{"id":15704,"date":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","slug":"why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my dog always have to sleep touching me?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_always_have_to_sleep_touching_me\" title=\"Why does my dog always have to sleep touching me?\">Why does my dog always have to sleep touching me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Should_I_touch_my_dog_when_he_is_sleeping\" title=\"Should I touch my dog when he is sleeping?\">Should I touch my dog when he is sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_cuddle_me_when_we_sleep\" title=\"Why does my dog cuddle me when we sleep?\">Why does my dog cuddle me when we sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_always_have_to_touch_me_when_sleeping\" title=\"Why does my dog always have to touch me when sleeping?\">Why does my dog always have to touch me when sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_sleep_so_close_to_me\" title=\"Why does my dog sleep so close to me?\">Why does my dog sleep so close to me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Can_I_pet_my_dog_while_sleeping\" title=\"Can I pet my dog while sleeping?\">Can I pet my dog while sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Do_dogs_like_being_rubbed_while_sleeping\" title=\"Do dogs like being rubbed while sleeping?\">Do dogs like being rubbed while sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Do_dogs_like_being_stroked_when_they_are_sleeping\" title=\"Do dogs like being stroked when they are sleeping?\">Do dogs like being stroked when they are sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_do_dogs_need_to_touch_you_when_they_sleep\" title=\"Why do dogs need to touch you when they sleep?\">Why do dogs need to touch you when they sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_cuddles_with_you_at_night\" title=\"What does it mean when your dog cuddles with you at night?\">What does it mean when your dog cuddles with you at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_do_dogs_like_sleeping_in_the_bed_with_their_owners\" title=\"Why do dogs like sleeping in the bed with their owners?\">Why do dogs like sleeping in the bed with their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_like_to_touch_me_when_she_sleeps\" title=\"Why does my dog like to touch me when she sleeps?\">Why does my dog like to touch me when she sleeps?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_snuggle_so_close_at_night\" title=\"Why does my dog snuggle so close at night?\">Why does my dog snuggle so close at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_have_to_be_touching_me_when_he_sleeps\" title=\"Why does my dog have to be touching me when he sleeps?\">Why does my dog have to be touching me when he sleeps?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Should_I_pet_my_dog_while_sleeping\" title=\"Should I pet my dog while sleeping?\">Should I pet my dog while sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Do_dogs_like_being_touched_while_sleeping\" title=\"Do dogs like being touched while sleeping?\">Do dogs like being touched while sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Do_dogs_like_to_be_cuddled_while_sleeping\" title=\"Do dogs like to be cuddled while sleeping?\">Do dogs like to be cuddled while sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Where_can_I_pet_my_dog_when_sleeping\" title=\"Where can I pet my dog when sleeping?\">Where can I pet my dog when sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Do_dogs_like_being_petted_when_they_are_sleeping\" title=\"Do dogs like being petted when they are sleeping?\">Do dogs like being petted when they are sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Should_you_touch_a_sleeping_dog\" title=\"Should you touch a sleeping dog?\">Should you touch a sleeping dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_does_my_dog_need_to_touch_me_when_sleeping\" title=\"Why does my dog need to touch me when sleeping?\">Why does my dog need to touch me when sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Do_dogs_like_when_you_pet_them_sleep\" title=\"Do dogs like when you pet them sleep?\">Do dogs like when you pet them sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Where_do_dogs_like_to_be_pet_when_sleeping\" title=\"Where do dogs like to be pet when sleeping?\">Where do dogs like to be pet when sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_do_my_dogs_have_to_touch_me_when_they_sleep\" title=\"Why do my dogs have to touch me when they sleep?\">Why do my dogs have to touch me when they sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-always-have-to-sleep-touching-me\/#Why_do_dogs_cuddle_with_you_when_youre_sleeping\" title=\"Why do dogs cuddle with you when you&#8217;re sleeping?\">Why do dogs cuddle with you when you&#8217;re sleeping?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_always_have_to_sleep_touching_me\"><\/span>Why does my dog always have to sleep touching me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This position usually means <b>your dog is extremely comfortable with you and feels safe with your body warmth. It also allows the dog to hide any potential threat areas that could be exposed if they were not cuddled up with you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_touch_my_dog_when_he_is_sleeping\"><\/span>Should I touch my dog when he is sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Should you pet a sleeping dog? Petting dogs when they are sleeping can disrupt their sleep. As a general rule, <b>it&#8217;s a good idea to avoid touching a sleeping dog unless the dog is whimpering or shaking. In that instance, a gentle pat can help soothe the dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_cuddle_me_when_we_sleep\"><\/span>Why does my dog cuddle me when we sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs are naturally pack animals and they love to sleep with their pack. In the wild, the more tightly they sleep, the better, because <b>snuggling together offers warmth and protection. If your dog considers you the leader of the pack, he will likely want to sleep close to you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_always_have_to_touch_me_when_sleeping\"><\/span>Why does my dog always have to touch me when sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main explanation of this is <b>likely protection. Sleeping at your feet provides the dog with a defense strategy or to sense danger easily. When we hug or cuddle our pets while sleeping, it provides them with limited ability to defend themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_sleep_so_close_to_me\"><\/span>Why does my dog sleep so close to me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It&#8217;s a sign of affection, closeness, and connection, and your &#8216;furkid&#8217; is saying that it feels safe to be with you. It&#8217;s a continuation of the bonding process that began when you and your dog first met each other. Your dog is reassured by your presence and it needs constant confirmation that you are there for him.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_pet_my_dog_while_sleeping\"><\/span>Can I pet my dog while sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Should you pet a sleeping dog? Petting dogs when they are sleeping can disrupt their sleep. As a general rule, <b>it&#8217;s a good idea to avoid touching a sleeping dog unless the dog is whimpering or shaking. In that instance, a gentle pat can help soothe the dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_being_rubbed_while_sleeping\"><\/span>Do dogs like being rubbed while sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your dog <b>likes to be stroked because it feels good, it is a form of bonding and it tells him you are his. Your dog likes to be stroked on his shoulders, chest and back of the neck, and he likes when you use slow firm hands in the direction of his fur. You can stroke your dog to bond and to reinforce desired behaviors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_being_stroked_when_they_are_sleeping\"><\/span>Do dogs like being stroked when they are sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like humans, <b>most animals do not like being disturbed while they are sleeping. Even animals have a defensive mode and sleep is the most vulnerable time for animals and humans. Unless they are years into a comfort zone with you, it may startle them to be touched when they are most vulnerable.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_need_to_touch_you_when_they_sleep\"><\/span>Why do dogs need to touch you when they sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main explanation of this is likely protection. <b>Sleeping at your feet provides the dog with a defense strategy or to sense danger easily. When we hug or cuddle our pets while sleeping, it provides them with limited ability to defend themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_cuddles_with_you_at_night\"><\/span>What does it mean when your dog cuddles with you at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs cuddle <b>to get warmth, bond with their family members or pack, and because it releases chemicals and hormones that make them feel good, Bernal says. When dogs cuddle with us, their brains release the feel-good hormone oxytocin, which reinforces their desire and enjoyment of touch and bonding, she adds.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_like_sleeping_in_the_bed_with_their_owners\"><\/span>Why do dogs like sleeping in the bed with their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It&#8217;s when they feel most secure and comfortable. No wonder they try to replicate that feeling of warmth and coziness with you even after they grow up! Your dog wanting to sleep next to you is also a sign of affection and closeness. It means they like your company and consider you a member of the pack.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_like_to_touch_me_when_she_sleeps\"><\/span>Why does my dog like to touch me when she sleeps?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main explanation of this is <b>likely protection. Sleeping at your feet provides the dog with a defense strategy or to sense danger easily. When we hug or cuddle our pets while sleeping, it provides them with limited ability to defend themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_snuggle_so_close_at_night\"><\/span>Why does my dog snuggle so close at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs are naturally pack animals and they love to sleep with their pack. In the wild, the more tightly they sleep, the better, because snuggling together offers warmth and protection. If your dog considers you the leader of the pack, he will likely want to sleep close to you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_have_to_be_touching_me_when_he_sleeps\"><\/span>Why does my dog have to be touching me when he sleeps?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main explanation of this is <b>likely protection. Sleeping at your feet provides the dog with a defense strategy or to sense danger easily. When we hug or cuddle our pets while sleeping, it provides them with limited ability to defend themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_pet_my_dog_while_sleeping\"><\/span>Should I pet my dog while sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Should you pet a sleeping dog? Petting dogs when they are sleeping can disrupt their sleep. As a general rule, <b>it&#8217;s a good idea to avoid touching a sleeping dog unless the dog is whimpering or shaking. In that instance, a gentle pat can help soothe the dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_being_touched_while_sleeping\"><\/span>Do dogs like being touched while sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Well, <b>that is entirely a personal preference. Since there is not usually any underlying health issues that would cause your pup to be so snuggly, letting him or her sleep against you shouldn&#8217;t be a cause for concern. Some breeds are naturally more cuddly than others, it is just part of their DNA.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_to_be_cuddled_while_sleeping\"><\/span>Do dogs like to be cuddled while sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs tend to love cuddling in their owner&#8217;s beds. They enjoy the comfort of sleeping by their masters, but dogs tend to carry many types of critters and bacteria that you probably don&#8217;t want in your cozy sheets. Also, there are certain types of cuddling that dogs do not appreciate, such as giving them bear-type hugs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_pet_my_dog_when_sleeping\"><\/span>Where can I pet my dog when sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog gets into trouble at night it might be best to keep him <b>in the bedroom or crate. Most dogs prefer to lie next to you and they would also sleep there, if they could choose.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_being_petted_when_they_are_sleeping\"><\/span>Do dogs like being petted when they are sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Dogs Like Being Pet While Sleeping? While some dogs may not appear unhappy to be pet while they&#8217;re sleeping, dogs are just like humans when it comes to having their sleep interrupted. In other words, <b>they typically don&#8217;t like it<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_touch_a_sleeping_dog\"><\/span>Should you touch a sleeping dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you do decide to wake up your dog from a nightmare, <b>don&#8217;t touch or shake her. Consider gently rousing her by softly speaking her name. Don&#8217;t touch a dog to rouse her from night terrors. You could end up bitten.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_need_to_touch_me_when_sleeping\"><\/span>Why does my dog need to touch me when sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main explanation of this is <b>likely protection. Sleeping at your feet provides the dog with a defense strategy or to sense danger easily. When we hug or cuddle our pets while sleeping, it provides them with limited ability to defend themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_when_you_pet_them_sleep\"><\/span>Do dogs like when you pet them sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Maximizes Comfort The level of comfort a dog brings to the bed helps put you at ease and makes you feel cozy. <b>That furry, cuddly animal is likely to love lying with you just as much as you enjoy laying with them. This adds to that snuggly atmosphere that most dog owners find so comforting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_do_dogs_like_to_be_pet_when_sleeping\"><\/span>Where do dogs like to be pet when sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs tend to love cuddling in their owner&#8217;s beds. They enjoy the comfort of sleeping by their masters, but dogs tend to carry many types of critters and bacteria that you probably don&#8217;t want in your cozy sheets. Also, there are certain types of cuddling that dogs do not appreciate, such as giving them bear-type hugs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_my_dogs_have_to_touch_me_when_they_sleep\"><\/span>Why do my dogs have to touch me when they sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main explanation of this is <b>likely protection. Sleeping at your feet provides the dog with a defense strategy or to sense danger easily. When we hug or cuddle our pets while sleeping, it provides them with limited ability to defend themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_cuddle_with_you_when_youre_sleeping\"><\/span>Why do dogs cuddle with you when you&#8217;re sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs are naturally pack animals and they love to sleep with their pack. In the wild, the more tightly they sleep, the better, because snuggling together <b>offers warmth and protection. If your dog considers you the leader of the pack, he will likely want to sleep close to you.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why does my dog always have to sleep touching me?Should I touch my dog when he is sleeping?Why does my dog cuddle me when we sleep?Why does my dog always have to touch me when sleeping?Why does my dog sleep so close to me?Can I pet my dog while sleeping?Do dogs like&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15704"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15704"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15704\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15704"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15704"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15704"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}