Flooring for Big Dogs - Sample Kit
Built for dog paws and high-traffic homes, these curated sample kits help you compare durable, dog-friendly flooring options designed to hold up to life with big dogs.
🐕 Flooring for Big Dogs
Big dogs bring a lot of joy, and a lot of wear. From heavier paws and longer strides to constant movement through the home, flooring in large-dog households needs to perform differently than standard options.
The Flooring for Big Dogs Sample Kit is designed to help homeowners choose flooring with confidence by comparing four hand-selected COREtec flooring samples known for their durability, stability, and comfort underfoot. These styles are selected to better withstand everyday wear while maintaining a livable, stylish look.
Rather than sorting through dozens of flooring options, this kit simplifies the process by grouping proven, big-dog-friendly styles together — so you can see and feel the difference at home before committing.
Why Homeowners Choose Flooring for Big Dogs
- Selected for durability in high-traffic, dog-friendly homes
- Thicker construction for a stable, comfortable step feel
- Waterproof and easy to maintain
- Helps reduce the appearance of scratches and wear over time
- Curated to simplify decision-making
Included:
✔ 4 COREtec flooring samples
✔ Grouped by color direction for easy comparison
✔ Designed for real-life use with large dogs
Helpful Tip
No flooring is indestructible, but choosing flooring with an SPC core and well-constructed planks with subtle texture can make a noticeable difference in how floors hold up over time in big-dog homes.
What’s Included in This Sample Kit
This sample kit includes four COREtec flooring samples selected from across the COREtec Pro line, including styles from:
- COREtec Pro Classics
- COREtec Pro Premium
- COREtec Pro Enhanced
Each kit is intentionally mixed to give you a realistic comparison of durability, texture, and appearance across the Pro collections, helping you choose confidently for a home with big dogs.
Light and Durable:
- Capetown Maple - Pro Enhanced Collection - VV491
- Bedford Oak - Pro Premium Collection - VV488
- Roswell Hickory - Pro Classics Collection - VV017
- Ravenswood Oak - Pro Premium Collection - VV488
Balanced Neutrals:
- Madrid Oak - Pro Enhanced Collection - VV491
- Wiltshire Oak - Pro Premium Collection - VV488
- Springfield Oak - Pro Classics Collection -VV017
- Cairo Oak - Pro Enhanced Collection - VV491
Soft Grays
- Quincy Oak - Pro Classics Collection - VV017
- Chesapeake Oak - Pro Classics Collection - VV017
- London Elm - Pro Enhanced Collection - VV491
- Kent Oak - Pro Premium Collection - VV488
Dark & Resilient
- Duxbury Oak - Pro Classics - VV017
- San Marino Elm - Pro Enhanced - VV492
- Belmont Hickory - Pro Classics Collection - VV017
- Chesire Elm - Pro Premium Collection- VV488
Choose your color direction
All options below focus on durability and long-term performance for homes with big dogs. The difference is visual style.
All options below focus on durability and long-term performance for homes with big dogs. The difference is visual style.
🌤️ Light & Durable
Brighter tones with texture to reduce visible wear
Light, natural styles selected for homes that want a brighter look without highlighting traffic patterns. Subtle grain and variation help reduce the appearance of everyday wear.
Best for:
Homes with plenty of natural light and owners who prefer a lighter aesthetic.
🌿 Balanced Neutrals
Versatile mid-tones that hide traffic and movement
Mid-range neutrals offer the most forgiving balance for big-dog homes, helping disguise wear patterns, dirt, and daily activity.
Best for:
Most households with large or active dogs and owners that want a versitle and easy to live with asthetic.
🩶 Soft Grays
Calm, livable gray tones designed for dog-friendly homes
Soft Grays feature neutral gray flooring with subtle warmth and natural variation, selected to feel calm and balanced rather than cool or industrial. These styles are chosen to work well in busy homes with dogs, where livability and long-term satisfaction matter more than trends.
The gentle variation in tone and texture helps reduce the visibility of everyday wear, dust, and pet hair while maintaining a clean, modern look that works across a wide range of interiors.
Best for:
Homes that want a modern neutral look without sacrificing warmth, comfort, or dog-friendly performance.
🌑 Dark & Resilient
Richer tones that minimize the look of scratches and paw traffic
Darker styles chosen to help reduce the visibility of scratches and high-traffic wear while providing a grounded, durable look.
Best for:
Large dogs, multi-dog homes, and high-traffic areas.
Built to Perform in Homes With Big Dogs
The COREtec Pro plank structure is engineered to balance durability, stability and comfort, the key factors for flooring in home with large or active dogs or households.
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UV Acrylic Finish
Durable: Provides superior stain resistance and cleanability. -
Wear Layer
Maintenance Free: Protects against excessive wear and stains. Never needs sanding, sealing, or refinishing. -
Luxury Vinyl Design Layer
Durable performance with a realistic wood look.
Provides wood-inspired visuals and detailed embossing and beveling, delivering texture and depth without sacrificing durability. -
Durable SPC Core Construction
COREtec Pro flooring features a tough SPC (Stone Polymer Composite) core, which adds rigidity and durability underfoot. This dense core structure helps floors feel stable and secure in high-traffic areas, making it a reliable choice for homes with big or active dogs.
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Pre-Attached Cork Underlayment
Natural cork attached underlayment softens the step, helps reduce everyday noise, and adds warmth compared to other hard flooring options and eliminates the need for additional underlayment.
Flooring for Big Dogs - Top Features
Built for Big Dogs
Designed to perform under heavier paws, frequent movement, and high-traffic dog-friendly homes.
Pet-Friendly Durability
Engineered to handle everyday wear from dogs without requiring special maintenance or refinishing.
High-Traffic Ready
Constructed for busy households where dogs, kids, and daily activity put floors to the test.
Realistic Wood Texture
Natural embossing and surface detail help maintain a wood look while supporting everyday durability.
Defined Beveled Edges
Enhanced bevels add visual depth and help disguise wear in high-use areas.
100% Waterproof
Waterproof construction helps protect against everyday spills, accidents, and tracked-in moisture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this flooring suitable for large dogs?
Will this flooring prevent scratches completely?
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What is the difference between the color options?
Flooring for Big Dogs - Sample Kit
Product Specifications
COREtec Pro Classics
VV017 Specs
Specification Sheet
Download VV017 Spec Sheet
Dimensions
7" x 48"
Edge Profile
Microbevel
Square Footage / Carton
28.84 sq ft
Pieces Per Box
12
Price per SQ FT
$4.29 sq ft
Underlayment Thickness
0.039"/1 mm
Overall Product Thickness
0196" / 5 mm
Installation Method(s)
Floating or Direct Glue
Colors
Chesapeake Oak
Belmont Hickory
Duxbury Oak
Quincy Oak
Roswell Hickory
Springfield Oak
COREtec Pro Enhanced
VV491 Specs
Specification Sheet
Download VV491 Spec Sheet
Dimensions
9" x 73"
Edge Profile
Enhanced Painted Bevel
Square Footage / Carton
36.64 sq ft
Pieces Per Box
8
Price per SQ FT
$4.59 sq ft
Wear Layer Thickness
20 mil (0.02") / 0.5 mm
Underlayment Thickness
0.047"/1.22 mm
Overall Product Thickness
0.204" / 5.2 mm
Installation Method(s)
Floating or Direct Glue
Colors
Capetown Maple
Cairo Oak
Madrid Oak
London Elm
COREtec Pro Premium
VV488 Specs
Specification Sheet
Download VV488 Spec Sheet
Dimensions
9" x 72"
Edge Profile
Enhanced Painted Bevel
Square Footage / Carton
36.64 sq ft
Pieces Per Box
8
Price per SQ FT
$4.79 sq ft
Wear Layer Thickness
20 mil (0.02") / 0.5 mm
Underlayment Thickness
0.047"/1.22 mm
Overall Product Thickness
0.204" / 5.2 mm
Installation Method(s)
Floating or Direct Glue
Colors
Bedford Oak
Cambridge Elm
Cheshire Elm
Kent Oak
Ravenswood Oak
Wiltshire Oak
Get a Customized Quote
We are happy to give you a customized quote for your COREtec luxury vinyl flooring order. Just fill out the form below and we will get back with you with pricing for your order. Larger orders that are shipped on a pallet/freight receive a greater discount. You can also contact us by phone at 1-855-360-PETS (7387).
We look forward to helping you get the best floor for dogs at a pawsitively good price!