Why does my dog only sleep with my mom? The Ultimate Guide

Maybe Something Is Making Your Dog Anxious

Dogs are rational animals with complicated emotions.

My dog though very close to me always sleeps with my parents at night. But since I returned from my month-long work trip I started noticing, that Dodo (my Golden Retriever) will not leave my room at any cost during the night. Later I realized, that she thinks I may leave her once again soon, so out of her anxiousness, she sleeps in my room to obstruct me from going someplace.

Sometimes I have noticed her sitting outside of my room in the daytime.

This is called separation anxiety. In this case, your dog can go to lengths to stop you

So, if your dog has also started behaving the way my Dodo was behaving a month back, then look out for the reasons that are making your pet friend anxious.

To understand your dog is anxious check out if she/he is pacing or crying at night. They can also whin, bark, and nibble. A dog with separation anxiety usually tends to find escape in search of its owners.

Alert: Don’t ignore their mental state. Their mental state is as important as ours. So, if your dog is exhibiting separation anxiety, treat it with utmost importance. Remember, being ignored for a long time the case may get worsen.

They want to protect you

As already mentioned, dogs are pack animals. This means they instinctively watch over their own and protect one another. In the wild, dogs are the most exposed and vulnerable when they are asleep, especially deep sleep. Many dogs prefer to sleep near or with their humans to protect them in case something happens. Again, this is part of the innate natural instinct of the canine species, but which has been intensified thanks to domestication.

Why Does My Dog Sleep on Me and Not My Significant Other?

Some dogs will choose one person to develop a deep and trusting relationship with that breeds comfortability. This means that they gravitate towards you because you’re who they’re familiar with.

It’s possible that you’ve developed such a relationship with your dog because:

You spend more time with them.

You have spent more time playing with them or they were your dog to begin with.

You wear a certain perfume or cologne that attracts your dog’s attention. Dog’s have an extreme sense of smell and the chemicals in different scents react with your skin to create a particular aroma.

Your dog may just simply prefer you over your significant other and the energy you give off.

Your body language can also attract or deter a dog based on how they view your communication towards them and others.

14 Signs Your Dog Doesn’t Love You (Even if You Think They Do)

Not all dogs like to snuggle. But those that do will often curl up in a ball right next to their humans and sometimes even on top of them. If your dog sleeps in this position, you might be wondering if it’s normal dog behavior or something that needs to be addressed. The truth is, it could be either, and it’s a good idea to take a closer look to determine whether your pup has behavioral issues or simply loves cozying up. Here are some of the most common reasons why your dog lays or even sleeps so close to you: