Lvp is popular. Look for a 12-40mil wear layer. Which is a layer of clear vinyl over the printed wood image. Check the strength of the locking system for stability. Watch out for stripey tone variations. Don't rely on a small sample piece. get a box and lay the pieces out in your space to avoid surprises. This installer has good info videos to help you understand product differences and correct installation. The more you know, the best the outcome.

if you're concerned about scratches from your dog's nails, i have a lot of laminate flooring in my home. i've had 12 great danes over the years. i currently have 2 (140# and 190#). it's actually their house, they just let me live in it. 😉

i've never seen a single scratch on any of my floors. i do keep my dogs' nails short enough that they don't touch the floor and use a dremel to keep the tips of the nails rounded off.