Order A Sample Kit
Lifestyle
Best Flooring for Pets
Best Flooring for Pets
8 Dec 2025
Time: 2 mins
LUXO Floors Editorial Team
If you live with a dog or cat, you already know one thing your pet doesn’t care what flooring you pick. They will run, slide, wrestle, nap, spill water, shed fur everywhere, and treat your hallway like a racetrack.
So instead of worrying about your floors, you want flooring that can keep up.
That’s why hybrid flooring — especially Hybrid Plus, CloudStep, and 8H Hybrid — has quietly become the #1 choice for Brisbane families with pets.
This guide answers the most common questions pet owners ask (yes — including “Will cat urine ruin vinyl flooring?”), compares options honestly, and helps you choose the right hybrid floor for your home.
Why Hybrid Flooring Works So Well for Pets (Dogs & Cats)
What type of flooring is best for dogs and cats?
Hybrid hits the perfect balance between durability, comfort, and easy cleaning — exactly what pet households need.
✔ Superior scratch resistance
Hybrid Plus → up to 5× more scratch-resistant
CloudStep & 8H Hybrid → up to 2× more scratch-resistant than normal hybrid
Great for zoomies, big paws, and excited greetings.
✔ More comfortable than tiles
Your pets prefer something warmer and softer than tiles — especially in Brisbane homes with lots of hard surfaces.
✔ Easy cleaning for fur, dander & spills
Nothing sticks. A quick wipe and it’s gone.
✔ More stable for big dogs
10mm Hybrid Plus and CloudStep feel solid underfoot, reducing “floor flex” during heavy impact.
✔ Safer grip
Older dogs get better traction than tiles, reducing slips.
Why Many Brisbane Pet Owners Look Beyond Other Flooring Options
Tiles, vinyl, and timber each have benefits — but pets change the equation.
Here’s the honest version:
Tiles
✔ Extremely durable
✘ Cold, loud
✘ Grout traps fur, dust & “accidents”
✘ Hard on older dogs’ joints
Vinyl Plank
✔ Soft and quiet
✘ Can shrink in Brisbane heat → gaps → spills seep below
✘ Cat urine can get into joins and smell (very difficult to remove)
Will cat urine ruin vinyl plank flooring? → Yes, it can if gaps form.
Timber
✔ Beautiful
✘ Scratches easily
✘ Not ideal for dog nails
✘ Dog or cat urine stains the wood
Nothing “wrong” with these floors — they’re just not the easiest with pets.
This is why so many Brisbane families shift to hybrid.
Hybrid hits the perfect balance between durability, comfort, and easy cleaning — exactly what pet households need.
LUXO Floors
Brisbane, 2025
Which Hybrid Floor Is Best for Your Pets? (Choose by Dog Size & Behaviour)
Hybrid Plus (10mm — Stone™ Core)
Best for: Big dogs, active homes, families with heavy foot traffic
Scratch resistance: ★★★★★ (5× stronger)
Core: Stone™ Core (denser, more rigid, more stable)
Finish: Matte → hides hair & paw marks
Ideal dog breeds:
Border Collie
German Shepherd
Belgian Malinois
Labrador
Golden Retriever
Rottweiler
Husky
Staffy
If your dog thinks your home is a racetrack → this is the one.
CloudStep (10mm — Acoustic Hybrid)
Best for: Medium-sized dogs, noise-sensitive homes
Scratch resistance: ★★★★☆ (2× stronger)
Built-in acoustic layer: reduces nail clicking
Softer underfoot: ideal for senior dogs & indoor breeds
Ideal dog breeds:
Cocker Spaniel
Beagle
Cavoodle
Spoodle
Kelpie (indoor homes)
Blue Heeler
Springer Spaniel
Bulldog
Great if noise control matters.
8H Hybrid (8mm)
Best for: Cats, smaller dogs, rentals, budget-friendly families
Scratch resistance: ★★★☆☆ (2× stronger)
Comfort: warm, stable, quiet
Easy clean: perfect for homes with multiple pets
Ideal dog breeds:
Shih Tzu
Pug
Jack Russell
Chihuahua
French Bulldog
Mini Schnauzer
Dachshund
Toy Poodle
Perfect balance of value + durability.
Pet Accidents & Flooring: What Pet Owners Need to Know
Will cat urine ruin vinyl plank flooring?
What flooring is cat pee resistant?
Is vinyl flooring cat proof?
Will dog pee ruin laminate flooring?
Hybrid Flooring
✔ Most resistant to pet accidents
✔ No swelling from topical spills
✔ Easy wipe-clean
✔ No grout to absorb odours
✔ Tight click fit = fewer gaps for liquid
Tiles vs Vinyl vs Hybrid – Urine Resistance
Flooring | Resistant to Pet Urine? | Notes |
Hybrid | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Best balance of spill resistance + comfort |
Tiles | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Grout stains & traps odour |
Vinyl Plank | ⭐⭐ | Shrinkage = gaps → urine seeps in |
Timber | ⭐ | Absorbs stains, smells |
A Small Tip That Makes a Big Difference — Nail Trimming
Less pressure on the floor = fewer micro scratches.
More comfort for your dog = healthier joints.
The RSPCA has a fantastic guide - Click to read
Real-Life Scenarios: How Hybrid Floors Handle Pet Chaos
Water bowl splash zone → wipe and done
Wet paws from backyard → no stains
Fur everywhere → vacuums beautifully
Cat “tabletop Olympics” → no dents
Dog zoomies → no scratches, no dents
Your home should feel calm — hybrid helps.
Best Flooring for Your Dog House (PAA Keyword)
What is the best thing to put on the floor of a dog house?
If you’re flooring a dog house, kennel, or outdoor room:
✔ Rubber matting
✔ Outdoor vinyl sheet
✔ Weatherproof hybrid (in covered areas)
Avoid timber or thin vinyl planks — moisture + heat = problems.
Why Brisbane Families Love Hybrid Floors With Pets
We see the same comments every day:
“Once we switched to hybrid, our home felt cleaner instantly.”
“No more worrying when the dog does laps.”
“Scratches? Gone.”
“We’ll never go back to carpet or vinyl.”
Hybrid flooring is the most balanced, pet-friendly, and future-proof flooring for Australian families.
👉 Hybrid Flooring Brisbane — Built for Real Aussie Homes
👉 Take the Find Your Perfect Floor Quiz
Final Thought
Your pets make your house feel alive — your floors shouldn’t make that harder.
Hybrid flooring gives you:
less stress, less cleaning, fewer scratches, and a calm home that stays beautiful.
If you want flooring that loves pets as much as you do:
👉 Explore the LUXO Hybrid Collection
───────────────────────────────
About the Author
We lead the product team at LUXO Floors, helping Brisbane families choose flooring that stands up to Queensland’s heat, humidity, and family life. With years of on-site experience and a love for interior design, we are passionate about creating durable, beautiful homes that last.
Brisbane, QLD | LUXO Floors Editorial Team
