Rubric v1 · 16 products scored
Dog bed rubric
Every product in this category is scored against the same rubric. Weights sum to 100. A hit on any disqualifier forces a "skip" verdict regardless of the point total.
Criteria & weights
1. Support structure
- 10CertiPUR-US orthopedic foam 4 in or more
- 8Memory foam (any thickness)
- 6Poly-foam 3-5 in
- 4Poly-foam under 2 in
- 2Loose fiber fill
2. Foam density (support beds only)
- 104+ lb/ft^3
- 82.5-4 lb/ft^3
- 61.5-2.5 lb/ft^3
- 2Under 1.5 lb/ft^3
3. Cover removability and wash
- 10Fully removable + machine washable
- 5Zip-off top only
- 0Non-removable
4. Waterproof or water-resistant liner
- 10Waterproof membrane liner around foam
- 5Water-resistant fabric
- 0None
5. Chew resistance
- 10Ballistic / Cordura + reinforced seams + chew warranty
- 6Ripstop / canvas
- 3Standard fabric
6. Sizing accuracy
- 10Both outer + inner sleep-surface stated
- 4Outer dimensions only
- 0Sleep-surface dimensions not stated
7. Bolster / head support
- 10Bolster 6+ in with foam core
- 5None (neutral for flat sleepers)
- 4Bolster present but fiber-fill only
8. Non-slip base
- 10Rubberized dots or full grip base
- 3Smooth base
9. Off-gassing and materials safety
- 10CertiPUR-US certified foam
- 4Uncertified foam
- 2Undisclosed
Disqualifiers
Any of the following forces a "skip" verdict, no matter how well the product scores on other criteria. Non-negotiable.
- No stated sleep-surface dimensions
- Foam with no density spec for beds sold as orthopedic
- Any recall in the last 24 months
Verdict thresholds
Total score cutoffs for each public verdict tier. Sum of weighted criterion scores maps directly onto these bands.
- Editors' pick
- ≥ 80
- Solid buy
- ≥ 65
- Situational
- ≥ 50