The Velvet Donut Dog Bed From Miaboo

A dog bed is more than just a place to rest on – it can be a soothing oasis for your pup and the perfect calming tool for them to drift off into their sleep. The best calming beds have high walls that foster burrowing behavior, which can help reduce anxiety and stress, as well as a plush exterior that is cosy enough for most dogs to snuggle up and get into their dreamland. Our pack of testers – Hucky the Labrador, Bluebell the springer/Labrador cross and Luna the lurcher – put each bed through their paces, manipulating them with their paws and heads, and testing for the comfort and burrowing qualities.

This velvet Donut dog bed from Miaboo features a raised outer ring with a cushy inner circle and a comfortable bolster. Its rounded design mimics the way most dogs like to pad around in their ancestral nesting behaviour and then settle down.

The Donut is stuffed with upholstery-grade LUXURA-FILL technology, a super-soft, hypoallergenic fiber that’s designed to last and retain its shape over time. Its cover is a luxurious faux fur that comes in a range of colours including classic taupe, dark chocolate and grey, which our dog testers really liked. The outer cover unzips to reveal the inner bolster, and both are machine washable on the cold setting, making it easy to keep your pet’s bed looking fresh.

We love that the Donut has low bolster sides, which make it easier for shorter-legged pups to hop on and off, as well as seniors who prefer lower surfaces. The outer cover also has a nonslip base, which helps the bed stay in place even when a sleepy canine is sprawled out across it.

Our testers really loved how soft and snuggly this bed was, with all of them falling asleep instantly! It’s easy to see why – the velvety outer and bolster are made from super-soft polyester, with microvelvet on both sides. It’s machine-washable and dryer safe too, so it’s quick and simple to keep this bed in tip top condition.

Unlike other donut-style beds we’ve tested, this one is made in the USA by Cornish Beds. We think that’s a good thing, since their human-made beds are often made in factories that meet surprisingly strict standards for worker safety and ethical production. They’re also a lot more affordable than some of the other beds on this list, and come with a warranty should anything go wrong with yours. Plus, they ship directly from the US, which means you’re supporting a small business that is doing its bit for the planet! If you’d like to add a touch of luxury, the Donut can be personalised for no additional cost with your dog’s name in silver-grey embroidery. You can choose to include this when you order the bed, or email them later if you’re already a customer. A personalised bed makes a lovely gift for the dog in your life.