Should You Let Your Dog Sleep with You? 7 Benefits to Consider

It’s known that dogs can help fight anxiety and depression—just look at service dogs and pet therapy. Allowing a dog in your bed is a soothing presence that can help you de-stress after a hectic day.

There’s a reason people have been sleeping around dogs since ancient times. Your little shih tzu may not be much of a guard dog, but just the physical presence of a dog around may help you feel more secure.

Some people swear (and studies show) that the rhythmic breathing, heartbeat and soothing presence of a dog is the best sleep aid around. Your pup > Ambien.

Sleeping in your bed is comforting for Fido, too, who loves nothing more than simply being around you. Every minute you spend together—even if you’re asleep—makes your pup more loyal and obedient.

Sleeping with your living, breathing furry friend is pretty much like napping by a radiator. And—let’s be honest—a dog is essentially a stuffed animal for grown-ups.

“Sorry, guys, no room for you in here with a big ol’ dog in the way.”

Just kidding…sort of.