10 Gross Reasons To Not Share Your Bed With Your Dog

6. Mites

Mites belong to the same family as ticks. They love to prey on dogs and can even be passed on to humans. Scabies mites typically cause intense itching in humans for up to ten days. If your dog is infected, he or she could transfer those mites to your bed where they can lay eggs and become almost impossible to get rid of. Mites also hate the light, so they commonly come out at night while you are busy spooning with your dog.