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See Details for instructions to redeem.K&H is now keeping pets cooler than ever with the Cool Bed III. No electricity is required to operate the Cool bed III and these beds are attractively designed and allow a cool spot for dogs. Simply add the recommended amount of water through the easy fill cap and adjust the comfort with the easy air valve. The unique Cool Core diverts the liquid better than ever throughout the bed for advanced cooling power. The new nylon/vinyl exterior is tougher than ever! Being extremely affordable, the Cool Bed III is the choice for any dog owner looking to offer their pet a comfy, dry, cool place to relax. Recommended for indoor and outdoor use. This bed is not recommended for destructive pets.
Item Number | 61443 |
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Dimensions | 32 x 44 x 1.5 inches |
Season | Spring/Summer |
Bed Feature | Outdoor |
Lifestage | Puppy, Adult |
Breed Size | Medium Breeds, Large Breeds |
Features | Cooling |
Material | Nylon, Synthetic Fabric |
Recommended Pet Weight | Up to 80 pounds |
Have your dog’s nails routinely trimmed to prevent accidental punctures. The Cool Bed III™ should be placed on a smooth surface that cannot cause punctures, abrasions or leakage. Routinely check under your Cool Bed III™ for moisture. Never use the Cool Bed III™ in direct sunlight. Always place in shade, as direct sun will warm the Cool Bed III™. Always place the Cool Bed III™ out of the way of foot traffic. Never allow the Cool Bed III™ to freeze. The Cool Bed III™ is not intended to be a life saving device. This product is to be used in temperatures under 95° F.
Cleaning or Storing:
The surface can be cleansed using a damp towel or sponge and mild dish washing detergent. DO NOT wash in a washing machine.
Grapefruit seed extract is an all natural, non-toxic antibacterial. Add it to the water when filling and place a few drops inside the bed before storing to help prevent bacterial growth.
How to Use the Cool Bed III:
The best results will be obtained when used in a shady area. When using outdoors, always place the Cool Bed III™ in a shady, cool spot, as this will maximize its heat wicking abilities. Be sure not to place the bed on sharp objects that could puncture the Cool Bed III™. Keeping the Cool Bed III™ indoors overnight near air conditioning will super cool the bed for outdoor use the next morning. When using indoors, be sure to place the Cool Bed III™ out of direct sunlight. The cooler the spot you place the Cool Bed III™, the better. An ideal place would be a cool tile, linoleum or concrete floor. An area with good air movement will also help keep the bed cooler. You will soon figure out the best location for your new Cool Bed III™, and your pet will love you for it!
Moving:
Do not lift or move the bed by its corners as this will cause the foam core interior to separate from the sides. Fold the bed and wrap each arm around either end of the bed to move.
Emptying:
Filling & Usage:
Remove the Cool Bed III™ from the box. Locate the filler cap on the bed and open it by grasping the base of the cap with one hand and the tab of the cap with the other. Pull the cap open. Flatten the Cool Bed III™ and let it sit for a few a minutes to allow the cool core interior to retain its shape as all air has been removed for shipping.
Place the Cool Bed III™ in the intended location with the cap side of the bed up for filling. Place a towel under the filler cap end of the bed to absorb any accidentally spilled water. Using a calibrated container with a pour spout, begin carefully filling the Cool Bed III™ with cool water. The bed will take the following water quantities: Small: 1 - 1 1/2 gallons, Medium: 2 - 3 gallons, Large: 4 - 6 gallons. Keep in mind, the more water used, the more cushioning and cooling capabilities the bed will have. You can experiment for the optimal feel of the Cool Bed III. Ultimately the recommended quantity of water for best cooling capabilities is as listed above.
Now that you have your Cool Bed III™ filled, close the filler cap and begin to knead the bed to help work the water into the Cool Core™. Now pull open the air adjustment valve and gently work as much air out as you can, using sweeping motions across the Cool Bed III™ with your hands. Sweep the air towards the valve allowing the air to expel from the bed. Seal the valve when most of the air has been removed. You will feel how comfortable the bed will be at this point. The bed should feel very soft and spongy and you should feel water squishing around inside the bed. Now decide if a little more water is desirable or if it's just right for your pet. Add water if necessary, repeating the air removal process. Note: A little air inside the bed will not affect the cooling capabilities of the Cool Bed III™. If you choose, you may expel air as needed, though it's not necessary.
Size | Length | Width | Mat Thickness |
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Small | 17 inches | 24 inches | 1.5 inches |
Medium | 22 inches | 32 inches | 1.5 inches |
Large | 32 inches | 44 inches | 1.5 inches |
We recommend the following quantities of water:Small: 1–1.5 gallonsMedium: 2–3 gallonsLarge: 4–6 gallons
We recommend keeping the Cool Bed out of direct sunlight and placing it in the shade, whether outdoors or indoors. If you do this, the bed's unique cool core will keep the water cool.
No, there is not a weight limit for the Cool Bed III.
Our Cool Bed III™ has a heavy vinyl backing, is soft and pliable, and also has a nylon coating. Our competitors' vinyl is often very stiff.
There is a cap on the underside of the Cool Pad. Remove this cap and fill the bed with water.
You do not need to refill the Cool Bed.
While the Cool Bed III has heavy duty vinyl backing and most people use it without experiencing a puncture, it is not puncture-proof.It is possible than an animal's nails could puncture the bed. If this is a concern for you, the Coolin’ Gel Pad would be an excellent alternative.
Since dogs and cats have the same body temperature, any of our dog products will work for cats as well. Other customers have used it for that cats without any issues, but please be aware that a cat’s claws could possibly puncture the bed. If this is a concern for you, the Coolin’ Gel Pad would be an excellent alternative.
This item cannot be used with a heater. It is specifically engineered to be used as a cooling dog bed.
This product is made for pets and tested for pets, but has never been tested for use with humans. It is constructed of vinyl/nylon on the exterior surface, so if you have any allergies to these materials, we do not advise using it. The inside consists of foam and the water you provide and the product is non-toxic. The water inside will wick the heat from anything that is in contact with the product, whether it be human or animal.
You can use a homemade chew deterrent, or buy one and apply it to the cap.
To avoid this issue, please follow the Cool Bed III instructions carefully. The problem occurs when the Cool Bed III is picked up by the corner or edge. The weight of the water in the foam core will actually tear the foam core away from the side it has been secured to. This causes the foam to bunch up in the bottom and then it won’t lie flat again.That being said, there is a remedy that works most of the time. Overfill the Cool Bed with water–at least as deep as the foam bunch is tall. Then fill it with air to make it balloon up. Knead the bed until the foam works its way out flat. Drain the excess water and air and be extremely careful when moving it since the core has already been ripped.
About K&H Pet Products
K&H has over 20 years of experience making products for pets with the goal of making their lives—and yours—better and easier. They know how much you care about your pets and are dedicated to designing innovative, quality solutions that enhance their comfort and well-being.
She isn't reaally using it yet. I understand the concept of the body heat but think it needs to be colder.
First one lasted 10 years so I bought another when that just wasn't doing it anymore Love this product
Our 7month old BMD pup barely waited for us to fill it with water. We use it camping and it works great under a shady tree or in the camper. It is the only bed she will use. Keeps the panting down and allows her to rest. Would be 5 stars but took one off because when emptying the water for storage, it is messy and a little annoying. Also watch chewers as the cap drew our pup in. Couple "leave its" and she is good but would not trust in a crate.
I'm such a happy cool boy on this bed :-D I used to sleep on the floor instead of my bed because it got too hot. But now I can sleep on this, which is really soft on my old joints.
This mat was great! It reminded me of my water bed. Nice and cool in the summer! Perfect for keeping my Dane cool until the a/c got repaired.
I had another cooler pad for abut 15 yrs and finally needed to replace it. They don't make them anymore, so I ordered this cool bed III. #1 - it comes folded in a box, how stupid! So it is all wrinkled and the wrinkles will not come out. #2 - it is more like a water bed for people. To thick. Says holds up to 2-3 gallons of water. So much sloshing around - so I added 2 more gallons in hopes to get it tight to get wrinkles out and make more stable. My Frenchie lived on the old one. She wont' go near this one cause the Medium is to small for a 22 pound frenchie and looks like a pillow not a crate pad. She is scared of it cause of the water bed sloshing effect. She is never scared of ANYTHING 99% of the time. The comfort valve - you open it - you loose the water. I thought it would just release air to make it more flat like a crate pad. If I keep adding water it just gets rounded up like a pillow. But with the wrinkles that will not come out - it can't be smooth and comfy to lay on. Removing all but a gallon of water those wrinkles where it was folded up still there and to me nothing like the picture and not smooth and comfy. I wonder with laying there for a month if those wrinkles would eventually smooth out? Even my Chihuauha's that are scared of everything would lay on the old Canine Cooler I had, but no one is going near this thing. I don't blame them. I started trying to find another one immediately after being so disappointed in this one and not having luck. I'm sick they don't make the old brand I had. I wanted to add a couple photos but they won't attach and they are under 5 mb. With the old one so old and rotten now, I need something for the pups to lay on outside on the porch if they want to cool off. Just so disappointed in this product. I'd re-design it removing a lot of vinyl and make it flatter and the pad inside absorb the water so it doesn't become a water bed and send in a box rolled up! DUH!
I was so happy with the product until it started leaking after 1 summer. My dog is very gentle. Did not scratch or nibble on it. I had to buy another one from another vendor with stronger seams.
What a amazing product. It's very durable and cools exceptionally well. My piggy loves it.
I found the small size on clearance at a pet store after I ordered this one. My pup loved it as the days were warmer and she likes being cool. The big one came and she liked to dig at it, but it was pretty sturdy. We put it in her crate and she chewed a hole in it that I didn’t notice till I was moving it and it started draining out of the corner. Very disappointed. The small one is still in good shape.
I first purchased one of these for a dog of mine and used it for 12 years. This one was a replacement for my previous one, which still was in good shape but looking pretty bad at this time. This bed came with very deep fold marks on it that did not ever straighten out, even after using for approximately a year. It just started leaking near the seam at the pressed area where the two pieces are sealed. It had no holes of any kind, it was seeping through the fabric itself not at the seam edge. Where it was leaking was lined up with the fold on the bottom side that had not leveled out. It is now obvious that this item must have been packed in it's box in a warehouse for years and was very old product, or probably not the same quality as the first one I owned. This is not worth purchasing as it will not last for any length of time.