Animal Talk

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health

D

id you know that the number of

hours your dog sleeps is linked to

his breed? On average, most dogs

sleep between 12 and 14 hours per day, but

breed activity levels also play a role in sleep

requirements. Active breeds may sleep

less, with smaller breeds and larger breeds

enjoying extra sleep hours.

In humans, sleep hygiene is important for

rejuvenating the body and is essential for

growth, healing and good mental health. If

you aren’t getting enough sleep, your memory

and productivity can be greatly affected

the following day. For dogs, sleep is also

important for physical health, growth and

emotional wellbeing.

Sleep hours

In addition to breed, other factors will influence

how many hours your dog sleeps per day.

Age

Just like human babies, tiny puppies sleep

around 20 to 22 hours per day. As he grows,

his sleep needs change and he’ll settle into a

Sweet dreams

How important is sleep for your dog and what should you consider when choosing a bed?

Text: Gina Hartoog | Photography: Dora Zett, RomeoLu, Tr3gin

A dog needs a

comfortable bed

where he can have

a peaceful rest.

Dogs sleep on average

between 12 and 14

hours a day

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