Doggy Bed Training: How to get your pup to sleep OFF your bed

Tired of sharing your bed with your dog? You’re not alone—many dog owners face this same problem.

Once you allow your dog to sleep in your bed, breaking the habit can be challenging.

However, with some persistence and know-how, you can train your dog to stop sleeping in your bed.

Here are tips to help you achieve this goal effectively.

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1. Comfortable doggy bed

Your dog, like you, doesn’t want to sleep on an uncomfortable bed.

To discourage them from jumping on your bed, provide them with their own comfortable bed.

The bed should be neither too large nor too small, hard nor soft.

Keep in mind that your dog gets to decide what they like, so it might take some trial and error.

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2. Add comfort items to the doggy bed

Your dog craves closeness, which is perfectly natural.

Instead of allowing them in your bed, you can add a few of your items to their bed.

Your scent on t-shirts, toys, or blankets will make their bed feel safe and familiar.

Remember to switch out the items every few days to maintain your scent.

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3. Train outside the bedroom

Place your dog’s bed in a separate room for training.

Training your dog in ANOTHER room will yield quicker results.

Once your dog no longer sleeps in your bed, you can consider moving their bed into your room.

Having separate sleeping spaces can be enjoyed by both you and your pup.

4. Reward

Sometimes dogs need extra motivation to sleep in their own bed, and treats can help with that.

Use treats as a positive reinforcement to encourage your dog to stay in their bed.

Begin by rewarding your dog as soon as they get into bed.

Gradually increase the time intervals between treats to reinforce their staying behavior.

Eventually, simply giving them a treat in their bed will be enough to keep them there all night.

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5. Stay consistent

Stay committed once you begin the process.

Set regular training times for your dog to practice going to their own bed.

Keep your dog out of your bed consistently, even during the day.

When you’re away, close your bedroom door to prevent your dog from getting into your bed.

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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence