This bed will arrive as a pre-assembled frame and a set of four legs. Simply insert the legs into each corner socket and twist by hand until tight and the bed is ready for use.

The frame and legs are made from 100% aluminum, including the corners (which are simply powder-coated black). The mesh bed sling is made from 100% polyester. Each leg has a rubber foot cap to keep the bed from sliding.

The Chew Proof Armored™ Ripstop Elevated Dog Bed is our original elevated bed. It has no padding, making it an excellent option for dogs that like to eat stuffing, and the ripstop material is both durable and breathable. It will hold up against scratching better than the mesh, while still offering cooling benefits. Unlike the mesh, it also features a waterproof backing to help contain spills.

This is an Open Box item, and as such, does not come with a warranty against dog-related damaged. However, if the item arrives with damage from transit, it qualifies for a replacement or warranty store credit under our 30-Day Manufacturer's warranty. Please note that this warranty does not apply to cosmetic marks or imperfections, as these are expected with Open Box items.

 Simply wipe the bed down with a damp cloth or scrub away any stubborn spots with soap and warm water. You can also take it outside and hose it down or pressure wash it for a thorough cleaning. Most soaps and detergents are fine, but avoid using bleach—it can damage the frame.

Since this bed has no padding and instead cradles your dog to provide support, it needs to be raised up about three inches minimum from the ground in order to work effectively (bigger, heavier dogs will need more clearance, so larger beds stand taller). While the legs can be removed from the frame, your dog will essentially be on the floor without them and won’t find the bed very comfortable at all.

First, remove the plastic pan or tray from the bottom of the crate. Then slide the bed through the crate door at a diagonal before you add the legs. Once it’s in the crate, reach in and add a leg to each corner socket, twisting by hand until tight. Level the bed out and lower it until the feet touch the floor and it is good to go.

Unfortunately, it isn’t possible to personalize this particular bed. We use heat-transfer vinyl lettering to personalize the elevated beds, and the open weave of the mesh sling simply isn’t compatible with this application process. For a personalizable elevated bed, check out our Chew Proof Armored Ripstop Elevated Dog Bed or Chew Proof Armored Padded Elevated Dog Crate Bed.

For best results, check out our size guide. This bed is designed to fit standard wire crates but crate dimensions can vary slightly by manufacturer, so make sure to compare the actual dimensions of your crate against those for the bed size you’re interested in. The dimensions shown for our beds are exact, and due to their rigid frames these beds will not fit in spaces smaller than their size.

For use outside a crate, measure your dog from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail and use that as the minimum length the bed needs to be for your dog to lie on it comfortably. Remember that the frame takes up an inch of space from each side, so the sleeping area is 2" smaller in each dimension from the total bed size.