Dog beds for small dogs
A small dog is roughly up to 9 kg: chihuahua, Yorkshire terrier, Pomeranian, maltipoo, pug, dachshund, Jack Russell. If you have a specific breed, open its page for a precise recommendation. Here we cover what matters for small dogs: how to measure, and why "sizing up to be safe" is a mistake for a small dog.
Measure a small dog in the pose it sleeps in. Most small breeds sleep curled up, so measure the dog curled and add about 10 cm. Don't allow "for the coat": under a Pomeranian's or Yorkie's fluff is a 3 kg dog, and the space is for the body, not the volume of hair. If your dog sleeps stretched out, then measure nose to hind legs plus 10 cm.
Choose a XS–M bedSize XS–M beds
Which size to pick
| Weight | Size | OUTER | INNER SPACE |
|---|---|---|---|
| up to 4 kg | XS | 50×45×20 см | 25×25 см |
| up to 6 kg | S | 65×50×20 см | 40×30 см |
| up to 12 kg | M | 75×65×20 см | 50×43 см |
| up to 20 kg | L | 90×80×25 см | 60×50 см |
| up to 35 kg | XL | 110×85×25 см | 75×55 см |
| up to 60 kg | 2XL | 120×100×25 см | 85×70 см |
| up to 100 kg | 3XL | 145×115×25 см | 110×85 см |
Measurement tolerance ±2–3 cm. Torn between two — take the bigger one.
What to consider when choosing
XS — outer 50×45, inner 25×25, up to 4 kg: chihuahua, Yorkie, small Pomeranian.
S — outer 65×50, inner 40×30, up to 6 kg: Pomeranian, maltipoo, toy terrier.
M — outer 75×65, inner 50×43, up to 12 kg: pug, dachshund, Jack Russell.
In the chart we deliberately give the inner space, not just the outer size: most makers publish only the bed's footprint, so the buyer can't tell how much room is really inside the bolsters. Go by the inner figure — that's what you measured the dog against. Small breeds often sleep where it's warmer — by a radiator or on the sofa. A compact XS–S bed has the added benefit that it's easy to move to the dog's favourite warm corner.
With small breeds the mistake is the opposite of large ones: people take a "slightly bigger" size and the dog huddles in a corner. The reason is simple: empty space around a 2–3 kg dog doesn't keep it warm, and a small breed looks for warmth and a sense of safety first. So an XS or S with a bolster to hide behind is almost always better than an oversized M. The exception is the dachshund and pug: low but stocky, they often fit M just right.
For small dogs comfort matters more than space. Depth and a bolster to lean against give the den feeling small breeds seek. We kept the bolster lower on the small sizes: the dog can step over it and lean its back on it. One more thing is insulation from the floor: a 2–3 kg dog chills quickly on a cold surface, so the mattress separates it from the cool floor. Small dogs are washed more often than large ones — they live in your arms and your bed.
In sizes XS–M all four EGO fabrics are available. Small breeds most often get SOFT or TOUCH velour — the warmest and softest, and small dogs are cold-prone and like to burrow. Oxford and rogozhka are more practical if the dog is active or goes outside often. Curly coats (maltipoo, bichons) suit the smooth velours better — the hair doesn't catch. All fabrics are upholstery-grade, the same quality as on mid-range sofas.
The cover comes off on a YKK zipper and machine-washes at 30°C — a small dog needs washing often. Fine hair lifts off with a brush, and colour holds after dozens of washes. A spare cover can be ordered separately, without buying a new bed. Made in-house by BOSYAK, dispatch in 1–2 days; custom sizes on request.