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Three beds, three jobs. Pick the one that matches your dog.
Best all-rounder
$169.00
A 120 x 80cm mattress with 10cm of memory and orthopaedic foam. Room to sprawl, and a water resistant liner for muddy days.
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Best for chewers
$199.00
Ballistic nylon base with hidden zips, and a topper you can unbutton during a chewing phase.
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Best premium pick
$265.00
Memory foam with a cooling gel layer, plus a 3-year no-sag guarantee on the rims.
View this bedMales run 29 to 36kg and females 25 to 32kg. Labs reach adult height at 6 to 12 months but can keep filling out until about 2 years (Hill's Pet NZ). Buy for the adult dog.
Bed makers who fit lots of Labs describe them as stretchers. That is why we lean towards big flat mattresses. A Lab that curls up will also like a bolster.
The Labrador coat is short and dense. They are water retrievers at heart, so expect damp, sandy dogs on the bed. Washable covers and a liner matter more than fancy fabric.
Labs eat things. Foreign-body ingestion is one of the costliest claims at Southern Cross Pet Insurance, with an average paid claim of $1,245 (1News, 2026).
This is not medical advice. Ask your vet about any existing condition.
5.5%
In a UK study of Labradors, degenerative joint disease affected 5.5% (McGreevy et al., 2018). Labs also had x2.8 the risk of arthritis (RVC). A thick foam base can help support joints at rest.
8.8%
8.8% of Labs in that study were overweight or obese. Heavier dogs sink deeper into soft stuffing, so choose dense foam, and talk to your vet about weight.
10.4%
Otitis externa affected 10.4% of Labs, and chocolate Labs were hit harder (23.4% vs 12.8% in black). A bed will not treat an ear infection, but removable covers make it easy to keep the sleeping surface clean.
$1,245
A chew-resistant base with hidden zips can help reduce the temptation. It is not a guarantee, and puppies still need supervision.
Lay your dog flat on the floor and measure from nose tip to base of tail. Measure curled too. Add about 10cm (Kuranda sizing guide).
If you are between sizes, go larger.
For puppies, buy for the adult size.
| Brooklyn® bed | Size | Dimensions | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
 Ultra Memory Foam |
2XL | 120 x 80 x 10cm | Most adult Labs |
 Ortho Pro |
2XL | 115 x 90cm | Older Labs and sore joints |
 Nest |
Jumbo | 113 x 93cm, inner 80 x 55cm | Bigger Labs who like a rim |
 Luxe Lounger |
Jumbo | 120 x 70 x 30cm | Chewers |
 Deep Sleep |
2XL | 100cm, inner about 70cm | Curlers. A stretched-out Lab may rest legs on the rim |
Room to sprawl and the best joint support. The Ultra Memory Foam Bed fits here.
Rims and cooling gel for a premium, long-lasting option. The Nest fits here.
For puppies and adolescents, or any Lab that targets beds. The Luxe Lounger fits here.
Cosy and cheaper, but filled with PP-cotton, not foam. Deep Sleep 2XL fits here. Best for relaxed Labs, not chewers.
Labs love water, and NZ winters are wet, so washing matters. Foam is not washable, but covers go in on a gentle cycle and line dry, and the liner only needs wiping. The Luxe Lounger base is waterproof for outdoor use.
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No, but the breed shows higher arthritis risk, so foam is a sensible default as they age. Ask your vet if your dog already has stiffness.
The Luxe Lounger. The base is chew resistant, not chew proof, and the topper is not chew resistant. Take it off during chewing phases.
Our foam is 50% memory and 50% orthopaedic foam to keep it breathable. The Nest adds a cooling gel layer. These are brand claims, and your vet can advise if your dog overheats.
Usually the Ultra Memory Foam 2XL or the Nest Jumbo. Measure first.
Use the water resistant liner, wipe it, and machine wash the covers. Do not wash the liner.
One study found higher rates of ear and skin disease in chocolate Labs. Clean bedding does not treat it, so see your vet.
Sources: Hill's Pet NZ (2023), Purina NZ, Dogs NZ breed standard, McGreevy et al. (2018), Royal Veterinary College VetCompass "The Lab Report" (2021), 1News (26 Jul 2026), Kuranda sizing guide, Brooklyn® product pages (2 Oct 2026). Health figures are from the studies cited and are not veterinary advice. Health figures are from the studies cited and are not veterinary advice.
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