The big dogs aren't allowed on my bed because that's the kitty's safe haven. They aren't allowed on the couch because my husband is a big meany. But, we have OUR couch in the garage I go out there and lay with them or I cuddle on the floor on their beds with them. Everyonce in a while when Mike is gone or in a really really good mood, they'll sleep in our bed with us. He thinks it's to cramped with 3 dogs and 2 cats but I love it!