Since the cover is waterproof along with the liner can this be used as an outdoor dog bed? It would be on a covered porch but during the rain or snow would feel damp.
1743143
My suggestion is what I do for our covered back porch bed. I put an LL Bean dog blanket on top. It gives a barrier and can be washed and dried as needed.
1743144
I have not tested the waterproofing. However, I do not believe it can be used as an outdoor dog bed.
1743145
I would say that it should not be used as an outdoor dog bed. The cover is velour like and would probably absorb moisture. I always put on old blanket on top of it and then I can wash and change the blanket as needed. We have had the bed about 3 months now and the cover looks great.
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No. It is a little bit deceptive. The cover is machine washable, not water proof and the liner is a little water repellant but not waterproof! I think they are great for inside but they would not hold up outside.
759594
I would recommend making a cover of some sorts to put over it. Heavy rain it will not hold up. I have 2,n 2 cat houses. Mine are covered w a tarp n insulation boards. They love them
1375483
We don't leave ours outside so I don't really know about leaving it outside. If it is in a covered place that doesn't get wet regularly I would think it would hold up well. Our dog is a real lap dog but we use it in campgrounds and he loves it he seems very comfy on it. Hope it works for you.
670525
Yes. I have it outside but in a covered porch. However, if area is uncovered, the lid protects it from the rain
2005762
Yes it can be used outdoors. The skin is thick and so is the padding. You could probably lay it on gravel and be alright. The covering seems like it would repel water. You could probably leave it out in the rain and it'd be ok with a towel drying. Can't say how it'd hold up if you left it outside in the elements 24/7 though.
570572
It's not waterproof but you'd have to be very unlucky. There is a lot of padding and multiple layers. It'd need a lot of rain to be a problem I think. So much rain I'd be looking for a bloke with an arc full of animals...
563939
Yes it can be used outdoors but it must be protected from rain and snow such as on a covered porch. I have one high up on a covered porch so not water hits it through this cold winter in PA and so far no problems. If not protected from water it cannot be used outdoors.
548958
I have mine on an open air porch so it gets a little bit of rain on it. I haven't had any issues with rain bothering it. It wouldn't hurt to put a coat of protectant on it if it will be outside though.
937628
Mine is just sitting on the porch. My dogs have never turned it over. The only thing I have done for mine is my oldest dog was having problems bending down to eat. I went to a metal fabrication shop and had them build me a stand to put the feeder in to raise the height up. I would worry about putting holes in it that rain might get the food damp. If you cover it though it should be fine.
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My opinion is it isnt good for outdoor use. I have just happened to have the bed outside for the last week thinking I would use it as such since he no longer needs it in my office. It's also happened to rain everyday this week unexpectedly (before I have time to pull it in). It's not waterproof and takes in a bunch of water. It does end up drying by the next "day'ish", but that's also because it's been hot during the day. I also notice it attracts bugs on the underside when it's been raining.
1010898
Sorry, but I would not purchase this for outdoor use unless it is protected by a covering of some sort. I left mine out in the open and it was damaged after it got wet from the rain.
602706
I have 3 of the large pet beds and all 3are outside. They are out of the weather and thry are wonderful...one is in an outside dog house and one on top. The dog house is under the roof of a covered deck.
1166777
I don't think so, we have a patio cover so the rain hasn't got to it. But judging by the quality of it, I wouldn't say its weatherproof
1185122
It works quite well to keep weather out. It's not waterproof. Just resistant. It will get wet, and if it freezes it will freeze solid. Great cover though! I suggest fully.
1249024
I have it on a covered porch using it to store cushions and as a "coffee"table. Looks great and serves this use well. I would not trust it to be waterproof without lining it with some plastic if it were fully exposed to outside elements.
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It should not be used outdoors without being covered. It does have a 3/4" top so it'll resist warping, but it won't resist damage related to water/snow directly on the table top. We used it outdoors on a covered patio.
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I wouldn't suggest putting it outside. If it rains, it will be drenched and very heavy. I have my doormat laying inside next to the inside the door. Works very well.