Sleeping Sweetly with a Pillow! Has "Black Shiba Inu Sleeping on a Pillow" Really Started Acting Like a Human?

Humans often rely on pillows for a good night's sleep, but do dogs also need them? A recent post on Twitter (now X) featuring a Japanese Shiba Inu named Karo (@shibaCARO) has sparked a delightful discussion. Karo has been spotted using a pillow while sleeping, completely covered with a blanket and appearing remarkably relaxed, almost as if he considers himself human. This adorable post received over 70,000 likes, capturing the hearts of many online.

Karo's sleeping area is surrounded by familiar human items like a gaming console, TV remote, and smartphone, indicating that this space is typically occupied by humans. Karo's owner mentioned that this is his designated sleeping area, but whenever the owner leaves the bed for a while, Karo takes the opportunity to claim it for himself. The pillow he uses is from the beloved animated film "Kiki's Delivery Service," which adds an extra layer of charm to his cozy setup. However, the owner noted that while the pillow is cute, it tends to shed fur easily.

Other pet owners have chimed in, sharing pictures of their own furry friends using pillows in similar adorable ways. It seems that Karo's behavior is not an isolated case; many dogs enjoy snuggling up on pillows previously used by their owners. This raises the question: does sleeping on a pillow that smells like their owner help dogs sleep better?

• Comfort: The familiar scent of their owner can provide comfort and security to dogs.
• Bonding: Dogs are social animals and often seek closeness with their humans during sleep.
• Pillow Preference: Some dogs may even consider items like remotes as makeshift pillows!

This phenomenon isn't limited to dogs; cats also enjoy sleeping near their owners' heads. It seems that pets of all kinds find solace in being close to their humans while they sleep. Do your pets also share this adorable habit?