It’s a no-brainer that sleep is vital for one’s health. That is why so many researchers study the best way to get good quality shut-eye. However, forget chamomile tea and meditating before bed. According to new research, women sleep better next to dogs. That’s right; Canisius College in New York State conducted a study that found that canines make better-sleeping partners than humans or cats.
“We found that women commonly rate dogs as better bed partners than cats and human partners and report that their dogs enhance their sleep quality,” Christy Hoffman, Ph.D., animal behaviorist and lead researcher of the study.
Research Finds that Women Sleep Better Next to Dogs
Hoffman surveyed almost one thousand women living in the United States to come to these findings. The results showed that 55% of the participants shared their bed with at least one dog and 31% with at least one cat. Also, 57% of these women shared a bed with a human partner, while the rest did not. [1]
Hoffman also discovered why dogs seemed to make the best bed companions. The first reason is that dogs’ sleeping patterns, as opposed to cats, more closely resemble those of humans.
“The difference between dogs and cats is not surprising because dogs’ major sleep periods tend to coincide more closely with humans’ than do cats,’” said Hoffman.
However, while there may be benefits of these similar sleeping patterns, more research is needed to know for certain. But Hoffman has some ideas of how this could work.
“In comparison to human bed partners, dogs may be better at accommodating their human’s sleep schedule,” she said. “It’s not uncommon for human bed partners to go to bed at very different times and wake up at very different times. Such differences in partners’ schedules can certainly disrupt sleep. It may be that dog bed partners adapt more readily to their owner’s schedule than do human bed partners.”
Moreover, dogs require certain schedules and responsibilities, such as a morning walk. This kind of regime helps their owners maintain a routine, improving sleep quality as a result.
Stillness and Security
Additionally, dogs tend to stay stiff as they sleep. Anyone who’s slept with a fidgety partner knows how disruptive they could be. However, women in the study reported that their dogs stayed on the bed most of the night instead of felines, who tended to come and go.
“This suggests that cats may be more likely than dogs to create disruptions by moving on and off the bed during the night. In addition, we found that dog owners kept to more consistent bedtime and wake time schedules than cat owners and also tended to go to bed earlier and wake up earlier than cat owners,” Hoffman said.
Here’s the third and most important reason: Canines provide a sense of security to their owners. More so than with cats or even human partners.
“Some dog owners may take comfort in the thought that their dog will alert them in the case of an intruder or other type of emergency; furthermore, a dog’s bark may deter a potential intruder. A cat is less likely to take on this role, and so, may not provide psychological comfort in the same way a dog might,” said Hoffman.
The Best Partner for Quality Sleep
However, while the study suggests that dogs are the perfect slumber buddies, their benefits are subjective to each case. For example, a dog could snore or make the bed too hot. Additionally, there are many owners who find that their cats help them sleep.
Keep in mind that the research was based on how the volunteers perceive their pets’ effects on their sleeping quality and duration. As a result, more objective research is needed to definitively consider dogs the superior sleeping partners. However, Hoffman believes that these studies could be beneficial as many American households have pets.
“It will be valuable to continue this line of research so we can develop a clearer picture of the contexts under which pets and their presence in their owner’s bed may positively impact sleep quality, and the contexts under which co-sleeping with a pet may be detrimental to one’s sleep quality,” she said.
For instance, research has also shown that women sleep better while alone than with a human, but many believe in the opposite. Future research could use Fitbit-like devices to objectively track the sleep quality of people in different sleeping conditions.
‘The Union’ Premiere Stir: Halle Berry Flaunts Curves in Lace Dress That ‘Looks Like Lingerie’ Next to Mark Wahlberg
Berry stunned everyone with her stunning debut in a silky black outfit. This audacious ensemble made a statement rather than just being a stunner.
Featuring a tight waist, a deep V-neckline, and a flowery lace pattern, the knee-length dress artistically displayed just enough to keep the focus on the star.
The Ohio native struck poses for eager photographers from every angle, obviously enjoying the limelight. Her dress’s thin material offered enticing views that caused heads to turn.
Berry added an additional touch of refinement to her attire by selecting black shoes with semi-sheer mesh material and double leather straps.
Her expression was equally mesmerizing. Berry radiated carefree grace with her chin-length chestnut hair fashioned in soft, beachy waves. She went for a beautiful, sun-kissed look with a bit of soft pink blush, a sparkle of gold highlighter, and a glossy nude pout, keeping her makeup basic with warm dramatic smokey eyes.
Berry wore understated yet elegant accessories. She wore round diamond-studded earrings on her ears and stacked a few little rings on her fingers. Her manicure, done in dazzling white, made a dramatic contrast.
Berry’s recent performance on the red carpet left little room for interpretation. She also caught people’s attention and generated a lot of responses from both supporters and detractors. She looks good in it, praised one ardent fan. I adore it as underwear, but not as much as a dress.
Berry’s audacious wardrobe choice appears to have raised questions about whether it belonged in a boudoir rather than at a premiere. Another trending theme was glamour that defied age. Berry,58, had admirers in awe of her glowing youth. “58???? What????” cried out one stunned fan.They said, “Dang, she looks beyond amazing.”
Much impressed, a different admirer screamed, “How is she 58? My mind is acting strangely! She looks amazing.”Prettiest 58-year-old, I’ve seen,” another person commented.All of her admirers agreed that Halle Berry is still the height of fantastic at the age of 58.
However, not everyone admired Berry’s audacious ensemble. After voicing their criticisms, one commentator suggested that people “put some clothes on and have some class.”
“She’s better than this,” remarked someone else, and “This ain’t an age-appropriate dress,” was brought up by a third.It’s evident that although Berry’s ensemble stunned many, it also sparked discussions about age, class, and style.
The effortlessly stylish Mark Wahlberg, 53, joined her, demonstrating that age is no longer a hindrance to elegance. Wahlberg wore a muted blue zip-up jacket, black jeans, and a white T-shirt for a stylish yet simple ensemble.
His effortlessly attractive suit was given a contemporary twist by his white sneakers. With a broad smile on his face, the actor displayed a picture-perfect family moment in a family portrait with his supermodel wife and their children.
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