Dog Owners Share How They Can't Control Their Dog's Irresistible Urge To Get On Couch
It starts like every “nope, not on the couch” story, with a rule that sounds firm and a dog that treats rules like decorative suggestions.
One pet owner swore their last dog was never allowed on the couch, then watched him ignore the whole setup and park himself there anyway. And it did not stop at the couch. The same dog was banned from the bed, banned from upstairs beds, and still somehow found a way to “chill whenever he pleased,” even dragging a magazine along like he owned the living room.
Then the comments roll in, birthdays happen, and suddenly it’s not just about furniture, it’s about who gets to be king of the recliners.
This doggo is not allowed on the couch, but...
No, we never let our last dog lay on the couch. It was one of the rules we had, and we tried to be strict with him. He just ignored the rules and did as he pleased.
Nope, they cannot stop him.
He will chill on the couch whenever he pleases.
He's even got a magazine with him.
He's also not allowed on the bed, but...
He also wasn’t allowed upstairs on the beds. Again, he did as he pleased.
He'll use the bed whenever he pleases.
He will always be missed.
Jack died in 2012, aged 16 years. We still miss him.
One user took this opportunity to announce her doggo's birthday.
Talking about that, I almost forgot it's the old wise man's 3rd birthday 😁 🎉 happy birthday, baxxty baxx aka Baxter 😁
What a good boi!
And of course, he's allowed on the couch.
It's already part of the dog's life, according to this pet owner.
Yes, it has been my practice to let my dogs lay on my couch. I currently don't have a couch but temporarily have two recliners. My little dog has claimed the old one.
Other doggos are obedient just like this user's.
My dog is allowed on our leather couch by invitation only. The fabric couch is out of bounds. He was trained not to lay on a couch without permission.
Just make sure that if you're providing a cozy spot for your dog that's not on your couch, it should be near you.
Absolutely. But that is my personal preference.
If you are a person who does not mind your furniture being covered with dog hair, cushions rumpled, and throws or afghans made into a nest, then absolutely let your dog be as comfortable as you are.
However, if your preference is for neat and orderly, then train your dog to stay in its place. Provide a comfortable bed or another cozy spot to lie down. But be sure to keep it near you because that is where your dog most wants to be.
This Quora user knows who's king.
Yes, absolutely! I allow my dog to lay on the couch. In fact, my furry friend has become the king of the couch in our household.
I've always believed in creating a warm and loving environment for my pet, and allowing him on the couch is just one of the ways I do that.
Now, I know some people might have reservations about this, worrying about their dog's behavior or potential messes. But let me tell you, it's all about setting boundaries and training.
When I first brought my dog home, we established a clear understanding that he is welcome on the couch, but only when invited. This way, he knows not to jump up whenever he pleases.
As for messes, yes, accidents can happen. But regular grooming and maintaining good hygiene practices for my pup ensure that this is never really an issue. I always make sure to clean the couch regularly to keep it fresh and tidy.
But let's get back to the main point—having my dog on the couch brings us closer. There's something incredibly comforting about cuddling up together, especially after a long day. It's a time for us to relax, bond, watch TV, or even enjoy a cozy nap.
Plus, seeing the happiness in his eyes when he snuggles up beside me is priceless.
Now, I do understand that letting your dog on the couch might not be for everyone. Every pet owner is different, and there's no right or wrong answer here.
But for me and my furry companion, it's a definite yes. So go ahead, let your pup on the couch if that's what brings you both joy and comfort. After all, our dogs deserve a little luxury too!
For people who don't want fur on your couch: towels are your friend.
Yes, of course. If you are worried about hair getting on the couch, put some beach towels on it. The dog gets to lay wherever he wants to.
Absolutely. They also snuggle at bedtime. By the way, my 3 dogs weighed 65, 90, and 180 pounds. Their place was always at my side, wherever I was. I bathe them weekly, and they always smell great 🥰
That’s when the whole “no couch” promise starts to look like a joke, especially since Jack was gone in 2012 but the couch rebellion clearly lived on.
Right after the “he’ll chill whenever he pleases” energy, a user pops in to celebrate Baxter’s third birthday, and of course, Baxter is allowed on the couch.
Meanwhile, another owner tries to make it a “couch by invitation only” situation, with leather okay and fabric off-limits, which is basically a velvet rope for dog hair.
And then the Quora thread lands on the real battleground, whether you let your dog nest near you or keep the throws and rumpled cushions out of the picture entirely.
There's a certain charm in dogs who think they're the owners of the house and get cozy on the couch despite being told not to by their owners. Some owners give up and let their dogs have it their way.
Ultimately, it's the owner's decision to let it slide or not.
In this story, the real question is not whether the dog can get on the couch, it’s whether you can resist the king of the recliners.
For another stressful couch rule battle, see how a teen tried stopping “panic and puppy vomit” on a pristine sofa.
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