Coolaroo Steel-Framed Elevated Dog Bed

I got the small size and it's perfect for my big cat. There's even room for a second cat if they like to snuggle close together. As other reviewers have said, this bed is a huge PITA to put together (even when I left the first three screws loose, trying to get the second short bar lined up with the fourth screw was almost impossible) and took quite some effort for one person. But, after a couple of days of skepticism, one of my cats has decided it's the best place to lay. I put a thin towel on top because I'm not sure how well the fabric will stand up to sharp claws (it's sort of woven and I could imagine the fibers getting snagged) but even with the towel it's still breathable enough that she I got the small size and it's perfect for my big cat. There's even room for a second cat if they like to snuggle close together. As other reviewers have said, this bed is a huge PITA to put together (even when I left the first three screws loose, trying to get the second short bar lined up with the fourth screw was almost impossible) and took quite some effort for one person. But, after a couple of days of skepticism, one of my cats has decided it's the best place to lay. I put a thin towel on top because I'm not sure how well the fabric will stand up to sharp claws (it's sort of woven and I could imagine the fibers getting snagged) but even with the towel it's still breathable enough that she seems relatively comfortable on 90 degree days. Hoping the fabric is more durable than it looks so I never have to go through the hassle of replacing and reassembling it, but very happy with it for now. Oh, and if you're picky about tags like I am, the huge, ugly white tag comes off easily with a seam ripper. … more

We have a one year old lab and (fill-in the blank) mix who loves to spend her days laying in the dirt of what was supposed to be our herb garden in the back yard. It gets hot here in South Carolina, and we wanted to have a cool place to rest. She also chews everything, (I still mourn my favorite backyard folding chairs) so it had to be solid. The coolaroo arrived, the assembly was easy - and in the 4 weeks we’ve had it - so far it’s withstood both dog nibbles and a 5 year old who insists on using it as a trampoline when he thinks no one is watching. Most days the pup would still rather bake in the dirt under the 90 degree sun than relax in the shade on the dog bed, but that (along with the We have a one year old lab and (fill-in the blank) mix who loves to spend her days laying in the dirt of what was supposed to be our herb garden in the back yard. It gets hot here in South Carolina, and we wanted to have a cool place to rest. She also chews everything, (I still mourn my favorite backyard folding chairs) so it had to be solid. The coolaroo arrived, the assembly was easy - and in the 4 weeks we’ve had it - so far it’s withstood both dog nibbles and a 5 year old who insists on using it as a trampoline when he thinks no one is watching. Most days the pup would still rather bake in the dirt under the 90 degree sun than relax in the shade on the dog bed, but that (along with the debate about whether to spring for an actual trampoline for the kiddo)...is for another time! … more

My dog really enjoys this bed! She is a 9-lb, long & tall, Maltese-Poodle mix. We got the small size bed in the color Nutmeg and she fits on it perfectly with room to spare. When the weather is good then we will put it out on the decking in the shade and she loves to watch from it -- it's her perch! When the weather is cold we put a fuzzy blanket on top of the bed near the window inside and she'll hangout there. I can definitely see the appeal from a dog's perspective as it is a lifted bed and the fabric allows the breeze to come through and cool off the dog (it's like a plastic-y weaved fabric). My dog is a little skittish so I had to get her used to the bed at first because it's different than My dog really enjoys this bed! She is a 9-lb, long & tall, Maltese-Poodle mix. We got the small size bed in the color Nutmeg and she fits on it perfectly with room to spare. When the weather is good then we will put it out on the decking in the shade and she loves to watch from it -- it's her perch! When the weather is cold we put a fuzzy blanket on top of the bed near the window inside and she'll hangout there. I can definitely see the appeal from a dog's perspective as it is a lifted bed and the fabric allows the breeze to come through and cool off the dog (it's like a plastic-y weaved fabric). My dog is a little skittish so I had to get her used to the bed at first because it's different than anything she's experienced before, but she warmed up quickly and will hop on by herself now and hang out. The bed has sat in the rain once or twice and has been just fine, but I try to remember to bring it inside so it will last longer. Overall, two thumbs up from me and my pup! … more

After reading the reviews I was a little nervous about putting it together- but I just took my time. For me to get the last screw in it did have to be all crooked as shown on some other review pictures but just don’t tighten the screws initially and once they are all in- it’s easy to just straighten it out. Right after I put it together & straightened it out my dog hopped right on. The material seems durable and isn’t scratchy in my opinion. It’s for our porch and back yard but I may need to bring it in in the evenings:) I got a medium for 2 small dogs- wondering if I should have got a large.

I bought these last year at the end of season on sale. If I didn’t buy them so long ago I would have called it quits and returned them. TIP FOR OTHERS TRYING TO ASSEMBLE: when putting in the last screw, stand up and let the bed bend and twist. If you do not you will never get it screwed in. I fixed the twisted bed when assembly was finished by sitting on it and it flattened out easy. ASIDE FROM ASSEMBLY THIS BED IS EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED!!! Nice and durable, weatherproof and my large breed pups seem to like it!

I ordered the brown one. The appearance is very nice, better than expected. The fabric seems to be very sturdy for my small dogs. My pups love to sun themselves on them. I couldn't be more pleased. When assembling them, put the screws in loosely until the last screw is in place. Then snug them all down. Otherwise you will struggle to get the last screw in place. Trust me on this! :-)

It took far longer to receive the item then we were told. I had to call and ask when I could expect it. The drill holes on the frame were not drilled straight through so the assembly was very difficult. The alinement of parts did not match up. After an hour we finally got it together by drilling a bigger hole. Should have sent it back. Too much hassle!

I was leery about these, even though I read good reviews. The worst thing about them is putting them together. The diagram instructions are not helpful. I found a You Tube video which helped. Also, 2 people assembly takes the frustration factor away! So once they were assembled I brought each outside for our boxers. They were leery at first but when the pup (who is 2 and the heaviest at 90 lbs) stood on one, his Mom and Dad followed. For the next few days they just stood on them. But since it has become warmer they are now laying on them. The heaviest does not cause the bed to sink and even with 2 of them on one, there is no stretching (that combined weight would be about 150 pounds) I love them I was leery about these, even though I read good reviews. The worst thing about them is putting them together. The diagram instructions are not helpful. I found a You Tube video which helped. Also, 2 people assembly takes the frustration factor away! So once they were assembled I brought each outside for our boxers. They were leery at first but when the pup (who is 2 and the heaviest at 90 lbs) stood on one, his Mom and Dad followed. For the next few days they just stood on them. But since it has become warmer they are now laying on them. The heaviest does not cause the bed to sink and even with 2 of them on one, there is no stretching (that combined weight would be about 150 pounds) I love them now. I just will never disassemble them. :) Oh, they dry out well too, as I left them out in the open one evening and it rained all night. … more

I have two dogs and bought this primarily for the one who just had elbow surgery so that she can enjoy resting outside. Well, she has little interest in it, but the other dog likes it! I had no problem putting it together (didn't need a helper, as some reviewers have mentioned needing) and it looks nice! Good outdoor bed for the money. The color is the same as my patio furniture lol !

I purchased this and Frisco Steel-Framed Elevated Dog Bed, Terracotta, Large. I couldn't even finish putting this together because the material is so rough I couldn't imagine my couch-plush bed loving pups would even try this harsh material once. I returned it and purchased a second Frisco bed. Other than the harsh material,*the main part of the product*, the rest of the structure is simple. I will also say the the Frisco bed has a much better connection system.