After coming off a work call, a remote worker checked on her golden retriever to see what he was up to—what she found him doing has melted hearts among internet users.
In a TikTok video shared in January by @lil_breesiana, the Dallas dog owner is peeking through the bedroom door only to find her golden retriever tucked inside the blanket with his head on the pillow and a paw covering his eyes—living his best life.
“I look over from my meeting to see my dog just peacefully napping as mom works away,” the caption says. “Must be nice!”
Letting a dog sleep in your bed can be a comfort, but it isn’t a straightforward choice. Sharing a bed with your pup can strengthen your bond, and for many people, waking up next to a happy dog is one of the best parts of the arrangement.
But, according to Pet MD, there are practical factors to weigh before deciding. Dogs often stay alert even while resting, which means they may wake easily and disturb your sleep when reacting to small noises or shifting around during the night. Their natural restlessness can leave some pet parents feeling tired or interrupted.
Health considerations matter, too. Allergies can become harder to manage when a dog’s hair and dander are concentrated in your bedding.
People who rely on specific sleep positions—such as those with back or joint issues—may also find a dog’s presence makes it more difficult to get comfortable. Some dogs also have mobility limitations, and need nighttime bathroom breaks, or could risk injury jumping on and off the bed as they age.
There’s also a minor risk of passing illnesses between dogs and humans, especially with close contact. For those who choose to share their bed, staying on top of routine preventative care helps reduce that risk.
Whether or not you let your fur-baby sleep with you, it’s important that they have their own bed too. Dogs can get too hot at night when in bed with humans, they may also just want to be in a place of their own, and it’s very important that you offer them this option.
The video has so far received over 66,900 views and 14,500 likes on the platform.
One user, Betsi Winfree, commented: “We people and our pets! They pay no rent, cost us a fortune to feed, sleep wherever the hell they want, don’t do chores… And we wouldn’t have it any other way!”
Joanne & Porter said: “Dogs truly have the best life.”
Sunny Bunny added: “They [don’t] even know they are living our dreams!”
Newsweek reached out to @lil_breesiana for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case.
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