The upper floor should be in the southwest part of the house . Next in importance is southeast , and northwest . As far as possible there should not be any construction on northeast .

         
          The head – karta – of the family should have his bedroom in southwest of the upper floor . 
                                  Sleeping Posture

      
          The head should be in the south and the feet toward north . Sometimes for the elderly and children head in the east is permissible .

          
          The basic aim of vastushastra is to bring harmony with nature . And , therefore , every person or things should be in its natural form . Dumb animals should not be treated in a manner harmful to them , and we should not make them unhappy for our benefit or amusement . 

         
          Dogs , cows , cats , horses , rabbits tied in their stalls , or parrots , peacocks , geese , lovebirds , in their cages , is against the laws of nature . Therefore it is against the principles of vastushastra to keep animals in such a state . Animals are unhygienic and can pollute the atmosphere and thus harmful for health .Dog is a loyal guard and therefore considerable . 

      
          Cats must not be kept in the house . 

   
          Horse , cow , buffalo , bull are useful animals and it is necessary to keep them in their natural state . Care should be taken to ensure that there is enough light and fresh air in the place where animals are kept . 

     
          The most preferred direction is Northwest of house .

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