To dogs, your sofa may actually be an expensive dog bed. We recommend leather for pet owners because it’s durable and lends itself nicely to a lived-in look. For a hardier leather that has a more consistent finish, our Oxford leather is a great option.
In general, leather is a more durable option than fabric, but certain types of leather have different characteristics that will age and react differently to the inevitable like drool, claws, and dirty paws.
To cats, fabric upholstery is simply another place to sharpen the old claws. If your kitty companion is a scratcher, we suggest tough semi-aniline leather or velvet.f