Is Kingdom any good?
Kingdom sits at the accessible end of the pet accessories market, best known for warm-weather kit like cooling mats, paddling pools and cooling collars, alongside a line of simple, inexpensive dog toys. It is a reasonable choice if you want functional summer gear at a low price rather than a premium, long-lasting product, and knowing that distinction upfront is the most useful thing this page can tell you.
What the range does well
Kingdom's cooling mats and collars are a genuinely useful, low-cost way to help a dog stay comfortable in hot weather, and the range covers the basics — mats, paddling pools, cooling vests — without a lot of unnecessary variation. For a seasonal purchase you might use for a few months a year, the price point makes sense.
The dog toys in the range are simple and inexpensive, which suits a dog who goes through toys quickly or a household that wants something low-stakes for a puppy still working out what it likes to chew, rather than an investment piece expected to last years.
What to expect at this price point
Budget-friendly gear generally trades off some durability against price, and Kingdom's range is no exception — a cooling mat or toy from this range is unlikely to outlast a premium equivalent under heavy daily use. For occasional or seasonal use, that trade-off is often a sensible one; for a dog who destroys toys quickly or needs cooling gear every single day of summer, a more heavy-duty product might hold up better over time.
Think of the range as a good way to try a product type cheaply before committing to a more expensive version, or as a sensible choice for gear that only comes out for a few months a year. A cooling mat used for two or three warm months does not need the same build quality as one a dog lies on daily for years, and putting the saving towards a sturdier lead or bed elsewhere is often the more sensible trade-off.
From this brand
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Pressure-Activated Pet Cooling Mat
Press down, feel the cool — this pressure-activated mat absorbs body heat and stays up to 10°C cooler than the room, with no freezing required.
From£34.99
Ice-Silk Cooling Dog Bed with Bolster Edge
A breathable ice-silk cooling bed with a soft bolster edge and a cool-touch centre panel that helps your dog stay comfortable through warm weather. No need to freeze or refrigerate, it cools naturally on contact.
From£12.99
Interactive Activity Ball Dog Toy with Cover
A bouncy activity ball in a tough zip-on cover that keeps dogs chasing, nudging and herding for hours.
From£23.99
Self-Moving Chew-Resistant Dog Ball
A USB-C rechargeable ball that moves on its own to keep dogs busy and active. Tough E-TPU construction stands up to chewing during supervised play, and the splash-resistant build suits indoor or outdoor use.
£15.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs with Pump
A large inflatable herding ball with pump that taps into your dog's chase instinct.
From£19.99
Ice-Silk Cooling Pad for Pets
A breathable, anti-slip ice-silk cooling mat that keeps cats and dogs comfortable on hot days, no freezing required. It rolls up neatly for travel and the cool-touch surface helps reduce overheating at home or in the car.
From£8.99
Remote-Controlled Jumping Ball Dog Toy
A self-rolling, light-up ball that jumps and rolls to keep dogs entertained. A paw-shaped remote sets three activity gears, so both small and large dogs can chase and play. Rechargeable and tough against chewing.
From£19.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs
A large inflatable ball too big for a dog to pick up, with a bite-resistant double-layer shell that slow-deflates if punctured, for high-drive chasing and nudging.
£23.99
Inflatable Herding Ball with Handles for Dogs
A large, tough inflatable herding ball that taps into your dog's natural chase-and-nudge instinct. Reinforced bite-resistant fabric and grab handles make it great for active outdoor play with medium and large breeds.
£29.99
Reflective Dog Cooling Vest
A lightweight cooling vest that helps keep your dog comfortable on hot-weather walks. Soak it, wring it out and fit it over the back; the breathable fabric and reflective trim aid temperature control and visibility.
From£17.99
Breathable Pet Cooling Mat
A breathable cooling mat that draws heat away to keep dogs and cats comfortable on hot days.
From£11.99
Durables Toy Crocodile
The crocodile from Red Dingo's Durables line: solid hardware, hard-wearing materials and a five-year manufacturer guarantee, which is rare enough to be the reason to buy.
£20.49
Common questions
- Is Kingdom a good brand for dog cooling mats?
- For occasional or seasonal use, yes — the mats are affordable and do the job of helping a dog stay cooler in warm weather. For heavy daily use over a long summer, a more heavy-duty cooling product may hold up better.
- Are Kingdom dog toys durable?
- They are built to a budget price point, so they suit a dog who is gentle with toys or a household wanting something low-cost to try, rather than a dog who destroys toys quickly and needs something heavy-duty.
- What does Kingdom actually make?
- The range is centred on warm-weather pet gear — cooling mats, collars and paddling pools — alongside a small selection of simple, inexpensive dog toys.
- Is Kingdom worth buying over a more expensive brand?
- It depends what you need it for. For occasional seasonal use or a first try at a product type, the lower price makes sense. For daily heavy use, a more expensive, more durable option may work out better value over time.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.