Do You Sleep With Your Dog? (Why We Can’t Imagine It Any Other Way)

If you live here in the Flathead Valley, chances are your dog isn't just a pet—they’re your shotgun rider on dusty trails, your co-pilot through Montana winters, and, let’s be honest, the ultimate bed hog.

So, do you let your dog sleep in the bed with you?

If your answer is a resounding "absolutely," you are in great company. Studies actually show that over 50% of pet parents share their bed with their four-legged family members. And science backs up what we already know in our hearts: sleeping next to your dog actually helps you fall asleep faster, lowers anxiety, and gives you a deeper, more comforting night's rest. There is just something about that steady breathing, warm fur, and unconditional love that settles the soul after a long day.

They truly are family in every sense of the word. They curl up in our blankets, steal our pillows, and fill our homes with a kind of comfort that nothing else can match.

That deep, unbreakable bond is the exact reason I sit down at my bench at Over the Rainbow Memorials every single day.

Whether your sweet companion is right now snoring at the foot of your bed or watching over you from across the rainbow bridge, that connection deserves to be celebrated. I handcraft unique, custom glass and sterling silver jewelry designed to keep that love close to your heart—wherever you go.

Every piece I create can be custom-infused with:

• Fur or hair from your living best friend (a sweet celebration of life you can wear every day!)

• Cremation ashes to honor a beloved pet’s memory

• Dried flowers or beach sand from your favorite Montana adventures together

Living here in Kalispell, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, and all across Bigfork and the Flathead, we love our animals fiercely. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind keepsake or a deeply meaningful holiday gift for a fellow dog lover, I’d love to help you tell your story.