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For This ‘Professional Napper,’ The Key Is Being Swaddled In A Snuggly Blanket

By: Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com, and has a background as a veterinary technician. She rescued a beautiful former bait dog named Rory.Read more
| November 20, 2024

Dash, an incredibly handsome Doberman, is all about comfort and indulgence. His top priority in life? Absolute coziness. For this professional napper, the key to a good rest is being tightly swaddled in one of his favorite blankets—and he refuses to settle for less. Dash takes his relaxation so seriously that his loving mom, Leila Adams, has fully embraced his unique demands. “Dash is truly just a giant baby. I think he loves the blankets because he loves to be comfy. That’s really what it comes down to,” Leila shared with The Dodo.

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“If he’s not being cuddled or shown affection, I think being swaddled in a blanket is the next best thing for him.” Seeing Dash nestled snugly in his blankets, with just his adorable face peeking out, brings Leila endless joy. “It melts my heart,” she said. “Mainly because he looks so at peace and relaxed, but also because it makes me happy to know that we can provide these small luxuries to our dogs and really give them the best life we can.”

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Dash’s love for cozy moments inspired Leila to share his sweet habits on social media, showcasing him as the ultimate couch potato, blanket burrito, and overall master of relaxation. But her posts have a deeper purpose: challenging the stereotypes surrounding Dobermans. “There are a lot of misconceptions about them being inherently dangerous, which just aren’t true,” Leila explained. “We shouldn’t judge a dog based on the breed, but rather by the way the dog actually behaves.”

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Dobermans, like Pitbulls, are often unfairly labeled as aggressive due to their history as police and military dogs. However, as Dash proves, a dog’s behavior is shaped by the care and love they receive. Dash is the furthest thing from aggressive—he’s a sweet, sleepy boy who adores his family and spreads love wherever he goes.

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“There’s really something so fulfilling and indescribable about the unconditional love that dogs give,” Leila said. “Dash has impacted everyone in our household and has changed all our lives for the better.” For Dash, life is simple: a blanket, a cuddle, and a lot of love.

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