction of our Big Barker giant bed with headrest (...which they use adorably!) and are very happy we made this purchase. Yes, it was expensive, but the beds we had been buying weren't cheap and those wore out. We even ordered memory foam mattresses and egg crate foam (again, not cheap) and cut that down to restuff a couple of beds hoping to get a bit more use out of them. With Big Barker offering an unheard of 10 year warranty, this bed will likely outlive many of the dogs for whom it's purchased. We'll be buying another Big Barker as soon as those other beds we have go flat ...or I get tired of stuffing, rotating and flipping them. ;)
Update: Since our original purchase of the GIANT Big Barker bed reviewed above (which is still as full and supportive as ever), we've expanded our collection. We bought an XL bed with headrest for our dog with knee problems to use downstairs and stacked the two existing ortho beds for our mastiff. It seems that even two regular beds can't compete with the comfort of a Big Barker though as she would find ways to get him off the new bed so she could steal his spot. The only solution was to order another XL bed, our 3rd Big Barker in 9 months! It's a huge testament to a product when your oversized lap dog chooses to lie on his bed in another room over laying with you on the couch, but that's exactly what happens most nights. We highly recommend Big Barker and look forward to more products from this company!
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 29, 2017
Reviewed in Canada on September 3, 2018
She took to it immediately and even uses the pillow!
The cover is easy to clean. I use sticky roll and a damp cloth if I need to.
I have not washed the cover as I protect it with a blanket in the winter and a cool sheet in the summer. I air it outside once a month and also vacuum it.
Wish the manufactures would make funky fitted sheets for it as well.
My girl would highly recommend it! I got the 7" as she is a big lab.
I have had this bed since May 2017 and it is still in excellent condition. I have not washed the cover as I protect it with a blanket. I air it outside once a month and also vacuum it. Really worth the money - one of my best buys ever!