[Gus Gus]

I’m new to dog ownership and wonder how much sleep is normal for a dog during the day. I’m assuming napping varies by age, but what should I expect?

[Kimberly Alt]

On average, dogs sleep about 12-14 hours per day.

[Emma Braby]

Hi Gus Gus,
It’s normal for dogs to spend as much as half of their day asleep, around 30% relaxing and 20% being active. Older dogs sleep more because they tire out more quickly, puppies tend to have lots of naps, and larger breeds spend more time dozing. However, like us, all dogs are different. If you’re worried your dog sleeps too much or their sleeping habits drastically change, you should speak to your vet.

[BullyBabe]

My senior dog sleeps about 18 hours a day. She’s 13 and gets up to eat, go for a short walk, and go to the bathroom. But at this point, she spends most of the day asleep.

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