healthmedicinet

The question of whether or not it’s healthy for us to share a bed with our pets is a hotly contested one, and the answer, of course, is largely personal. However, according to the National Sleep Foundation, one of the biggest concerns for people who share a bed with an animal is potential sleep disruption due to the animal moving, making noises, and taking up precious space. In an ideal world, our pets would snooze quietly on a designated area of the bed, but that’s simply not how it usually works. Pets can also impact our sleep if we have allergies or asthma—even if we’re not directly allergic to pet dander. If your pet is a sound sleeper, then sharing a bed with your dog or cat might not be an issue, but if you’re suffering from lack of sleep or insomnia, definitely consider giving your pets their own beds and reclaiming yours as your own.