Sleeping with Your Dog: A More Common Habit Than You Think
Contrary to popular belief, you’re not alone. A survey by the American Kennel Club shows that nearly half of dog owners allow their pets to sleep in their beds. Small dogs are often invited, but larger ones also manage to join when they want to.
Experts agree on one comforting point: sharing your bed with your dog isn’t problematic as long as everyone’s comfortable with it.
The Pack Instinct Still Present
Despite living on a couch and eating from a designer bowl, your dog remains a social animal. In the wild, dogs slept in groups for protection and bonding. By choosing your bed, your dog follows this ancient instinct: staying close to its “pack.” For your dog, you are that pack.
Sleeping next to you allows your dog to feel safe and subconsciously watch over its environment.
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