{"id":1883,"date":"2010-03-11T22:45:23","date_gmt":"2010-03-12T06:45:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/?p=1883"},"modified":"2013-08-21T12:33:49","modified_gmt":"2013-08-21T20:33:49","slug":"7-tricks-to-sleep-like-a-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/blog\/7-tricks-to-sleep-like-a-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Tricks To Sleep Like A Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ever wonder why it seems your dog is in a good mood all the waking hours of the day?\u00a0 Perhaps adopting a dog\u2019s sleep habits might help you emulate the feeling.<\/p>\n

A bad night\u2019s sleep is the worst when it comes to getting things accomplished and feeling good during what should be a great day.\u00a0 The effects due to lack of sleep on mood, productivity, creativity, and even the quality of our relationships take a bigger toll on our health than most realize.<\/p>\n

Anyone who does have trouble sleeping most likely have read all the \u201cregular\u201d things to do in order to get better sleep.\u00a0 The concept becomes nothing more than a repeated set of rules that get ignored, similar to the simple rules of training a well behaved dog.<\/p>\n

Finding a new outlook and different perspective is the answer to changing any sort of habit you\u2019ve developed.\u00a0 Sleep is no different.\u00a0 That being the case here are some ideas that may just be on the level of an \u201cah-ha moment\u201d and getting some quality sleep along the way.<\/p>\n

Sleep Like a Dog<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dogs may not have the same stress and anxiety as we do, but they do have certain routines you can practice that prepare you for a great night\u2019s sleep.<\/p>\n

Eat Several Hours Before Going To Bed<\/strong><\/p>\n

Following this rule of the paw is much easier when you are dog, generally because dogs get fed only twice a day and they have no other choice.\u00a0 Getting up off the couch and wandering over to the fridge to aimlessly snack isn\u2019t an option.\u00a0 Maybe eating like a dog is in order for better health!\u00a0 Eat at meal times and don\u2019t snack just before going to bed.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t Drink Alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n

The beverage of choice for a dog is water, again, simply because it is the only thing available.\u00a0 Taking alcohol out of the picture would most likely find large numbers of people wagging more.\u00a0 Not such a bad idea, yet we still willingly tip those unwanted calories with bad side effects regularly.\u00a0 If you have trouble sleeping this may be one to give a serious try.<\/p>\n

Reduce the Bright Light of the Computer Screen<\/strong><\/p>\n

Computers, Blackberries, iPhones, the television… we live in a digital age and much of our entertainment comes from our computer screen.\u00a0 If we aren\u2019t working on them, we are playing on Twitter or Facebook, \u201cchatting\u201d with a friend or catching up on a bit of work before going to sleep.\u00a0 It is almost a ridiculous thought to make it a rule to limit screen time before bed these days.\u00a0 If it is an impossibility for you, try dimming the screen, creating a low light effect to enhance preparation for sleep.<\/p>\n

Take a Power Nap in a Sunny Spot<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ever notice how your dog will find the spot in the house where the sun is shining through the window creating a nice cozy warm sleeping zone?\u00a0 Sleep is sleep is sleep and especially if you are lacking enough sleep at night by all means go for the power nap during the day.\u00a0 Find a cozy warm spot, curl up, catch a few refreshing zz\u2019s just like your dog, and go back to a productive day.<\/p>\n

Get Out and Exercise<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most exercise should be done in the morning or afternoon.\u00a0 Don\u2019t get your heart racing just before you plan on shutting it all down for sleep.\u00a0 Dogs love the chance to run around and stretch it out first thing in the morning, regardless of the weather, time of year, or lack of coffee.\u00a0 Head out the door with your dog first thing in the morning to set your day off to a better start.\u00a0 Numerous studies conclude exercise induces good sleep habits.<\/p>\n

Get Enough Sunlight<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dogs typically don\u2019t understand the odd hours we humans have started keeping.\u00a0 Staying up later and later into the night is becoming normal.\u00a0 Before we had such great late night television shows available people went to sleep closer to sunset and awoke at sunrise.<\/p>\n

Dogs seems to maintain this routine better than people now days.\u00a0 It may have something to do with the fact that dogs usually get the appropriate amount of sunlight.\u00a0 There is a real advantage to having to go outside to go to the bathroom!\u00a0 On any account, getting sunlight every day can help with your sleep cycles so make sure to get outside and soak up some real daylight.<\/p>\n

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A Comfortable Bed<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dogs sleep in many positions.\u00a0 Most dogs have a little ritual before laying down.\u00a0 Fluff up the bed, turn around three times and curl up in a nice warm little ball.\u00a0 Once in a deep sleep you\u2019ll see dogs roll over on their back completely stretched out.\u00a0 Comfortable.\u00a0 Asleep.\u00a0 Set your sleeping space up so it is comfortable and dark, with room to curl up and stretch out in your best slumbering moments.<\/p>\n

Think of it as your den.\u00a0 Take the time to slow down and get away from the computer, the phone, TV and the hustle bustle of the world.\u00a0 Take a rest in your own comfy den and come out refreshed and ready to wag.<\/p>\n

Jt Clough is a professional dog trainer and writes at\u00a0 www.DogTrainingSanDiego.com<\/span><\/a> Creating a balanced life with calm dog training techniques through her long time commitment to health and fitness, Clough a finisher of 9 Ironmans, and creator of dog running programs<\/span> <\/a>inspires people by introducing playtime in life through the eyes of a dog.<\/em><\/p>\n

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