How many hours a day do dogs sleep?

The average amount of sleep for adult dogs is 12–14 hours per day, although it really depends on a number of factors, such as breed and age. Right now, my chihuahua, Angel, is lying at my feet snoozing away. Later, she'll wake up, eat, go outside for a bit and play — and then it will be nap time again. read more

The average amount of sleep for adult dogs is 12–14 hours per day, although it really depends on a number of factors, such as breed and age. March 17, 2016 May 1, 2018 Gayle Hickman Adult dogs sleep 12–14 hours a day, while puppies often sleep more than that. read more

Age, size, health conditions, character, breed, time of day and time of year, activity levels, dietary changes, environment and more will all impact how many hours a day do dogs sleep, and why so. Older dogs will sleep more, as they tend to tire out easily with the medical conditions that come with old age, like arthritis and diabetes (Takeuchi et al. 2002). read more

The average dog sleeps for about 12 to 14 hours per 24-hour cycle. That’s just the beginning, though. Puppies, who expend a lot of energy exploring and learning may need as much as 18 to 20 hours. Older dogs also tend to need more rest, as do certain breeds. read more