Dog Bed Size & Foam Thickness Guide
Start with your dog's weight, then check that their length fits.
- Up to 30 lbs: Small ($92). 30 to 60 lbs: Medium ($104).
- 60 to 100 lbs: Large ($140). 100+ lbs: XL ($188).
- Length check: nose to tail base plus 6 to 12 in should fit the bed.
Updated November 2026 · By the EachPaw team. Breed weights are typical adult ranges from AKC breed pages.
On this page
- What size dog bed does my dog need?
- How do I measure my dog for a bed?
- How much bigger than my dog should a dog bed be?
- How thick should dog bed foam be?
- Should a dog over 80 lbs get a Large or XL bed?
- What size dog bed do popular breeds need?
- Should an older dog get a bigger bed?
- Dog bed size FAQ
- Ready to choose a size?
What size dog bed does my dog need?
Pick the size for your dog's weight, then check the length.
| Dog weight | Size (L x W x H) | Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 lbs | Small, 36 x 20 x 3 in | $92 | Shop the Small bed |
| 30 to 60 lbs | Medium, 42 x 24 x 4 in | $104 | Shop the Medium bed |
| 60 to 100 lbs | Large, 48 x 30 x 5 in | $140 | Shop the Large bed |
| 100+ lbs | XL, 52 x 36 x 6 in | $188 | Shop the Extra Large bed |
L x W is the sleeping area and H is the foam depth. Weight ranges are fit suggestions, not limits.
Size up only if your dog is long for its weight or sleeps stretched out. Being close to 30, 60 or 100 lbs isn't a reason to size up.
How do I measure my dog for a bed?
Measure your dog lying on their side, from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail.
- Add the sleeping room from the next section, then compare with 36, 42, 48 or 52 in.
- For width, measure back to paw tips, legs out, and compare with 20, 24, 30 or 36 in.
How much bigger than my dog should a dog bed be?
Add about 6 in to your dog's length if they curl up, or 10 to 12 in if they sprawl.
- Curls in a ball: width is rarely the limit.
- Sleeps on their side or back, legs out: check the width too.
Compare bolster and flat dog beds
How thick should dog bed foam be?
Dog bed foam should get thicker as your dog gets heavier. EachPaw depth goes with size: 3 in on Small, 4 in on Medium, 5 in on Large and 6 in on XL.
Comparing fills? See whether memory foam is good for dogs.
Read what makes a dog bed orthopedic
Should a dog over 80 lbs get a Large or XL bed?
Choose the Large (48 x 30 x 5 in, $140) for a dog under 100 lbs who fits 48 in with their allowance.
Choose the XL (52 x 36 x 6 in, $188) for a dog 100 lbs or more, or a long dog who sprawls. See how EachPaw compares with Big Barker.
Shop the Large bed or Shop the Extra Large bed
What size dog bed do popular breeds need?
Breed weight is a starting point. Weigh your own dog and go by that number.
- Labrador Retriever. Typical adult weight 55 to 80 lbs (AKC). Large for most, or Medium if your dog is under 60 lbs. Best dog beds for Labs. Shop the Large bed or Shop the Medium bed.
- German Shepherd. Typical adult weight 50 to 90 lbs (AKC). Usually Large, or Medium if your dog is under 60 lbs. Choose XL only if they need more than 48 in with their allowance. Dog beds for German Shepherds. Shop the Large bed or Shop the Medium bed.
- Golden Retriever. Typical adult weight 55 to 75 lbs (AKC). Large for most, or Medium if your dog is under 60 lbs. Dog beds for Golden Retrievers. Shop the Large bed or Shop the Medium bed.
- Great Dane. Typical adult weight 110 to 175 lbs (AKC). The XL fits Danes that curl up. Many that stretch out need a bigger bed, as our Great Dane guide explains. Shop the Extra Large bed.
- Boxer. Typical adult weight 65 to 80 lbs for males, and about 15 lbs less for females (about 50 to 65 lbs) (AKC). Medium if your dog is under 60 lbs. Large if your dog is 60 lbs or more. Size up only if your dog is long or sprawls. Shop the Medium bed or Shop the Large bed.
- Rottweiler. Typical adult weight 95 to 135 lbs for males, and 80 to 100 lbs for females (AKC). Large if your dog is under 100 lbs. XL if your dog is 100 lbs or more. Size up only if your dog is long or sprawls. Shop the Large bed or Shop the Extra Large bed.
- Newfoundland. Typical adult weight 130 to 150 lbs for males, and 100 to 120 lbs for females (AKC). XL by weight. Check that nose-to-tail plus 6 to 12 in fits the 52 in sleeping length. The XL is our largest size. Shop the Extra Large bed.
- Mastiff (AKC Mastiff, often called English Mastiff). Typical adult weight 160 to 230 lbs for males, and 120 to 170 lbs for females (AKC). XL by weight. A very large or long Mastiff may not fully stretch out on 52 x 36 in, which is our largest size. We do not make a bigger bed. Shop the Extra Large bed.
- Bernese Mountain Dog. Typical adult weight 80 to 115 lbs for males, and 70 to 95 lbs for females (AKC). Large if your dog is under 100 lbs. XL if your dog is 100 lbs or more. Size up only if your dog is long or sprawls. Dog beds for Bernese Mountain Dogs. Shop the Large bed or Shop the Extra Large bed.
Read the guide to beds for big dogs
Should an older dog get a bigger bed?
Not for age alone. Go by weight, and size up only if your older dog is long or sleeps stretched out.
Read the guide to beds for older dogs
Dog bed size FAQ
What size bed does a dog that weighs 50 lbs need?
Usually the Medium (42 x 24 x 4 in), or the Large if your dog sprawls.
What size bed suits a dog that weighs 70 to 90 lbs?
Usually the Large (48 x 30 x 5 in), or the XL for a long dog who sprawls.
Are dog bed sizes inside or outside measurements?
EachPaw sizes are the inside sleeping area. The outside of the bed is bigger.
Does the bolster count in the bed size?
No. The bolster is a raised headrest at one end, in addition to the sleeping area.
What if my dog is longer than 52 in?
The XL is our largest size, so your dog may not fully stretch out. Resting their head on the bolster helps.
What size bed should I buy for a puppy?
Buy for your puppy's expected adult weight. Size up only if your dog will be long for that weight or sleeps stretched out.
Will the bed fit inside a dog crate?
No. The EachPaw bed won't fit inside a dog crate.
Can two dogs share one dog bed?
Yes, if both dogs fit lying side by side, which usually means Large or XL.
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.
Read how the comfort trial works
Ready to choose a size?
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