I don't know what it is about dogs and recliners, but that chair is the canine's favorite perch in this house as well. We have dog beds in practically every room and even have special rugs on the leather couch so they can be up there, but I think it is because the recliner is the chair that I use they figure that it must be the best spot. Hannah and I and even Tucker can usually be all up there at once, but since both of us girls are adding inches, it is getting a little tight at times.