I have a two and a half year old American bulldog. I have know the dog for 6 months, he has stayed in my home regularly during that time and he is fine with my children, I have owned him for about 5 weeks.
When he used to stay over he wasn't allowed upstairs at all. However since I have owned him he has started sleeping on my bed with me and my 4 year old. The 4 year old doesn't sleep there every night, just most nights.
A woman I know trains dogs for a living, she trains them for security and police so knows what she is talking about. She has told me to stop letting the dog sleep on the bed because if he gets possessive of the bed he could bite my child when if he tries to get on. She said that is worst case scenario of course but why would I risk it, he is a dog and shouldn't be allowed up the stairs never mind in the bed.
Now I am obviously not one to get hysterical about certain dog breeds but he is a big boy and could potentially do some damage if he wanted to. I never leave the dog and the kids alone together (dog follows me everywhere I go anyway)
So do you let your dog on the bed or is this woman right? I have only let it play on mind because she is a very experienced dog handler.
If you're worried about your pet's health, please speak to a vet or qualified professional.
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