Should you let your pet sleep in your bed?

Every pet owner has faced the same dilemma, do you let your furry friend curl up under the covers or do you draw the line at the bedroom door? For some, sharing the bed feels natural, but for others, the thought of their germs and muddy paws on the sheets is enough to keep you up all night. Let’s weigh up the options together:

The perks of sharing the bed:

• Comfort – The presence of a pet is known to help reduce stress and the feeling of loneliness. For some, a steady purr or rhythmic breathing is the best melody to send you straight off to sleep.
• A sense of security – Dogs in particular can make you feel safer at night, especially if you live alone or in a quiet area.
• Bonding – For us, snuggling up strengthens the emotional tie between you and your pet and for them, it reinforces the trust and routine in the relationship.

Now all that sounds great, but let’s look at some of the downsides you may not have considered:

• Disrupted sleep – Pets fidget, snore and occasionally decide the middle of the night is the perfect time for a stretch, so you might find yourself waking up with their movements.
• Allergies and hygiene – For those that suffer with allergies, the fur and outdoor debris that might make its way into your sheets could be a recipe for disaster.
• Space hogging – Whether it’s a Labrador taking up half the mattress or a cat refusing to give you any personal space, you might find it hard to get comfy.

The best of both worlds

For those of you who don’t draw the line at the bedroom door, there’s a compromise! You don’t need to banish your pet to the other side of the house, and you also don’t need to sign yourself up for endless sleepless nights. A comfy bed of their own lets them stay close without them keeping you up all night and hogging the duvet. Place it right next to your bed so they still feel close to you but with the added bonus of uninterrupted sleep.

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Letting your pet sleep in your bed isn’t a simple yes or no, it’s about finding a balance that works for everyone involved. If you love the closeness but you often find your sleep being disturbed by snoring, fidgeting and everything else they decide to get up to in the night, it might be time to give your pet their own space within arm’s reach. That way, they feel secure, you sleep better and your bed stays yours.