10 Gross Reasons To Not Share Your Bed With Your Dog

2. Parasites

Roundworms, hookworms, and many other parasites are highly contagious. They are also very common in dogs who like to spend lots of time getting into things outdoors. Parasites like to lay their eggs in your pet’s fur, which can be transferred onto your sheets where they are free for you to roll around in. They can also linger in your dog’s water, feces or food, which are all things that are very quickly dragged into your bed at night.