Beds for Bernese Mountain Dogs
The best bed for a Bernese Mountain Dog is long enough to stretch out on, with foam deep enough for their weight. Most Berners fit a Large. Go XL for a Berner of 100 lbs or more, or a long one who sprawls.
- Females, 70 to 95 lbs, and males under 100 lbs: Large, 48 x 30 x 5 in, $140.
- Males 100 lbs and up: XL, 52 x 36 x 6 in, $188.
- Size up from the Large only if your Berner is long or sleeps stretched out.
Updated November 2026 · By the EachPaw team, the makers of the EachPaw Orthopedic Dog Bed. Breed sizes from the AKC.
On this page
- What is the best bed for a Bernese?
- What size bed does a Bernese need?
- How do you measure a Berner for a bed?
- Large or XL for a Bernese Mountain Dog?
- Why does my Berner sleep on the floor?
- How do you keep a Berner's bed clean?
- What bed suits an older Bernese?
- Bernese Mountain Dog bed FAQ
- Ready to choose a bed for your Berner?
What is the best bed for a Bernese?
Bernese Mountain Dogs, or Berners, are big, heavy dogs with a thick coat. A good bed for one is long enough to stretch out on, has foam they can't press down to the floor and has a cover you can wash often, because Berners shed.
The EachPaw bed has a memory-foam base, a white faux-fur sleeping surface, a bolster at one end and an open front and sides. The cover zips off and goes in the washer, and the non-slip bottom keeps the bed in place on hard floors.
What size bed does a Bernese need?
Start with weight. The AKC lists males at 80 to 115 lbs and females at 70 to 95 lbs. The Large fits dogs from 60 to 100 lbs, and the XL fits dogs of 100 lbs and up.
| Berner | Weight | Usual size |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 70 to 95 lbs | Large |
| Male | 80 to 115 lbs | Large under 100 lbs, XL at 100+ |
Then check length. Size up from the Large only if your Berner is long for their weight or sleeps stretched out. Being close to 100 lbs isn't a reason to size up on its own.
How do you measure a Berner for a bed?
- Wait until your Berner is lying down on their side.
- Measure from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail.
- Add about 6 in if they curl up, or 10 to 12 in if they sprawl.
Here's how a few lengths work out on the EachPaw bed:
| Nose to tail | Curls up | Sprawls |
|---|---|---|
| 36 in | Large | Large |
| 40 in | Large | XL |
| 44 in | XL | XL, may not stretch out |
L x W is the sleeping area: 48 x 30 in on the Large and 52 x 36 in on the XL. The bolster is extra, at one end.
Large or XL for a Bernese Mountain Dog?
Choose the Large, 48 x 30 x 5 in and $140, if your Berner weighs under 100 lbs and fits 48 in with their allowance. Its 5 in of foam suits dogs from 60 to 100 lbs, so a 95-pound female doesn't need the XL for weight alone.
Choose the XL if your Berner weighs 100 lbs or more, needs more than 48 in, or sleeps with their legs straight out and measures wider than 30 in from back to paw tips. The XL is 52 x 36 x 6 in and costs $188, which is $48 more than the Large.
Read the guide to beds for big dogs
Why does my Berner sleep on the floor?
Many Berners stretch out on tile or wood, especially in warm weather. Berners have a thick double coat, and plenty of dogs pick a hard floor when they're warm.
Keep the bed away from heater vents and direct sun, and skip extra blankets on top in warm months. The EachPaw bed doesn't sleep warm. If your Berner still picks the floor, check that the bed is long enough for them to stretch out.
Read why dogs sleep on the floor
How do you keep a Berner's bed clean?
The AKC says Berners shed a fair amount, and even more during shedding season, which comes twice a year. Plan to wash the cover more often then.
- Unzip the cover and shake off loose hair outside.
- Wash the cover cold on a gentle cycle. On the cover that comes with the bed, chlorine or oxygen bleach (like OxiClean) is safe.
- Tumble dry low, and make sure the cover is fully dry before you zip it back on.
The foam is spot clean only. If drool or a spill reaches it, blot the spot with mild soap and let it air dry before the cover goes back on. A charcoal backup cover means your Berner has a bed while the other cover is in the wash.
What bed suits an older Bernese?
The AKC lists a Berner's life expectancy as 7 to 10 years, so it's worth choosing a bed that will still work when your dog is older.
Look for an edge that's easy to step onto and a bottom that doesn't slide. On the EachPaw bed, the edge is the foam itself, 5 in on the Large and 6 in on the XL, and the front and sides are open, so there's no wall to climb over.
Read the guide to beds for older dogs
Bernese Mountain Dog bed FAQ
Is a Large dog bed big enough for a Bernese Mountain Dog?
For most Berners, yes. The Large sleeping area is 48 x 30 in and suits dogs from 60 to 100 lbs. Choose the XL if your Berner weighs 100 lbs or more, or stretches out and needs more than 48 in.
What size bed does a 110-pound Bernese need?
The XL. It's made for dogs of 100 lbs and up, with a 52 x 36 in sleeping area and 6 in of foam. If your Berner needs more than 52 in, they may not fully stretch out, but many rest their head on the bolster.
What size bed should a Bernese puppy get?
Buy for your puppy's expected adult weight. That's the Large for most Berners, or the XL for a male you expect to reach 100 lbs or more. If your puppy is still chewing everything, a cheap bed may make more sense for now. The 10-year warranty covers the bed flattening, not chewing or accidents.
Is an orthopedic bed good for a Bernese with hip dysplasia?
No, a bed isn't a treatment for hip dysplasia, so ask your vet about your Berner's hips. If you're choosing a bed, look for foam they can't press flat, an edge that's easy to step onto and a bottom that doesn't slide.
Will the bed fit inside a dog crate?
No. The EachPaw bed won't fit inside a dog crate.
What if I pick the wrong size?
Beds bought directly from EachPaw come with a 90-day comfort trial that includes size exchanges, so you can switch from Large to XL.
Ready to choose a bed for your Berner?
The EachPaw bed is recommended by our 20+ veterinarian partners.
Standard shipping is free (contiguous US and DC). Beds bought directly from EachPaw come with a 90-day comfort trial and a 10-year warranty that covers the bed flattening.