The Original Dog Bed

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New Zealand's Favourite - Life of Riley Original 2-Layer NZ Wool-filled Dog Bed!

  • Dog beds with a removable machine washable cover with velcro closure for easy washing. Made from a hardwearing yet soft cross weave 100% cotton corduroy fabric.
  • Filled with 2 thick layers of luxurious wool batting (approx 16cm thick)
  • Wool is naturally odour resistant and offers luxurious comfort to your dog and helps to soothe those aches and pains of older dogs. (Many other wool-filled beds only have one layer of wool).
  • Wool is naturally warm in Winter and cool in Summer. The thermoregulatory properties of wool make sleep a deeper and more pleasant experience allowing your dog a longer more comfortable rest. The Resiliency of wool provides even weight support so there is less pressure on painful joints and muscles, great for dogs with arthritis.
  • A great selection of neutral colours which fit into any home decor colour scheme.

These beds are made from natural materials, just like a futon they need to be flipped and aired regularly. If your dog often has wet feet when they get on their bed, or you have a puppy or incontinent dog we recommend you also purchase a mattress protector. 

Proudly MADE IN NEW ZEALAND

Note: The "Snuggle Sausage" Shown in some photos is sold separately - Check them out here.

Mattresses come in 4 sizes:

  • Small Dog Bed: Suitable for Puppies, Aussie Terrier, Shitsu, French Bull Dog, or even Cats!

    MediumDog Bed: Suitable for Spoodle, Jack Russell, Fox Terrier, British Bulldog

    LargeDog Bed: Suitable for Labrador, Retriever, Labradoodle, Border Collie, Husky

    Extra LargeDog Bed: Suitable for larger breeds, German Shepherd, Bullmastiff

    Shipping rates depend on the weight and qty of the items purchased and will be calculated at checkout.


CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

It is important to air the bed regularly and to flip it as often as possible. 
As the wool isn’t designed to get wet - We recommend that you purchase one of our waterproof mattress protectors if you are using the bed for puppy crate training or have an incontinent dog etc.

IMPORTANT: If you have a limited edition leather tag on your bed (spice or Ivory) DO NOT SOAK or the colour will bleed from the tag.

Outer Corduroy Cover:

  • Cold delicate machine wash on a cool cycle (or hand wash) We recommend using our Life of Riley "Laundry Wash"
  • Hang inside out to dry in the shade (not direct sunlight) - Do not dry in the dryer. 
  • Because our covers are made from 100% cotton please don't leave them out in the sun for extended periods of time. In the long run, all fabric colours eventually fade in sunlight but cotton tends to fade easier than polyester.

White Insert Mattress /Cushion:

  • The inner mattress can be spot cleaned only. DO NOT remove the wool from the white inner lining and DO NOT machine wash the inner.
  • The zip is only there for when they are manufactured, it is not designed to have the wool removed.
  • The inner can also be sprayed with nature’s miracle/odorex if needed to remove stains or odours.
  • As the bed is natural It is important to air the inner mattress regularly in the sunshine whenever you wash the cover. Make sure to dry outside properly before putting the cover back on.
  • IMPORTANT: If the wool is removed from the inner liner, you will find it extremely difficult to put it back in to lay flat again. There is also a high chance you will break the zip. We can sell replacement inner liners if this does happen but please be aware this will be at your own expense.

If cared for properly… your Life of Riley dog bed will last for many many years!

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29/03/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Awesome

Our two dogs who are getting older just love the beds,( we have two beds). Best buy for our boys

The Life of Riley The Original Dog Bed Review
27/03/2024
JR
Julia R.
New Zealand New Zealand

Not only for dogs!

My cats LOVE this bed! And I love that it's all natural fibres. I had a shelter built in the back yard for all the hungry strays (have caught them all and had them desexed) - here's a photo of their luxury three story cottage with their Life of Riley beds. Since placing these beds in there, the cats sleep in there every night - and often for half the day :-)

The Life of Riley The Original Dog Bed Review
25/03/2024
MH
Megan H.
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Life of Riley Dog Bed

My dog Sylvie loves her new bed. She loves it because she stretches out when she sleeps and this bed is nice and big. am happy with it because I know she is sleeping on natural fibres, it is easy to wash and looks nice too.

28/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Best little crate bed

Harriet lives her bed sleeps all night

25/02/2024
AK
Annie K.
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Original Dog Beds & Snuggle Sausages

Have recently purchased 2 original Dog Beds and Snuggle Sausages as an upgrade for my two small dogs-who have both taken to their new beds with great enthusiasm! The snuggle sausages fit into their crates-providing a snuggly bumper, which they also use as a headrest. They sleep very soundly, so I can only assume that the wool filling is very comfortable, even in our current humid climate. The colour ( dark grey) is a gorgeous shade, and very complementary in our bedroom. I think you could say that pups and parents are thrilled with the new beds!

25/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

The best loved dog bed!

Second bed I’ve purchased cause my 2 dogs both want to use despite having other options, and won’t share so now they have one each! Summer or winter it is a firm favourite. Highly recommend.

22/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

really good, thank you

21/02/2024
MH
melissa h.
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Happy customer

Lovely service, with thoughtful finishing touches in the packaging. My senior dog hopped straight on happily.

16/02/2024
CT
Carol T.
Australia Australia
I recommend this product

Original Dog bed

I am from Australia and Ordering was very easy. I ordered the Original Dog bed and 3 snuggles for when the cold weather arrives. All items perfectly packaged. I ordered from "Life of Riley" dog bedding because it is made from natural fibres and not the man made synthetic fibres so many dog beds are made of. Thank you Steen and Georgia for your great product

14/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Dog bed

Top product and great service

08/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Great bed!

I have struggled to find a bed that is thick, long and wide. This one is such a good size and fits perfectly in my boys kennel. He seeks it out on hot days, the cotton must feel nice and cool. Will definitely be buying the cosy teddy cover and snuggle sausage for winter!

06/02/2024
CS
Claire S.
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Original Dog Bed

Quick and easy delivery. Our girl Indie has been loving her new bed! The ability to remove the cover for washing, as well as the waterproof mattress protecter was very appealing when looking for a new dog bed! Love the fact that it is NZ made also :)

06/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Great Products and Amazing Customer Service

Bought a bed and snuggle sausage as well as a coffee bark bone and coconut husk ball. All are of a very high quality and just beautiful! Love them all! Customer service was also amazing all the way. Will 100% order again!

05/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Dog bed

Dog loves the bed

05/02/2024
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Anonymous
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Original bed

Excellent product and excellent customer service. I have purchased from them before and they were also excellent then. And my dogs love their beds Would highly recommend

03/02/2024
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Deborah M.
New Zealand New Zealand
I recommend this product

Good quality and comfortable dog bed

I bought this dog bed for my dog who has arthritis and am very happy with the quality and comfort of it for him. The snuggle works really well with it to use as a pillow and against the wall. I’m happy to have a dog bed where you can remove the cover to wash it so the bed itself stays intact.