Could Bernie suffocate?

This may seem silly but...I keep a lightweight throw on the sofa. Bernie's gotten in the habit of pulling the throw on top of him when he naps - sometimes even covering his head. In the winter, I usually put a heavier throw on the couch. Should I be worried about him suffocating if he covers his head with it This is my first pup ever so I'm not sure if this normal behavior or not.

My Abby prefers to sleep under the covers. She burrows way down to the end of the bed. Hasn't suffocated yet although I'm at a loss as to how she lasts all night way under there!

It's highly unlikely, if you are there, because you would see him wriggling to get free, but leaving a small dog alone with covering which could tangle would be a different matter.

I doubt you'd have to worry about suffocation, though with a small puppy, I'd watch out for a very heavy throw. More specifically with pup or adult, always have someone check for where he is before sitting down! It is frighteningly easy to sit on and seriously injure a puppy in particular. Might be best to have a rule that the throw stays folded up unless someone is sitting there with him?

On the other hand you have discovered a cavalier 'right' -- to be under the covers. :lol:

Thanks all! My mind was telling me this, but sometimes you can't help but worry!!