{"product_id":"scruffs-harvard-orthopaedic-mattress-dog-bed","title":"Scruffs Harvard Orthopaedic Mattress | Deep Memory-Foam Support","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA deep memory-foam orthopaedic mattress designed to give dogs extra support, comfort and pressure relief — especially older dogs, larger breeds and dogs with arthritis or other orthopaedic issues.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat is the real reason the Scruffs Harvard belongs in this range. Scruffs and Pets at Home specifically position it as a supportive orthopaedic mattress for dogs that need more cushioning, with a flat sleep area that keeps the memory-foam fill distributed evenly rather than bunching into a loose pillow shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Harvard is filled with \u003cstrong\u003erepurposed memory foam\u003c\/strong\u003e. The updated design keeps the main sleeping area flat so the foam is spread more evenly beneath the dog. It has a herringbone-style outer, soft plush detailing, a non-slip base and a removable machine-washable outer cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the brand say it is for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eScruffs markets the Harvard for all dogs, but particularly for \u003cstrong\u003eolder dogs, larger breeds and dogs with arthritis or other orthopaedic issues\u003c\/strong\u003e. The brand describes the memory-foam construction as providing exceptional support, comfort and relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat matters because memory foam is the defining feature of this product — not an incidental material. The value is deeper cushioning and a supportive resting surface for dogs that spend a lot of time lying down or appear more comfortable with more substantial padding beneath them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy can that matter for an IVDD dog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring IVDD recovery, some dogs spend far more time resting than usual. Once your dog is mobile enough to get onto a deeper mattress comfortably, a memory-foam bed like this can give them a more cushioned place to settle for long periods without the raised front edge of a bolstered bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemory-foam fill:\u003c\/strong\u003e deeper cushioning than a thin crate mat or basic pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat sleep area:\u003c\/strong\u003e no high front bolster to climb over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEven foam distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e the updated design is intended to keep the support spread across the sleeping area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-slip base:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps reduce the whole mattress moving on smooth flooring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashable outer cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e practical for a bed used heavily during recovery or long-term care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho would we choose it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dog that can already \u003cstrong\u003estand, turn and step onto a 12–16 cm mattress without scrambling, catching a paw or hauling themselves up\u003c\/strong\u003e, and where the owner wants deeper cushioning than a lower-profile crate mattress provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis can be particularly attractive for a larger, older or more mobile dog that benefits from orthopaedic-style cushioning and spends long periods resting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 × 70 × 12 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX Large:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 × 75 × 16 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure both the available floor space and the height your dog has to negotiate. The mattress can fit the room perfectly and still be too high for the individual dog using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe important IVDD trade-off\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same depth that makes this mattress comfortable is also its main limitation for a dog with marked weakness. A 12–16 cm step can be too much for a small dog, a dog dragging a limb, or a dog with poor paw placement. In that situation, a lower-profile mattress is likely to be easier to access.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat does not make the Harvard a poor IVDD bed. It simply means its strongest benefit — deep memory-foam cushioning — is most useful \u003cstrong\u003eonce safe access is already established\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable outer cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine wash on a cool, gentle cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReshape while damp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not tumble dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior can be spot cleaned with a damp cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e we have not found a current manufacturer or retailer claim that the Harvard mattress contains a waterproof inner liner. If bladder accidents are likely, use a separate washable or waterproof protective layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAubenord view\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the deep-support option in our recovery bedding range.\u003c\/strong\u003e We would choose it when the dog can manage the height comfortably and the owner wants the specific benefits Scruffs designed it for: memory-foam cushioning, orthopaedic support, a flat sleep area and more substantial comfort for long periods of rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petsathome.com\/product\/scruffs-harvard-memory-foam-orthopaedic-mattress-dog-bed-graphite-grey\/P72097\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck current sizes, price \u0026amp; availability at Pets at Home →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent recommendation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aubenord does not sell this product and currently receives no commission from this link. Product claims above are based on current manufacturer\/retailer information and may change. For an active IVDD episode, follow your veterinary or rehabilitation team’s movement guidance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scruffs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43743220432959,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2664\/5734\/files\/scruffs-harvard-mattress-with-dog_9e265875-1f7f-48cb-8609-f4f3af141b41.jpg?v=1786663826","url":"https:\/\/aubenord.com\/products\/scruffs-harvard-orthopaedic-mattress-dog-bed","provider":"Aubenord","version":"1.0","type":"link"}