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It’s adorable when your pets cuddle up beside you on the bed and the cuteness overload can make you forget all the problems in the world. However, some pets are a bit more greedy and just looove 'stealing' their owners’ spots on the bed, claiming them as their own.
Scroll down and check out Bored Panda’s collection of the most hilarious and adorable photos of bed-stealing cats and dogs whose owners couldn’t help but post pictures of them online. Remember to upvote your faves and let us know in the comments if your pet is a bed-stealing derp or floof, too! And be sure to scroll down for our interview with the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
If you’ve ever wondered why doggos and cattos do this, there are a few possible reasons for that kind of behavior. Wag reports that some dogs can do this for negative reasons like disrespect and dominance while others steal your spot because they want to show you how much they love you and how loyal they are to you.
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#1
My Cat Wuffy Waits Until My Daughter Has Left For School Before Crawling Under Her Blanket And Putting Herself To Bed
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#2
And This Is Why I Never Leap On To The Bed Without Checking First
logical fallacy 5 years ago
My mum's cat was completely black with yellow eyes, who loved sleeping on the sofa in the living room. Only problem, the sofas are black. Too many guests went to sit down with one of us freaking out because the 'fur pillow' was actually a really grumpy cat. Oh I miss him.
velocirrober 5 years ago
Dang... I would be grumpy too if people tried to sit on me often.
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Mishte Tine 5 years ago
Ouch - pillows with claws ... I don’t see well, I hope you do! Lovely photo
#3
Found My 12yr Old Pup On My Bed. It's Been A Couple Years Since She Was Able To Get Up There, No Idea How She Did It. With Her Favorite Toy Too! Don't Have The Heart To Kick Her Off
Susann Campbell 5 years ago
I would also get a step for her so she can get up there when ever without pain.
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Mishte Tine 5 years ago
This post seems to solidify that people are really overrated in comparison. That paw!
Suzanne Chalmers 5 years ago
Please get her some pet-stairs🐾💗🐾She obviously LOVES her special place 🐾💗🐾
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers told Bored Panda that since dogs don't have a moral compass, it isn't possible for them to "steal" anything, much less their owners' spots. "Dogs will be dogs and they will do what dogs do. As a species that primarily ‘sees' the world through its nose, a spot on the sofa is probably very comforting because it smells of its owner."
A member of the APDT committee pointed out that if an owner doesn't want their dog on the bed or furniture, then they should teach the dog what they do want: "Which is usually for the dog to go to a mat or to his own bed."
The committee member also said there is no need for owners to be 'strict' with their dogs when they are being "kind, fair, and consistent in their training."
#4
He Only Gets Up On The Bed When My Fiancé Is Working. This Is How I Woke Up From A Nap
Joyce Deering 5 years ago
Dog says, "I'm just keepin' it warm for Mom, in case she comes right back to bed."
#5
My Cat Sitting Like A Person In Bed
Suzanne Clark 5 years ago
Um, I'll have my coffee with cream (lots of cream!) this morning, thanks.
#6
Forgot My Wife Was Away - Rolled Over In Bed To See This
Perfumista Perfumista 5 years ago
Where is she? Is she ever coming back? You're not leaving are you?
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
What a sweet face. Wife surely won't object to you sleeping with another - er - sentient being. It'd be the start of an excellent day to roll over and see her/him looked at you with such love.
If your dog is growling at you or roughly nudging you to get you to move, then there might be a problem. But if your doggo takes your spot when you leave and then moves when you come back, it’s a sign of respect because they’re saving your spot.
Cats and dogs also feel closer to you when they’re in a spot that smells strongly of you.
However, your dog might not respect you as “the leader of the pack” if it constantly takes your favorite spot on the bed or the couch. Are they trying to challenge your authority? Could be.
#7
Trying To Enjoy My Coffee And Cuddles With Boyfriend, Dog Starts Nudging And Yipping Until I Move. Immediately Takes My Spot And Gives Me This Look
Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
They have adorable smiles. Have you done DNA testing to confirm he's not the father?
#8
I Left Home For The Military A Few Months Ago And My Dad Took A Pic Of My Dog Sleeping On My Bed
Susann Campbell 5 years ago
You know that when you get back home you will have to buy a new pillow for yourself, that one is permanently taken. Ask your Dad to cover him up before he goes to bed.
#9
Just Checked Into My Hotel Room And Found An Intruder On My Bed! Best Hotel Ever
Catlady6000 5 years ago
A friend of my went to Russia about 30 years ago. Saw a mouse in the room, told management. Ten minutes later, there was a maid at the door with a cat. I've wanted to go to Russia ever since.
Or they could be trying to get your attention and expressing their warm and fuzzy feelings for you. Animal emotions are complex and a lot depends on each particular case.
If you don’t want your pet 'stealing' your spot, they have to know that you’re in charge and that you wear the pants in the family.
You can start by teaching them basic commands like “move” (or “please, please, please, you goofball, get out of my bed, I have nowhere else to sleep”). In other words, setting limits is key. Obviously, this works far better with dogs than with cats. What’s more, if your pet has its own cozy place to relax, it won’t be as likely to steal yours.
#10
Left For Work, Forgot Phone. 10 Minutes Later, And This Bitch Is Already In Bed With My Boyfriend
Susann Campbell 5 years ago
Same woman so don't worry, time will be when he has to take her out to do her business and then feed her and then business again and then for that walk and then another nap. To get back at him and her leave a list of things that need to be done and while out to be picked up like groceries and fix dinner before you get home and a bone for his lady friend.
Hisseefit 5 years ago
Only answering this because your picture shows you are young - a dam or b***h is a female dog where a male dog is stud or sire.
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Mishte Tine 5 years ago (edited)
Come on... Everyone knows the lingo, using it isn’t witty. In my view. Adorable girl, though!
#11
Had To Leave My Dog With My Parents While I Relocate Out Of State, My Mom Sent Me This. Later That Day I Got A Message Saying My Dad Overslept Because He Thought My Mom Was Still In Bed
Susann Campbell 5 years ago
That has happened to me and my husband a lot, both of us retired years ago.
#12
When Your Human Works Nights But You Love Him So You Go Back To Bed Every Morning When He Gets Home
Ashley Duke 5 years ago
I have a king size bed. I sleep on one side, my husband on the other and my dog right against my back. I love it. She stays there all night too. Best security "blanket" ever
K Witmer 5 years ago
I sleep w 3 of my dogs the 4th sleeps on his bed on the floor next to us. They take up so much space a reattached my daughters co sleeper from when she was a baby so my husband and I have room to move. It's the best thing ever.
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My Cat Is In Love With My Boyfriend. She Glares Every Time I Try To Sit Next To Him. He Didn't Believe Me, So I Took A Picture
MIRANDA DE LA ROSA 5 years ago
Looks at her mean but when he looks up *starts having angelic eyes
Natalia Maciel 5 years ago
Half closed eyes in a cat is a good sign!! Fear her stare if her pupils are dilated
jevais 5 years ago
Actually this is the way cats make eye contact to show you that they like you.
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AzKhaleesi 5 years ago
its so true, my hubby's blue and gold macaw is his actual wife i'm just the side chick, and she makes it known! She will legit try to attack me if I'm with in 3 ft of him when she's out. If he gets up to get something from the kitchen or go to the bathroom and he doesn't take her she will zone in on me and rush me to attack and then as soon as he's back in the room she acts all sweet and innocent lol but even after all that, I love her so much and she gets treats and spoils from me. But to be fair my blue and gold is the same way without the active attacking of the husband. She just won't have anything to do with him. lol.
Julie Merrill 5 years ago
no she is giving you lovey eyes. if she was glaring her ears would be flat..she loves you both
#14
Last Night, My Cat Merlin Was On My Husband's Side Of He Bed. He Told Me To Take Care Of It, So I Did. Sweet Dreams Little Kitty
Freya the Wanderer 5 years ago
Merlin is a beaut! He bears a passing resemblance to my dear departed Ragamuffin.
Jackie Burnham 5 years ago
Looks like my Myla. And my friend Mylo lol. Also, love the name Ragamuffin!!! I call my son that sometimes
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Katherine Gilleland 5 years ago
I’m pretty sure that if we had a cat who did this my husband would just tuck it in and sleep on the couch
#15
Every Night At Around 9 My Cat Tucks Himself In And Waits
Kate Yeti 5 years ago
That's adorable! One of ours starts following us around and yowling if we're not in bed by 11!
Daisy 5 years ago
My cat yowls at 3 a.m. when she wants to play. I don't have the heart to say no to her <3
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fro_st puppy 5 years ago
this one is my favourite. looks like a king in his 4 poster royal bed. 9 am pretty mature kitty to go to sleep that time
Amy Mettlen 5 years ago
My cat gets a snack before bed. If she doesn't get it at 9pm she jumps up onto my husband's stomach meowing like a banshee.
#16
Went To Shower, Bed Was Made. Came Out To This
Susann Campbell 5 years ago
He was so happy that it was bed time that he got carried away also may be hiding from you because he didn't want a shower.
#17
Sometimes You Can't Go To Bed Because It's Just All Cats
Jackie Burnham 5 years ago
I've never seen a short haired cat with a long haired fluffy tail (orange cat) ... is that a common characteristic?
#18
Woke Up This Morning To This And I Have To Say, My Wife Looks A Lot Different Without Make Up
Perfumista Perfumista 5 years ago
No make-up? She clearly has eyeliner on and it is expertly applied.
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
She has that natural look that guys go for these days, and her complexion is fab.
#19
Husband Wasn’t Out Of Bed For 30 Seconds When This Pup Stole His Spot And Promptly Started Snoring
Anja Schmidt 5 years ago
that´s a trick !!! My father can do the same ... starting snoring means just "go away" ...
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Most doggos fall asleep in two seconds; guess they don't have bills and college tuition and car repair and job security and all that human rot. Sleep on, Sweetie!
#20
Came Back To Bed To Find This Girl Stole My Boyfriend
Laugh Fan 5 years ago
That possessive paw... you have definitely lost your boyfriend for good.
Susann Campbell 5 years ago
I would say is a soothing teasing way, " What are you doing you little hussy you"? I did do that by the way and my dog showed me all her teeth in a smile with a body wiggle and tail going so fast I though she would break it.
#21
Forgot To Turn The Heating On In The Morning, Came Home To This
John Fowler 5 years ago
If I'm not supposed to sleep in the bed, then why is it made out of warm?
Lily Mae Kitty 5 years ago
cats don't need the heat on unless you are some frozen tundra type place. they can handle fairly cold temps quite comfortably. If they get cold, they find the warmest spot. You can leave it low when you go to work.
#22
My Dog Stole My Spot On The Bed Then Made This Face. Jerk
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Well, you left it and didn't leave a note about when you'd be back - if ever - or if I was supposed to make up the darn thing -- oh, and by the way, what about the stains on the sheet? See what I have to put up with?
#23
A Tucked In Kitty Stole My Spot In Bed
#24
How My Dog Looks At Me When He's In Bed With My Wife. Same Look Every Time
#25
I Want To Go To Bed.. But I Just Can't Bring Myself To Move Them
#26
Should I Be Worried About This?
Kat Khatib 5 years ago
I have a husband that has a death grip on the remote control.
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Naomi Cline 5 years ago
Yes! That remote is going to get lost and you will spend hours trying to find it
#27
Go To Bed To Find It Already Occupied. Who Is The Boss In This House? Not Me
Two Silly Pups 5 years ago
But his ears suggest he knows he's doing something he's not supposed to
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Brenda Gavigan 5 years ago
My dog does the same not bad enough she takes my spot but takes over my pillow too
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Seems like you figured this one out. Just don't forget and life will be easy-peasy.
#28
The Look He Gives Me When He Takes My Spot In Bed
Mishte Tine 5 years ago (edited)
Puppy toes! I don’t think I could love dogs more than I do. Mine especially, but every dog. And then - welp, more love happens. I seem to have an unending supply. Love is like that. Dogs are heaven. All of them.
#29
Our Pets Arrange Themselves Around My Girlfriend And I Like This Almost Every Night
Garth Robinson 5 years ago
Wife caught me in bed with this cute girl...... 20130808_2...e1ff53.jpg 
Jen Sexton 5 years ago
You guy should invest in a Shaquille O'Neal sized bed, then you could accommodate everyone with room to spare!
Linda Matheny 5 years ago
First come, first served. I used to have three large puppers to sleep with. Best bed buddies ever!
#30
I Think My Dog Is Bigger Than My Boyfriend
#31
She Jumps Into My Bed And Goes Right For My Pillow Every Night. And It's Adorable
#32
If I Don't Make It To Bed On Time, I Don't Get A Spot To Sleep
Linda Roy 5 years ago
I didn't notice that until I read your comment, lol
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berna zapominszki 5 years ago
I see a lot of spots. Everyone has spots over there. :D Good night!
#33
"I Don't Want A Big Dog!" "That Dog Is Not Coming In The House!" "That Dog Better Not Get In Our Bed!" - My Wife
JessG 5 years ago
Um, ew. No pillow case on that one pillow, and no sheet on the mattress??? No
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Doesn't appear that he has his full growth - look at the paws on that doggo!
Adam Abramowitz 5 years ago
I said the exact same thing about cockroaches, before I wound up with colonies of five different species, including Giant Cave Roaches...
#34
Hmmpff... Typical! I Get The Tiny Spot On The Bed
#35
My Dog Ran Around The House 20 Times At Top Speed... Then Jumped Into My Bed And Fell Asleep Like This Within 30 Seconds
#36
Walked In On My Boyfriend In Bed With Some Girl
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Couldn't be more beautiful, loves to snuggle, a pushover for any guy wearing a Led Zepplin shirt.
#37
My Dog Takes My Girlfriend's Spot When She Leaves For Work. This Is What I Woke Up To Today
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
She's outrageously beautiful, soft, comforting, protective, true-blue, melts your heart, her world revolves around you. Can't ask for anything more. Honestly.
#38
He Stole My Place In Bed And Looked As Though I Was Disturbing Him
deanna woods 5 years ago
Cat: I don't always steal my human's spot in the bed, but when I do, I will not move.
Lorraine R 5 years ago
Cat: I don't steal my human's spot in bed. It's my spot; I just let them warm it up for me.
#39
I Feel Like I'm Interrupting Something Here
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
That's true, you're so close together it's hard to tell which arm is whose.
#40
Stole My Spot When I Took A Phone Call And Looks Real Smug About It
Anna Salerno 5 years ago
My cat does this every time I get up to go to the bathroom then he fusses at me when I come back. Lol
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
There's not a darn thing you can do about "smug" - especially with ten claws extended.
#41
Don't Mind Me, I Guess
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
We called our Goldie "s**t" for doing that. Now our present doggo has obviously sneaked a look at some photos.
#42
Every Morning When I Get Up, My Dog Immediately Steals My Spot On The Bed Then Gives Me This Look When I Want To Move Him To Go Back To Bed
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
It looks like you have room to sneak in on the other side. Try it; she might like it.
#43
I Think My Dog Stole My Boyfriend And My Bed Spot From Me
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Looks so much like my sweet doggo. Leave boyfriend alone till your doggo is ready to get up. Gawd, he is beautiful! The doggo, not the boyfriend. That is, no offense, but - okay, I'm finished.
Kat Khatib 5 years ago
I think your dog was drinking...hence the red eye! Give'em a break this time.
#44
Got Up At 1am For Water And He Steals My Spot, Pillow And All
Binxyminxem 5 years ago
Yeah! Even I thought yay Star Wars bedding when I saw it, the owner and this doggo have great taste.
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Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Squatters' rights. Leave a bed for more than one minute and anyone can claim it.
#45
Heckin’ Stole My Spot
#46
What My Bed Looks Like In The Mornings
Jenna Bois 5 years ago
My bed also contains a child and multiple animals by the time the morning comes.
Susann Campbell 5 years ago
And you stand there taking this picture because they have put love in you day just watching them. Thank you for sharing, take a nap when they do.
#47
I'm Snuggled In Too Deep To Be Removed From The Bed Now. You May Sleep On The Sofa Human
GumShoe359 5 years ago
Probably should clean your bed before you post a pic online for all to see....
#48
This Is My Bed Now Dad
Sue Sanders 5 years ago
Don't get upset; there's always room for three. And a stuffed toy. Come on in!
Penny Jones 5 years ago
Bernese Mountain puppy!! So cute. Will grow up to be well over 100 pounds. Gentle giants. Those paws are massive!
Teresa Groth 5 years ago
Usually the paws tell you what size the dog will be at full growth, so this dog is going to be a mammoth of a dog! But if he or she is full grown now I am sure you’re happy with the size!
#49
This Is The Family! Also This Photo Shows Why I Need To Be The First To Get Into Bed
Monty Is Fiennes 5 years ago
FRIDGE NEXT TO BED!!!!!!......Although maybe a necessity rather than a choice :(
Ronel du Plessis 5 years ago
One leg goes in theeeeeere, other one riiiight there. Arm there and other arm.... Nope no space for the other arm. It will have hang off the side of the bed
#50
Go Ahead And Make Yourself Comfortable, Lilly
#51
Our Pup Stole My Spot In The Bed. Didn't Have The Heart To Kick Him Out
#52
She’s Keeping My Spot Warm Right? So She Will Move If I Ask, Right? Emily?
#53
Caught My Wife In Bed With My Best Friend
#54
Rule Breaking Dog - Parents Go On Vacation With One Rule: "Don't Sleep On Dad's Pillow." Two Hours Later. Rebel
Oskar vanZandt 5 years ago
I think "rebel without a care" might be more accurate...
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Dad does not have a pillow any more. Dad will have to choose a new pillow...
#55
No Space
#56
I Walk Into The Bedroom And I See Kattie Being The Little Spoon. There Is No Room For Me
Freya the Wanderer 5 years ago
Look at the size of that cat! He/she definitely needs to shed a few kilos. Low-fat tuna and more time with a laser pointer.
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Scott Brynildsen 5 years ago
My dad had a cat about that size and no matter what diets the cat went on, something genetic was making him large. Put out your torch, Betsy. You don't know this person and thankfully you don't know their cat.
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Oskar vanZandt 5 years ago
I'd guestimate it is four times the weight it should be... around 10lbs. Very large breed cats like the Maine C**n are somewhere in the region of 20-25lbs.
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Japper Jones 5 years ago
Dear God in Heaven . . .how in the world is the cat even able to get on the bed??
#57
Caught My Wife With The Cat This Morning
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Monty Is Fiennes 5 years ago
When he was 6mnths we used to put him between us in bed to get a sleep-in on Sundays, he'd snuggle down and drift off snoring. We used to look at each other and say "We're not making a habit of this!" Now he's seven and we take every hot-dog-in-a-bun cuddle we can get while we still have time. And we still say "We're not making a habit of this!" WP_2016111...57627f.jpg 
Erin 5 years ago
I still cannot figure out how EXACTLY a 17 pound miniature schnauzer can take up 3/4 of a queen sized bed every single night. I am now used to sleep on the edge of the bed.
Maggie Smith 5 years ago
How can two 4 pound Chihuahaus sleeping in the center of a queen size bed push my husband and me to the edge? They both lay on their sides, stretch out their legs and start pushing us to the very edge. Now that Puppy (18 yr old) is gone, I still like being pushed out.
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deanna woods 5 years ago
These pictures are so adorable. It's awesome to see how attached pets get to their owners.
Christina Uhlir 5 years ago
'Until you have been loved by an animal, you will never truly understand unconditional love.'
Chris Watson 5 years ago
Not a fan of dogs in the bed, or any furnishings. So I'll just enjoy these photos belonging to others .
Monty Is Fiennes 5 years ago
When he was 6mnths we used to put him between us in bed to get a sleep-in on Sundays, he'd snuggle down and drift off snoring. We used to look at each other and say "We're not making a habit of this!" Now he's seven and we take every hot-dog-in-a-bun cuddle we can get while we still have time. And we still say "We're not making a habit of this!" WP_2016111...57627f.jpg
Erin 5 years ago
I still cannot figure out how EXACTLY a 17 pound miniature schnauzer can take up 3/4 of a queen sized bed every single night. I am now used to sleep on the edge of the bed.
Maggie Smith 5 years ago
How can two 4 pound Chihuahaus sleeping in the center of a queen size bed push my husband and me to the edge? They both lay on their sides, stretch out their legs and start pushing us to the very edge. Now that Puppy (18 yr old) is gone, I still like being pushed out.
Load More Replies... deanna woods 5 years ago
These pictures are so adorable. It's awesome to see how attached pets get to their owners.
Christina Uhlir 5 years ago
'Until you have been loved by an animal, you will never truly understand unconditional love.'
Chris Watson 5 years ago
Not a fan of dogs in the bed, or any furnishings. So I'll just enjoy these photos belonging to others .
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