Does anyone else’s dog have an absurdly early alarm clock… for YOU?

I used to enjoy a nice, peaceful sleep until at least 6:30 AM, sometimes even pushing it to 7 AM on a good day. But lately? Nope. My dog has decided that 5 AM—sometimes even earlier—is the perfect time to start the day.

I don’t know what changed. Is it the weather? A new moon cycle? Some secret dog conspiracy? All I know is I’m exhausted, and my dog? He’s THRIVING.

Is this just my new reality? Do I accept my fate as a 5 AM riser? Or has anyone successfully convinced their dog to hit the snooze button? Please tell me I’m not alone in this!