The 10 Best Portable Dog Beds

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in December of 2018. You packed your change of clothes, toiletries, first aid kit and food, but you forgot the most important thing. Your pet requires certain comforts when he travels, too. Rather than creating a makeshift pallet from piles of blankets, get the four-legged friend you love so much a portable dog bed. We rounded up some models that will stand the test of time and keep pups sleeping soundly. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in December of 2018. You packed your change of clothes, toiletries, first aid kit and food, but you forgot the most important thing. Your pet requires certain comforts when he travels, too. Rather than creating a makeshift pallet from piles of blankets, get the four-legged friend you love so much a portable dog bed. We rounded up some models that will stand the test of time and keep pups sleeping soundly. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Lightspeed Outdoors Self Inflating

Fido won't even miss his home resting quarters when he has the Lightspeed Outdoors Self Inflating (appx. $60). A foam core and fleece upper make this a luxurious place for your pooch to catch some Zs, while a puncture-resistant bottom is great for rough terrain.

Generous size for large breeds
Easy to adjust the air levels
Backed by a one-year warranty

2. Chuckit! Travel

The quilted design of the Chuckit! Travel (about $30) prevents the filling from clumping together, and feels cozy for your pet. It's machine washable and dries quickly, making cleanup a breeze. Plus, it has a sewn-in loop for hanging it up.

Fabric breathes well
Comes with a stuff sack
Water-resistant liner

3. HDP Elevated Napper

Lift Rex off the rocks and dirt — he is royalty, after all — with the HDP Elevated Napper (about $40). It's perfect for camping or beach outings, and ensures the actual sleeping surface stays relatively free of debris. It folds up in seconds for transport.

Rust-resistant frame
Lightweight and easy to carry
Available in four colors

4. A4Pet Lookout Booster

If long road trips with Rufus are in your future, then you need the A4Pet Lookout Booster (about $55). It provides a canine with a safe and soft place to snooze while you drive. Simply use the strap to secure it to a seat and buckle the pup into the attached leash.

Bed portion comes out
Has storage pockets
Dark color doesn't show stains

5. SuperJare Cot

Spoil your four-legged buddy with the SuperJare Cot (appx. $62). It's essentially a bed and tent to protect your furry friend from all the elements. A mesh bottom gives a pooch plenty of air, while the canopy blocks harsh UV rays and light rain.

Center bars to prevent sagging
Quick tool-free assembly
Can support dogs over 100 pounds

6. Petmaker 5061B

You can't get much closer to a regular home bed than the Petmaker 5061B (appx. $20). It folds in half, with two sturdy grab handles at the top, so you can carry it like a briefcase. When open, it reveals two extra-thick panels that provide Spot with plenty of cushioning.

Cover is removable
Extremely soft material on top
Color options are dull

7. Gen7Pets Trailblazer

Your furry family member will stay cool and comfortable on your summer adventures with the Gen7Pets Trailblazer (around $70). It has a backrest that pooches can enjoy nuzzling up against, and a mesh bottom to prevent water from pooling.

Easy for old canines to climb onto
Sturdy construction
Only suits small and medium breeds

8. Paw Petmaker

The Paw Petmaker (about $34) is so plush and well-padded that your pooch may even want to sleep on it if you aren't traveling. Its multiple Velcro tabs keep it securely shut when rolled up, and it has a convenient built-in carrying handle.

Cute striped pattern
Stuffed with memory foam
Must be hand washed

9. Kurgo 1560 Wander

Don't let the dainty look of the Kurgo 1560 Wander (about $59) fool you. It's made from a ripstop material, has a waterproof bottom, and is certainly ready for your next great sojourn with Fido. When rolled up, it'll require minimal space in a trunk.

Rufftex nonslip base
Soft and lofty filling
Straps can provoke chewers

10. Ruffwear Highlands

Let your clawers, chewers, and scratchers get at the Ruffwear Highlands (about $30) — they won't do damage to this impressive item. Its insulated material will keep a pup warm, too, even when it's set on icy cold ground. Unfortunately, it lacks padding.

Super lightweight
Also good for anxious pets in public
Bottom is slippery

Last updated by Brett Dvoretz

A wandering writer who spends as much time on the road as in front of a laptop screen, Brett can either be found hacking away furiously at the keyboard or, perhaps, enjoying a whiskey and coke on some exotic beach, sometimes both simultaneously, usually with a four-legged companion by his side. He has been a professional chef, a dog trainer, and a travel correspondent for a well-known Southeast Asian guidebook. He also holds a business degree and has spent more time than he cares to admit in boring office jobs. He has an odd obsession for playing with the latest gadgets and working on motorcycles and old Jeeps. His expertise, honed over years of experience, is in the areas of computers, electronics, travel gear, pet products, and kitchen, office and automotive equipment.

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