How Much Sleep Does a Puppy Need? Age-by-Age Sleep Chart for New Owners
★ Puppy Care · Sleep Guide How much sleep does a puppy really need? An age-by-age chart, the science behind all that napping, and how to tell whether your puppy is getting the rest their growing body needs. 18–20 hrs 8–10 week old puppies 12–14 hrs Young adult dogs 7–12 mo Sleep gradually decreases If you've recently brought home a new puppy, one thing probably surprised you more than anything else — they seem to sleep almost all the time. One minute they're running around the house chasing a toy, and the next they're curled up in the corner, completely asleep. Many new puppy owners worry that something might be wrong, especially when their puppy sleeps for most of the day. The good news is that this is completely normal. In fact, sleep is one of the most important parts of a puppy's healthy development. While your puppy is sleeping, the...