Sleeping in Bed with Me

Question: Can my dog sleep with me in my bed?

Answer: The short answer is not right away, but your companion can earn the privilege of sleeping on the floor by you or, in some cases, on a blanket at the end of the bed. This all depends on the breed and temperament of the dog.

This is the number one question that people ask, but truly do not want the tough love answer. We all love our animals, our friends and family members. However, we must all live with boundaries. If we allowed our children, the neighbors' children and/or their friends to come into the home and jump on our bed, it would be rather difficult to gain control later. Another example would be allowing children to behave in any manner they want during recess, and then expect them to focus in class.

Many pet owners welcome a new member into the family and want to make sure the animal is loved. The best way to show that you love an animal is to make sure that your home is their forever home. By setting boundaries early, you are able to give privileges later. We all earn privileges through give and take, including our animal companions.

Every month or so, Sonia will answer questions from our members. To submit a question, please email us with the word "TRAINER" in the subject line. We regret that Sonia won't be able to respond personally to every question.

For more information about Sonia's services, please contact Sonia at:
Canine Techniques
www.CanineTechniques.com
603-475-5295
SMullen@CanineTechniques.com