Our furry four-legged friends are often our most loyal companions, and for many dog and cat owners, keeping their pet tucked away in a separate bed on the other side of the house at night is less than ideal.
If you have always wanted to bunk up with your best buddy or little princess, then rejoice: a study conducted by Mayo Clinic found that people who let their dogs sleep in the bedroom maintained good sleep efficiency—averaging around 81%.
Below we provide helpful tips for pet owners. And if you’re looking for the best comforter material for pet hair—or pet hair-resistant sheets—keep reading, because we cover that, too.
Where Should My Dog or Cat Sleep?
According to experts this boils down to both your and your animal's personal preference. Light sleepers may prefer their pet sleep in a pet bed close by, while heavier sleepers may opt for sharing the bed. Either way Dr. Lois Krahn, a sleep specialist for Mayo Clinic, states that "a purring cat or well-behaved dog nearby may be.. very conducive to sleep." Before we settle on a final spot, outfit your bedroom with some pet bedding!
What Are the Best Pet-Friendly Sheets?
Unless your family pet is hypoallergenic, then they probably shed. Cotton sheets are a bad fit for pet bedding because the dog or cat hair can become trapped between individual threads, making cleaning and maintenance a nuisance.
To snooze comfortably with your favorite pal night after night, you need pet-proof bed sheets. Pet owners often search high and low for the best bed sheets for cat owners or the best sheets to have with dogs, only to find that it’s almost impossible to get cat fur or dog hair out of many products—even after several washes.
So, what are the best pet-friendly sheets? SHEEX® Performance Bedding! Our performance fabrics easily repel dog hair and cat fur. To clean your sheets, simply use a brush to wipe away excess hair in the morning.
Not only are SHEEX® great for dealing with fur, but they’re also the best cooling bed sheets on the market today. Engineered with moisture-wicking qualities and designed for enhanced breathability, SHEEX® cooling sheets keep you and your pet comfortable all night long. The cooling properties can even help minimize, if not eliminate, panting.
Even if you choose to have your furry friend sleep in a pet bed, you can line the bed with a single SHEEX® sheet. The design of the fabric will keep your pup or cat cool during the night and will block hairs from getting trapped in the pet bed.
Pro Tip: If your pet sneaks onto the family’s favorite sofa or dad’s recliner to snooze while you are away for the day, you can even drape a SHEEX® sheet over your fabric furniture to keep your pet comfy and prevent those pesky pet hairs from invading your furniture when you’re not around.
What Are the Best Comforters for Pet Owners?
If your canine companion likes to snuggle up under the covers or your feline friend loves to curl up on top of the comforter, you need a full pet-proof bedding system.
Stop scouring the internet for dog-friendly comforters or comforters that repel cat hair. SHEEX® comforters, duvet covers, and coverlets are the solution. These cotton-free blankets trap less hair and are easy to clean. And they feature the same cooling and moisture-wicking properties as our performance sheets.
Simply use a damp rubber glove or pet hair sponge to wipe away any pet hair, and periodically machine wash your SHEEX® bedding to keep it clean and free of pet hair. Be sure to follow the care instructions on the label exactly or on the SHEEX packaging when you receive your new bed cooling sheets.
How Do You Introduce a Pet to a New Bed?
First, allow your best friend to sleep in a pet bed in your bedroom for a couple of nights to adapt to the space. Buy an appropriately-sized pet bed and, if necessary, use treats to entice them into the pet bed at night.
After two successful nights sleeping in the same room, you can invite them to snooze in your bed. Keep the pet bed nearby for a week or so in case your dog or cat needs to adjust or get up during the night. Get the best night of sleep you and your pet have ever had with SHEEX® Performance Bedding!
Tips to Keep Your Bedding Fur-Free
Investing in SHEEX® bedding will go a long way in helping prevent pet hair from building up in the first place. But even with the best pet-friendly bedding, you’ll likely still need some regular maintenance.
Here are some tips for pet owners:
- Brush your pet regularly. A quick daily brushing can make a big difference and cut down on shedding.
- Wash your bedding periodically. Be sure to follow the instructions on the label exactly to preserve your bedding’s cooling and moisture-wicking properties.
- Use a pet hair sponge or specially designed vacuum head. These tools are designed to pick up hair from fabric without damaging it.
- Keep your pet clean. While indoor cats are pretty much self-cleaning, dogs require more maintenance. Keep your fur baby’s hair clean to prevent stains on your bedding.
Build Your Sleep Sanctuary with SHEEX®
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