Sleeping positions... Level: Expert

[J and Riley (and Luna)]

Dogs are experts at sleeping in a variety of different positions... Luna has matured out of puppyhood and has mastered the ability to sleep in almost any position!

I decided it would be fun to name some of the most common sleeping positions (Instead of doing household chores I told myself I'd do this morning!)  

Anyone have more pictures or suggestions for other positions? :)

The Lookout

Sleeping on a raised surface (couch or bed) with the head hanging off the end for maximum visibility.

The Tripping Hazard

In the middle of the stairs (for similar reasons to the Lookout) with paws draped all over, making going up or down the stairs a dangerous proposition.

The Foxball

For maximum comfort, paws are tucked up so they can be used as pillows while the tail warms the nose

The Forced Cuddle

After a human is comfortably situated, dog inserts itself in an awkward place and immediately looks extremely comfortable while the human's comfort is compromised.

The Sleeping Buddy

A toy or other favorite object (or sibling) is tucked under the paw or chin to alleviate loneliness.

The Wedge

Head wedged under, inside or on top of something that looks really awkward.

The Giant Pancake

Flat as a pancake, stretched out to take up as much room as possible.

and of course....

The Doodle Pose

All four paws in the air, head either hanging off something or completely upside down.

[Joyce (Casey & Cody's mom)]

Love this post. The pictures look like someone has slipped into my house to take pictures of my critters!!!  Cody especially likes the Doodle Pose, while Casey is more of a Froggie or pancake position!