In short: a dog bed is in direct contact with your dog’s skin and nose for many hours a day, so what is inside matters as much as the cover. Certifications such as OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 (fabrics) and CertiPUR® (foam) show that materials were tested against limits for harmful substances and emissions. They do not mean zero chemicals, and a bed does not treat skin conditions.
When choosing a bed, most people look at comfort and design. Materials are often overlooked, yet dogs rest with skin, paws and nose on the surface and breathe very close to it every day.
It is not just the cover: what is inside matters too
A dog bed is not only fabric. Inside there are foams, fillings and structural components. Foam that has not been tested can release more emissions over time, even when the outer fabric looks high quality.
That is why the internal materials are as important as the cover.
Natural does not always mean safe
A material described as natural can still contain residues if it has not been tested. The real difference is not between natural and synthetic, but between tested and untested materials.
What OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 and CertiPUR® mean
- OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100: a European standard for textiles. Fabrics are tested for substances that can be harmful, including in prolonged contact with skin.
- CertiPUR®: a standard for foam. Certified foam is made without heavy metals or phthalates and tested for low emissions (VOC).
What certifications do not mean
Certifications show that materials were tested against defined limits. They do not mean a product contains no chemicals at all, and a bed does not treat any condition.
Dogs with sensitive skin, allergies or dermatitis
Dermatitis and allergies can have many causes, so the first step is always your vet. A bed made with tested materials simply avoids adding one more possible irritant where your dog spends most of its day. A removable, washable cover also makes regular cleaning easy.
How Jeff&Co chooses materials
Jeff&Co beds use OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified fabrics and CertiPUR® certified foam. Recycled fabrics are certified under the Global Recycled Standard (GRS), and the wooden structures are made in Italy with local manufacturers.
Discover KumoFrequently asked questions
Are dog beds safe?
It depends on the materials. Choose beds whose fabric and foam have been tested for harmful substances and emissions, and that have a removable cover you can wash.
What does CertiPUR® certified mean?
The foam is made without heavy metals or phthalates and tested for low emissions (VOC).
Is a certified bed suitable for dogs with dermatitis?
It is a sensible choice for dogs with sensitive skin because it avoids adding possible irritants. It is not a treatment, so follow your vet’s advice for the condition itself.
