IF IT ALL RIGHT I WANT TO KICK IT WITH YOU ALL NIGHT PLUS
Very young, very old, and immune compromised people are particularly at risk of infection.Ĭounterpoint: Your veterinarian can prescribe year-round, broad-spectrum parasite control (common products are Heartgard Plus, Simparica or Simparica Trio, Nexgard or Nexgard Spectra, Interceptor or Interceptor Plus, and Revolution Plus to name a few) which can protect both your dog and you from parasites and vector-borne illnesses.
Sleeping with a dog increases human exposure to these parasites and vector-borne diseases. Point: Dogs carry certain intestinal parasites, fleas, and ticks that cause human illnesses. Whatever the reason, if a dog helps a person sleep better, that is a significant health advantage. And people who ordinarily sleep alone, feel better lying next to a warm living being. People who have difficulty sleeping report that the rhythmic breathing of their dogs helps them to sleep. Heavy sleepers may rest better knowing that their canine companion will warn them of a nighttime emergency, such as a fire or an intruder. Dogs tend to calm people and can lower blood pressure and stress levels.ĭogs also provide a sense of safety. Many dog owners feel more secure and actually sleep better when snuggled next to their furry friends. Dogs do not suffer from lack of sleep, even when they have a restless night, because they have time to nap during the day and make up for lost nighttime slumber.Ĭounterpoint: Training your dog to sleep at your feet may minimize the disruption if he moves during the night. Lack of sleep can make you grumpy and impact the immune system, which can affect your overall health. Others are annoyed when their dog snores too loudly.
Light sleepers are awakened when their dog rolls over, kicks, or scratches. Point: Some dog owners do not sleep as well with their dog in the bed. "Some dog owners do not sleep as well with their dog in the bed." Bathing your dog, using HEPA filters in your home, and frequently washing your bed linens will reduce your exposure to allergens, which may allow your dog to re-claim his spot on the bed. They may leave that dander, pollen, and dust on the bed coverings, so the allergic effects linger long after a dog leaves the bedroom.Ĭounterpoint: Wiping your dog with a damp towel before he comes inside is a good daily routine that will decrease the amount of outdoor pollen and dust he carries inside. When dogs are ouside, dust and pollen clings to their fur and can exacerbate human allergies.
But even people who do not have pet allergies can suffer increased allergic symptoms when co-sleeping with their dog.
Prolonged close contact to dogs exposes them to pet dander and may result in respiratory symptoms. Point: Some people are specifically allergic to dogs. Seeping with his family can provide a much needed connection. Placing pee pads on the bed will keep the sheets dry, if your dog does not wiggle off of them.Ī dog that spends a lot of time alone while human family members go to work or school, may feel isolated. If he is large, you may provide a ramp or steps to make climbing on the bed easier. Uh-oh…wet bed sheets!Ĭounterpoint: If your arthritic dog is small, you can pick him up and place him on the bed. Weak, aged bladders leak when the dog lies down. Painful dogs may prefer comfortable padding over a solid surface that is low on the ground. Point: If your dog has musculoskeletal issues, like arthritis, climbing on the bed can be a real effort, and soft beds do not support aging joints well enough. Whether or not you allow your dog to sleep in your bed depends on his health and your health.
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