The 12 best pet friendly couches for 2025

Updated 7 Jan 2025

Picture this, you're snuggled up in front of the TV, it's your chance to unwind after a long day… but wait, your furry friend is trying to jump onto your gorgeous new couch for a cuddle. You love your furry friend, but you also love your couch, and couches, muddy paws, and sharp claws don't match. Or do they?

Heard of pet-friendly couches? No, not a brand, just a range of sofas that are easy to clean, odor-proof, and claw/chew-resistant, they do all this while being stylish and, of course, comfortable. Check out twelve of the best pet-friendly couches which give pet parents and their furry friends a little more peace of mind when cozying up together at the end of the day.

Best overall pet-friendly couch

The Burrow Nomad coaches

As part of Burrow's nomad collection of coaches, these were each created for pet owners and those with an active lifestyle. Their game changing synthetic fabric options are built on solid wood frame with pet friendly upholstery, are stain resistant, whilst providing a soft hangout spot for cats, dogs, and any other furry friends you want to share movie night with.

These comfy coaches come with a variety of fabric options and designed to be the coach for the busy modern home. The stylish wooden legs and aesthetic mean this coach isn't just idea for pets, it'll neatly fit in as a standout piece of furniture in your home.

All form leather sofa

Not only are these sofas available in a variety of stylish colors, they’re covered in ‘performance fabrics’ that are heavy duty, and are protected against scratches, pilling and stains.

Best pet-friendly sectional couches

Floyd's Four-Piece Sectional Sofa

Designed for style and engineered for durability, this pet-friendly sectional couch allows you to get as creative as you like with your interior, without having to worry about how it might look next season.

You can add to it like building blocks, meaning your couch can be adapted whether you're expanding your furry family or moving home. While all the fabric choices are stain and odor-resistant, they say that the performance fabric and boucle options are the most pet-friendly.

Ikea Kivik Sofa

Some times best bet with a sofa lie with a simple solution - Ikea. Their well tested performance fabrics are resistant to pet nails (including kitty claws, and even if you have two cats or more), liquid spills, and allow for spot cleaning.

The beauty of this sectional coach is its ability to change style by moving the different sections. The washable pet friendly fabric option can be switched for other colors and designs - one of the nice things about this multi-purpose coach.

Best kid and pet-friendly couches

Drew Upholstered Sofa

This stylish sofa has been upholstered with stain-resistant fabric that’s perfect for busy pet parents prone to stains and spills. The cushion covers are also completely removable, which means you can wash them with ease, should your furry friends have any accidents. 

Plus, the cushions are reversible, should you want to feel a little fresher, even after the covers have been washed. Cheeky top tip? Look out for sofas specifically made with stain-resistant upholstery, with removable and washable covers.

Aaron sectional

A coach will quickly become and human or pet parents' best friend than a sofa which is 100% machine washable, with durable fabrics, that can easily handle shedding pets. The daily thrills and spills of having both pets and kids can mean compromising with a sofa covered in stains. Luckily, even the upholstery can be washed as well as the cushions.

Comfortable, soft, and durable, enjoy this pet friendly couch knowing all pet hair can be easily removed and washed alongside soda and crayon marks.

Best pet-friendly washable couches  

HONBAY Convertible Sectional Sofa

The best pet friendly furniture must have stain resistant fabric, reversible cushions, long lasting durability, and look like a proper piece of living room furniture. The Honbay Convertible has all of this, as well as removable covers which are machine washable.

The pet friendly seat cushions were designed with pets in mind. Even the back cushions can resists scratches even from large dogs. The durable fabric and washable slipcover make it ideal for everyday wear and tear.

Lucia 92.5'' Slipcovered Sofa

You might like this sofa from Joss & Main - with over 12,000 reviews at an average of 4.7 stars, it’s clearly a crowd favorite. The sofa is more on the traditional end - reminiscent of a French cottage style, if you will. The company will also deliver your sofa and carry it to your room of choice - no fuss!

Most stylish pet-friendly couches

The Muir Sofa

This statement piece is an exhibition of artisanal woodwork and “tailored, high-end comfort”. Layered cushioning made from a blend of down, feather and memory foam sits on top of a thick ash wood frame.

But what we love most is the built-in side table, which is described as a work of art, but we think is conveniently positioned for a cozy dog bed. Keep a little bit of space between you and your furry friends (if you wish), but still indulge in a little luxurious chill time together. 

Marvin Upholstered Bench

If you’re looking for a pet-friendly couch that’s a little bit different, this upholstered bench is the perfect spot to lounge on in a cozy nook of the living room.

Made from “life-friendly” fabrics in various hues, the bench can be brushed free of excess debris or dirt, and stains can be blotted away with ease.

Best pet-friendly sofa beds

Serta Monroe Full Size Convertible Sofa

This convertible sofa from Wayfair has over 4000 reviews at an average of 4.7, which might help you feel more secure if ordering online. Like many of the sofas on their website, this convertible is also stain-resistant, which is great if you’ve got an accident-prone pack of pups at home.

Lourenco 77” Upholstered Sleeper Sofa

Made in America, this neat piece of furniture is a sofa by day and a bed by night. Couch-surfing fur babies can curl up next to you without a care in the world (well that’s nothing new), and now you don’t have to worry about getting the sofa a bit mucky either.

The polyester-blend fabric is easy to clean and durable, meaning that you and your (furry) guests can sleep comfortably.

Pet-friendly plants to spruce up your home

If our list of couches that are pet friendly has got your interior design juices flowing, why not add a little more life to your home with some pet-friendly plants?