Make Your Bed a Sanctuary
Regardless of how you are sleeping, with pets or without them, your bedroom should be a place of rest and contentment. If your pet sleeps with you, pet experts suggest making your bedroom a place of peace and calm for you both. This means no toys and no active play. By creating a serene environment, your pet will understand that this is a place for calm, quiet time and in turn you will be able to relax and sleep with limited interruptions.
By Invitation Only
Dog trainers stress the importance of you being the pack Alpha. You should continue to be the pack leader when you have a pet enter your bedroom. The best way to do this if you are sleeping with pets, particularly dogs, is by using a technique where you invite your pup to join you on the bed. You should get into bed first and then tap the bed, asking them up as well. Stress that they are only allowed on the bed after an invitation from you. This will signal to the dog that they need permission before they can hop on the bed and sleep next to you. It also reinforces your control over the situation and helps build a trusting relationship with your pet.
Cleanliness is Happiness
In order to combat germs and avoid contracting an illness from your pet, keep both your sheets and your furry friend clean. Keeping your pets well-groomed and up to date on their flea and tick prevention will cut back on the chances of spreading illness and introducing parasites into your sleeping space. SHEEX® Performance Bedding features moisture-wicking, quick-dry technology and breathable fabrics that help prevent trapped bacteria from sweat, pet dander and saliva. As you think about sleeping with pets further, remember to keep your bedroom a sanctuary, make your bed an invitation-only area and keep things clean. While sleeping with pets can provide a sense of security, let SHEEX® bedding products provide comfortable, restful sleep.
