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Dog Bed Size Calculator
Measure your dog from the nose to the base of the tail, tell us how it sleeps, and see the bed length it needs and the beds that fit.
How to measure your dog for a bed
Measure from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail (not the tip). The easiest way is while your dog is lying stretched out, or standing with the head held straight. Then think about how your dog likes to sleep: dogs that sprawl on their side need much more room than dogs that curl up in a ball.
How much room does a dog need?
A dog that sleeps stretched out needs about 25 cm (10 in) more than its nose-to-tail length; a dog that curls up needs about 15 cm (6 in) more. What counts is the space inside the bed: a bolster or raised rim takes room, so compare your dog with the inside length, or the inside diameter of a round bed. Every bed in our shop lists its size in its size chart.
Dog bed size chart by dog length
| Nose to base of tail | Bed length, stretched out | Bed length, curled up |
|---|---|---|
| 30 cm (11.8 in) | 55 cm (21.7 in) | 45 cm (17.7 in) |
| 35 cm (13.8 in) | 60 cm (23.6 in) | 50 cm (19.7 in) |
| 40 cm (15.7 in) | 65 cm (25.6 in) | 55 cm (21.7 in) |
| 45 cm (17.7 in) | 70 cm (27.6 in) | 60 cm (23.6 in) |
| 50 cm (19.7 in) | 75 cm (29.5 in) | 65 cm (25.6 in) |
| 55 cm (21.7 in) | 80 cm (31.5 in) | 70 cm (27.6 in) |
| 60 cm (23.6 in) | 85 cm (33.5 in) | 75 cm (29.5 in) |
| 70 cm (27.6 in) | 95 cm (37.4 in) | 85 cm (33.5 in) |
| 80 cm (31.5 in) | 105 cm (41.3 in) | 95 cm (37.4 in) |
| 90 cm (35.4 in) | 115 cm (45.3 in) | 105 cm (41.3 in) |
| 100 cm (39.4 in) | 125 cm (49.2 in) | 115 cm (45.3 in) |
| 110 cm (43.3 in) | 135 cm (53.1 in) | 125 cm (49.2 in) |
Round, rectangle or bolster bed?
Round and donut beds with a raised rim suit dogs that curl up and like to rest their head. Flat and rectangle beds suit dogs that stretch out and big dogs. Bolster beds give both: a rim for the head and a flat middle. Shop all designer dog beds, warm winter dog beds and dog blankets.
Dog bed size FAQ
Should a dog bed be bigger than the dog?
Yes. Your dog should be able to lie in its favorite position without hanging over the edge: about 25 cm (10 in) longer than the dog for sprawlers, 15 cm (6 in) for dogs that curl up.
Is a bed too big a problem?
Not for comfort, but dogs that like to snuggle feel safer in a bed that fits, especially in a round bed with a rim.
What about puppies?
Measure again as your puppy grows, or choose the bed for its expected adult length.
