Sleeping with pets is generally safe for most healthy adults and may provide comfort and reduce stress, but it can also worsen allergies, asthma and other respiratory conditions. Pet dander, saliva, dust, pollen and other allergens can accumulate on bedding and trigger sneezing, coughing, wheezing or breathing difficulties. Pets may also disturb sleep or carry dirt, parasites and bacteria into the bed. People with weakened immune systems should take extra precautions and consult a doctor. Experts recommend regular grooming, vaccinations, parasite prevention and veterinary check-ups. If your pet is healthy and does not disrupt your sleep, sharing a bed is unlikely to cause problems for most people.
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