This Outdoor Dog Bed From IKEA Is Perfect for Pups Spending Time Outside
Summer is just around the corner, and that means the weather is starting to heat up. With daylight lasting longer, it's the perfect time to spend more time outdoors and bask in the sunshine. The only thing that can make the summer season even better? Having your furry friend by your side all season long.
However, before you start planning your backyard bashes, you'll want to ensure your pup is well taken care of in the heat. Besides keeping water on rotation all day long, providing your furry friends with some shade is vital to help them enjoy the season without worrying about overheating. At IKEA, pet parents can find a simple yet effective outdoor dog bed that keeps our puppies safe without all of the fuss and price tag.
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BOLMSÖ Dog Bed, $149.99 at IKEA
The BOLMSÖ Dog Bed from IKEA is a practical solution for overheating worries that gives your dogs the perfect space to enjoy the outdoors. Handwoven and maintenance-free, simply plop the dog bed in the corner, add a plush mattress or blanket, and let your pups enjoy the summer sun.
With plenty of space for small and medium-sized dogs, this dog bed is perfect for our furry friends to relax while escaping from the harsh sun rays. Made out of plastic rattan and a powder-coated steel frame, this dog bed is easy to clean once the season is over.
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Designed with two side panels for privacy and a top shade to protect them from direct sunlight, the dog bed gives your pups the space they need without ever leaving your side. Measuring 69 centimeters high by 63 centimeters wide by 55 centimeters deep, pet parents can easily add this dog bed to any backyard or patio.
Pet parents are already obsessed with this dog bed, with reviews highlighting its spacious, easy-to-assemble design. "My little dog (around 15 pounds) loves this bed. It's stable, easy to move around, provides shade, and keeps the foam bed we added to it off the ground, so bugs and rain don't get on the bed when he's not using it. Been using it for 3 months with sun exposure, no sign of any issues," added one reviewer.
Don't let your furry friends be locked inside this summer; instead, let them cozy up in their own outdoor oasis.
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This story was originally published May 6, 2026 at 10:20 AM.