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Experts have warned against letting your pet sleep on your bed this April - it could be making you ill

Spring is officially here, and with that comes easter eggs, better weather but also allergies which are at an all time high. It could be hayfever or dust from spring cleaning, or perhaps your allergies could come from your furry friend’s coat.

During Spring, your pets will begin to shed excessive amounts of their heavier winter coat switching over to their more lightweight coat, which can cause problems. The bed experts at Happy Beds are urging pet owners to avoid sharing a bed with their pets during April, as their hair shedding can cause respiratory problems.

Pets shedding their winter coats can last for around 3-4 weeks as well as posing several health risks for their humans. This is due to loose fur potentially harbouring bugs and germs that can be passed onto you as you sleep.

Experts at Happy Beds say: “It’s commonly misconstrued that fur is the main cause of these risks, b

Experts warning over sharing bed with pets in April - how cuddling up with furry friends could make you ill