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Hoffman also discovered why dogs seemed to make the best bed companions.\u00a0\u00a0The first reason is that dogs\u2019 sleeping patterns, as opposed to cats, more closely resemble those of humans.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe difference between dogs and cats is not surprising because dogs\u2019 major sleep periods tend to coincide more closely with humans\u2019 than do cats,<\/em>\u2019\u201d said Hoffman.<\/p>\n\n
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However, while there may be benefits of these similar sleeping patterns, more research is needed to know for certain. But Hoffman has some ideas of how this could work.<\/p>\n
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\u201cIn comparison to human bed partners, dogs may be better at accommodating their human\u2019s sleep schedule,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0she said. \u201cIt\u2019s not uncommon for human bed partners to go to bed at very different times and wake up at very different times. Such differences in partners\u2019 schedules can certainly disrupt sleep. It may be that dog bed partners adapt more readily to their owner\u2019s schedule than do human bed partners.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n
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Moreover, dogs require certain schedules and responsibilities, such as a morning walk. This kind of regime helps their owners maintain a routine, improving sleep quality as a result.<\/p>\n
Stillness and Security<\/strong><\/h2>\nAdditionally, dogs tend to stay stiff as they sleep. Anyone who\u2019s slept with a fidgety partner knows how disruptive they could be. However, women in the study reported that their dogs stayed on the bed most of the night instead of felines, who tended to come and go.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis suggests that cats may be more likely than dogs to create disruptions by moving on and off the bed during the night. In addition, we found that dog owners kept to more consistent bedtime and wake time schedules than cat owners and also tended to go to bed earlier and wake up earlier than cat owners<\/em>,\u201d Hoffman said.<\/p>\nHere\u2019s the third and most important reason: Canines provide a sense of security to their owners.\u00a0More so\u00a0than with cats or even human partners.<\/p>\n
\u201cSome dog owners may take comfort in the thought that their dog will alert them in the case of an intruder or other type of emergency; furthermore, a dog\u2019s bark may deter a potential intruder. A cat is less likely to take on this role, and so, may not provide psychological comfort in the same way a dog might<\/em>,\u201d said Hoffman.<\/p>\nThe Best Partner for Quality Sleep<\/strong><\/h2>\nHowever, while the study suggests that dogs are the perfect slumber buddies, their benefits are subjective to each case.\u00a0For example, a dog could snore or make the bed too hot. Additionally, there are many owners who find that their cats help them sleep.<\/p>\n
Keep in mind that the research was based on how the volunteers perceive their pets\u2019 effects on their sleeping quality and duration. As a result, more objective research is needed to definitively consider dogs the superior sleeping partners. However, Hoffman believes that these studies could be beneficial as many American households have pets.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt will be valuable to continue this line of research so we can develop a clearer picture of the contexts under which pets and their presence in their owner\u2019s bed may positively impact sleep quality, and the contexts under which co-sleeping with a pet may be detrimental to one\u2019s sleep quality,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0she said.<\/p>\nFor instance, research has also shown that women sleep better while alone than with a human, but many believe in the opposite. Future research could use Fitbit-like devices to objectively track the sleep quality of people in different sleeping conditions.<\/p>\n
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