Adult Dogs Sleep Longer at Night Than Puppies Do — Usually Between 60% and 80% of the Hours Between 8 P. M. and 8 A. M. Depending on Their Surroundings and...
Adult dogs sleep longer at night than puppies do — usually between 60% and 80% of the hours between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. depending on their surroundings and their owner's schedule. However, daytime naps are still important for adult dogs, who may sleep for up to 37% of the day3.
Should dogs have a bedtime?
When it comes to our pets, bedtimes are just as important. Establishing a nightly schedule will help keep your dog happy and healthy (with some added benefits for you, too!).
After all, puppies thrive off routine, and it helps them to learn good behavior and tricks. But in all honesty, there's no 'right time' for a puppy to go to sleep, as long as it's the same every night.
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