Some people love to invite their dogs into bed for a night of snuggling and sleep. Others think that this is inviting trouble, such as having the dog disrupt your sleep or take over the bed with its huge size. Let’s explore both sides of this argument by looking at some of the joys and perils of sleeping with our canine friends.
Pros of Letting Your Dog Sleep With You
You love your dog(s) and even if they take up a third or more of the bed, it’s worth it because you can’t imagine sleeping without them.
Spending time with your dogs is important to you. You love nothing more than hanging out on the bed watching TV or reading together before
falling asleep, feeling their warmth, and listening to them breathe.
Your dog(s) are small enough that they don’t take up too much room in the bed (and if they do, it’s worth it to you).
Cons of Letting Your Dog Sleep With You
Your dog(s) snore. The snoring is loud enough that it keeps you (and your partner) up all night. It’s difficult for you to get any sleep unless the dog(s) leave the bed or move into a separate room.
Your dog(s) are big and pushy, taking over half of the bed with their sleeping body. You can’t sleep comfortably without them, but your partner can’t sleep because of the dog.
You can’t sleep if your own personal space has been invaded because the dogs are hogging the bed.
Your dog gets hot and moves around during the night, making it impossible for you to get comfortable again. Even if you move, your dog follows.
Final Thoughts
Take these pros and cons under consideration when deciding whether or not to let your dog into the bedroom for a night of sleep. You may find that having them in there with you is worth it, but if they are too active while sleeping then maybe letting them have their own space will benefit everyone involved.
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