Cat-scratch disease

So, have you ever heard that song by Ted Nugent called “Cat Scratch Fever”? It’s not just a song. As a matter of fact, it’s a real disease carried by cats, and they don’t show any sign of infection whatsoever. It’s transmissible to humans through bites, scratches, and licks from a cat. According to WebMD, it’s likely for you to get it if your cat is sleeping in your bed.

Fecal matter

If your dog is like any other dog out there, it’s absolutely safe to say that at least once, he stepped in, played with, or even eaten poop. So when your dog enters your home, let alone your bed, the poop comes with him. It’s not just gross, but it’s one of the easiest ways to transmit parasites and bacteria such as E.coli or salmonella. According to a veterinarian, you should at least consider spritzing off your dog’s feet with a homemade 50/50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and water. This way, you’ll decontaminate the paws before letting your pet sleep in the bed.

Ticks

You probably know already that you can get a tick from only having a walk in the woods, but did you know that you can also get it from your pet? If your furry friend has a thick stuck in its fur and sleeps in bed with you, the thick might easily latch onto you instead of your dog. Ticks are known to carry various dangerous and contagious diseases, even more than the famous Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever or Anaplasmosis. Careful, if you live in an area near the lake, you should be even more cautious.

Mites

These little bugs are annoying not only for dogs but also for humans. So how do you feel knowing that you might be sharing them with your pet at night? The most common one is called the mange mite, which causes human scabies. It’s something you really want to stay away from.

Fleas

Just to make it clear: if you sleep with your dog, you’re definitely getting fleas. While we all might have heard this before, it’s just something you should take into consideration.