Dazy Dog Cooling Dog Bed

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  • 2026

  • Product
    Housewares and Objects

Commissioned By:

Nolex Group Pty Ltd

Designed In:

Australia

The Dazy Dog Cooling Bed is a world first orthopaedic dog bed incorporating Outlast® Thermo-Technology, a phase-change material originally engineered for NASA spacesuits. Clinically proven to reduce sweat production by up to 48% it delivers year-round thermo-regulation for dogs, combining a dual-layer memory foam base with premium, washable comfort.


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  • CHALLENGE
  • SOLUTION
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  • Dogs are uniquely vulnerable to heat. Unlike humans, they cannot sweat through their skin they rely on panting, which is metabolically costly and inadequate in sustained heat. Australian summers regularly exceed 35°C, yet the pet bedding market offered no clinically validated temperature-regulation solution for dogs. Existing “cooling” beds relied on passive gel inserts or moisture-wicking fabrics that absorb rather than manage heat. The challenge was to source and integrate a proven, active thermal-management technology into an orthopaedic dog bed, one that would perform year-round without chemicals, while remaining machine-washable, durable, and aesthetically appealing for the modern pet owner.

  • Dazy Dog partnered with Outlast Technologies whose phase-change material (PCM) technology was originally developed for NASA to manage extreme temperature fluctuations in spacesuits. The Outlast® fabric is integrated as a secondary layer beneath a 200gsm cotton outer cover, creating a dual-function surface: cotton for softness, PCMs for proactive thermal regulation. When a dog’s body heat rises, the PCMs absorb and store excess heat; as the dog cools, they release it back, continuously balancing temperature without electricity or additives. The bed is completed with CertiPUR-US® certified dual-layer memory foam, Ultra-Fresh™ antimicrobial treatment, and fully waterproof internal liners. All covers are machine-washable.

  • Dazy Dog Cooling Bed has materially improved sleep quality and thermal comfort for dogs across Australia, particularly seniors and breeds prone to overheating. Commercially, the product has achieved 1,050+ five-star reviews and a WeMoney award for Best Quality Pet Bed. It has expanded the premium pet wellness category by introducing aerospace-grade materials to everyday animal care. Environmentally, the bed’s durability, backed by a lifetime no-sag guarantee, reduces the replacement cycle that characterises low-cost pet bedding. Socially, it deepens the human-animal bond by giving owners an evidence-based solution to a genuine welfare need, reducing heat stress without chemicals or specialist interventions.

  • •Outlast® Thermo-Technology - phase-change materials (PCMs) proactively absorb, store and release body heat to maintain a balanced microclimate. Independently tested to reduce sweat production by up to 48%. Originally developed for NASA spacesuits, manufactured in Germany.•Dual-Layer Orthopaedic Memory Foam - a base layer of high-density support foam topped with a contour memory foam layer. Distributes weight evenly to relieve pressure on joints, hips and elbows - critical for senior, post-surgical and large-breed dogs. Backed by a Lifetime No-Sag Guarantee.•CertiPUR-US® Certified Foam - independently verified to be free from formaldehyde, mercury, lead and other heavy metals. Safe for direct, prolonged contact.•Ultra-Fresh™ Antimicrobial Treatment - foam is treated with Ultra-Fresh™ to inhibit bacteria, mites and odour for up to two years. No ongoing chemical application required.•Fully Waterproof Internal Liners - every foam component is individually enclosed in a waterproof liner case, protecting the memory foam from accidents and extending product lifespan significantly.•Interchangeable Cover System - the zip-off cover system allows owners to swap between seasonal fabrics (cooling, bouclé, puffer, canvas) without purchasing a new bed.Four sizes (S, M, L, XL) - designed to accommodate breeds from small terriers to large-breed dogs such as Great Danes and Malamutes.