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Why is my dog sleeping on the floor? Is she too warm from the weather?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 2 years and 8 months old | 50 lbs

Dog acting totally normal except that she wants to sleep on the floor tonight. This is a dog that is insulted if she has to lay on the couch with out at least one blanket on it. But here we are at 3am laying in the floor. It has been warmer than normal in our area the past two days. Could she just be toasty and adjusting to the warmer temperatures?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 22nd, 2018

It could be that the warmer temperature is affecting Bree's sleeping habits. She may not need the blanket if it's warmer than usual, and that's why she is laying on the floor. Since she is acting totally normal, I wouldn't be too worried about it. I hope this helps!

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