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6 under-$50 cooling pads for dogs you need this summer

Gabrielle LaFrank
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Even if you love the summer heat, your dog may not. Rising temperatures can feel more uncomfortable for puppers with long or dark-colored fur, but they don’t have to suffer from the heat anymore. With one of these dog cooling pads, the dog days of summer will pass with ease.

Investing in a cooling pad for dogs will give you the peace of mind you need to enjoy the sunshine with your best friend — while they stay cool, of course! Whether you opt for classic water-based technology or a newer gel cooling system, you’re doing a great thing for your pup by giving them a place to chill (literally).

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TheGreenPetShop Dog Cooling Mat

  • Features pressure-activated gel
  • Cools for up to three hours
  • Recharges in 20 minutes

If you’re looking for the easiest self-cooling mat for your pup, try this one from TheGreenPetShop — it’s the original cooling mat to use pressure-activated gel instead of water or other refrigeration. When your dog lies down, the mat will begin cooling itself for up to three hours, but it needs only 20 minutes of nonuse to “recharge.” Since you don’t need anything special to activate the lightweight, thin mat (which comes in three sizes), it makes the perfect addition to the floor of any doghouse or crate.

Cooler Dog Hydro Cooling Mat

  • Features three layers of cooling technology
  • Easy to clean
  • Chew-resistant

For dogs who need an extra dose of chilliness in the summertime, an ice-powered mat will do the trick. Apart from an easy-to-clean, comfy cover for the mat, three layers of technology constitute its veterinarian-approved cooling method: a waterbed cushion for comfort, a freezable ice sheet insert for maximum cooling, and insulating foam. With all these temperature-lowering tools and no chemicals or toxic materials, what’s not to love?

Frisco Cooling Orthopedic Pillow Dog Bed with Removable Cover

  • Orthopedic design
  • Removable cover is machine-washable
  • Features a one-inch layer of cooling gel memory foam

Layers of cooling gel (one whole inch of it) and memory foam will keep your fur baby comfortable through naptime and beyond. This will be your pup’s new favorite sleeping spot in no time, especially with its orthopedically supportive design and ultraplush feel. You’ll love how easy this bed is to clean with its removable cover, too — so, what are you waiting for?

K&H Cooling Pet Cot

  • Features removable legs
  • Easy to assemble
  • Holds up to 200 pounds

Not only will your four-legged friend be cooled down by water-powered technology in the pad of this cot, but they’ll be kept off the hot, hard ground, too. All thanks to removable legs! The metal legs and structure of this bed are just as sturdy as its weatherproof fabric, so you can take this cot nearly anywhere without worry. When you’re ready to cool Fido down, simply fill the center of the mattress with tap water and relax.

K&H Cool Blue Bed III for Dogs

  • Can use air valve to address the mattress’ pressure
  • Has a durable nylon/vinyl exterior
  • Good for indoor and outdoor use

If an elevated cot isn’t your pup’s style, K&H also makes a basic yet highly effective cooling bed to go right on the ground. It works the same way as the raised cot: You pour water into a designated filling spot in the pad. On this bed, though, you can also adjust the pressure of the “mattress” with an air valve, so your pet will always be both cozy and chill.

Reviewers praise the durability of this bed and its material — even dogs on the larger side can’t destroy it. Besides, who would want to tear up something so comfy?

FurHaven Comfy Couch Cooling Gel Cat & Dog Bed with Removable Cover

  • Removable cover is machine-washable
  • Bolsters can act as a headrest
  • Polyester filling is made from recycled water bottles

Staying cool just got a whole lot cuter. The brown removable cover that comes with this bed is both plush and posh. No one would mind having this in their living room! Your dog certainly won’t mind all four layers of luxurious materials: supportive foam at the base, cooling gel foam, faux fur, and the cushiony stuffed bolsters of the bed — perfect for pets who like to lean or prop up their head while sleeping.

As the temperature starts to go up, your dog doesn’t have to get hot. Whether you opt for a simple, comfy pad or a plush bed for your pupper, you can’t go wrong with any of these effective cooling technologies, especially during the summer! You’ve got lots of options to try out, so how can you not love a cooling mat for your dog?

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