[header] How to keep a dog off the couch [title] Buy a comfortable pet bed for your dog. [step] Pay attention to how your dog likes to sleep and then buy a bed that supports its sleeping style. For example, if your dog usually curls up into a ball on the couch, buy a donut or bolster bed. 
If your dog likes to spread out on the couch, purchase a soft, cushion bed. [substeps] Make sure that the bed is the right size for your dog.