I made a carpet covered ramp for Bridget to use to get on the couch or bed. If I want to hold her - I usually sit on the floor - because she IS a wiggle worm, and I have read the same types of horror stories. She sleeps in our bed and I wanted her to be able to get down to go potty if she needed! She is definately a jumper though and just Wednesday was diagnosed with grade 2 LP - so no more jumping for her! It's just my opinion, but if Rocco doesn't fuss about not being on the furniture - you're probably better off. But I guess it depends on the size of the puppy and the height of the furniture. I would think that a more "sturdy" puppy would be able to jump down better than a more delicate one. Bridget used to sleep in her own room at night with no problem. Her "daddy" decided he wanted her to sleep in our bed - now he and Bridget sleep like babies, and I don't sleep because I'm worried she'll fall off, jump down, or he'll roll over on her - but now she won't stay in her room. So 2 adults, 1 bed-hog Yorkie and 3 cats make for a pretty crowded bed! Not to mention the tongue up your nose at 4am!!! God I love her!!!! |