Dogs sleep under beds when anxious. Loud noises, strangers, or changes in routine can cause anxiety. Try calming aids.
Anxiety
Older dogs sleep under beds more as joints hurt. Provide dog beds under beds for comfort and warmth.
Age
Check for pain if new under-bed behavior. Dogs hide when in pain. See a vet to diagnose and treat condition.
Pain
Dogs view under bed as a safe, enclosed space. Make sure dog has other spots to feel secure.
Feeling Secure
Dogs sleep under beds out of boredom. Make sure dog gets daily exercise and playtime.
Boredom
Thunderstorms, fireworks, other loud noises can scare dogs under beds. Use white noise machine to drown out.
Fear
Dogs with separation anxiety may hide when left alone. Try calming treats and toys when gone.
Anxiety