Does My Dog Sleep Too Much?

RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Amber (Guest Post) (07/25/2008) I have a 1 1/2 year old golden retriever that is sleeping like 20 hours a day. He doesn't wake up when I walk around. He wakes up only to eat and play for about half an hour, then he goes back to sleeping. We live in a hot humid area but we have lots of AC at home. Is there something wrong with him? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By amanda (Guest Post) (06/09/2008) I have two labs and they do NOT sleep a lot. Maybe it's a small dog thing or maybe it's an age thing - one is 7 months, one is a year, but they are always up and moving if we let them out of their crates. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By patti (Guest Post) (05/21/2008) K Just letting everyone know dogs on a normal will sleep about 12 hours other types of breeds can sleep normally up to 18 hours. Why here you go: dogs sleep like humans, there are still two types of sleep: rapid eye movement and slow wave sleep, but unlike us they wake up more frequently than we do. So, although it may seem like your dog is sleeping so many interruptions while the dog sleeps. Lastly watch how your dog sleeps why because if they sleep more then usual they may be ill, or pregnant and or on medications and need to be seen by the vet well if they are on medication that may cause drowsiness. Don't worry about taking to vet also leave the dog alone while they are sleeping. You may also note that when we sleep do you really think your dog is sleeping. They most likely will lay awake and listen and protect the house when we sleep. So it's okay if the dog sleeps up to 18 hours it also depends on the breed of dog. And yes smaller dogs will sleep a lot. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By NoahBoo (Guest Post) (03/26/2008) I have a seven year old shi-poo that has been sleeping since I first got him (seven years ago). He also follows me everywhere but if I shake his chain to go outside, his energy level boosts immediately. The vet says he is healthy and I just think he's bored. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Christina Karakoglou (Guest Post) (12/23/2007) Hey guys. i just got a new light brown maltipoo [2 pounds,7 weeks] and he sleeps a lot but when he is up he has a lot of energy and runs and plays for 2 hours and then sleeps for 3. Most of the reasons are because if you have a small dog, he's like a baby and they need to sleep and rest a lot. I think thats what it is. Iidk I'm going to my vet Wednesday. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By michelle fulton (Guest Post) (09/08/2007) i have an inmate trained German shepherd who also follows me around everywhere. It drives me crazy until I was told by a trainer that in each pack, a protector is assigned I now feel like I have my own body guard & that is sort of cool. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By nilda (Guest Post) (08/02/2007) I have a two year old shitzu. He sleeps most of the day. when he's not sleeping he is following around the house. The vet says he's healthy, but I think he still sleeps too much. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Guest (Guest Post) (07/27/2007) All of you, I'm no expert on dogs, but maybe this is why I feel I can shed a bit more light on this. Most of your dogs are.... BORED!!!! Unlike us, they don't need to work to pay bills, or hunt for food as they would in the wild, and having no responsibilities whatsoever, sleep is really an obvious option. Being a domestic dog is an easy life, but the tradeoff is that it's a boring one. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Kayla (Guest Post) (07/18/2007) I have a Pomeranian//Chiauaha Mix (sorry about the spelling) He is almost one. He used to be really active then he settled down but Now He just sleeps all the time. He walks around the house then lays down then repeats that all day. Is that normal or should I have Him checked? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By rileylover (Guest Post) (06/27/2007) My Yorkie is about 1 1/2 and he sleeps a lot. Usually while we are at work , he sleeps most of the day. He sleeps all through the night. We play with him and he plays hard then sleeps well. I am home for the summer *Im a teacher, and I notice that he still sleeps most of the day. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By (Guest Post) (04/26/2007) My 7 month old male Shih Tzu is always sleeping. If I had to guess I would say 20 hrs a day. Other than walks, which he loves, he is sleeping. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Don (Guest Post) (01/01/2007) We have recently got a shihtzu. She is about 3 and sleeps most of the time. Why? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post by imaqt1962 (839) | (12/05/2006) Profile | Blog! | Contact MY DOG SLEEPS ALL DAY AND MOST OF THE EVENING SHE TOO FOLLOWS ME FROM ROOM TO ROOM FINDS A COMFORTABLE SPOT AND INSTANTLY FALLS ASLEEP Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By (Guest Post) (12/05/2006) Sounds every dog I ever had. Unless it is a sudden change, I wouldnt' be worried, especially if the breed is not very active. She's probably just bored. Maybe boarding her in a doggie day care will help stimulate her. I give my dog those treat puzzles. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By (Guest Post) (08/16/2006) What is the name for the way dogs sleep? ie instant asleep, instant awakening. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post by camo_angels (665) | (05/11/2006) Profile | Contact The medication may make her drowsy (please check the side effects!) but if she eats well and is generally happy, she is probably fine. Shaklee Corporation makes great supplements that many people have given to their dogs to boost their immunity and general health...I give mine EPA (fish oil) for his skin, as he is part husky, and he has the energy of a puppy at 6 years old (and he sleeps whenever he can because it is just too hot for his coat!) You can check out www.shaklee.com to look at their ingredients, or email me at healthy_home101@hotmail.com Kelly Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Professional sleeper (Guest Post) (05/11/2006) Thought I slept too much but man my 3yr lab/rott can out sleep n e one... But is active when out for walks or the park. This page helped alot! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By irv.b (Guest Post) (09/23/2005) i just adopted a 2 year old corgi mix. she is active when i play with her but the minute she sees me sit down she goes to sleep my vet has taken a routine blood test and she says all is well except she has hookworms but she is being treated. can this be the cause of all her sleeping? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post by SabrinaMira (26) | (09/02/2005) Contact My dog does the exact same thing!! In fact she's sleeping on my bed (which is close to the computer) right now. I wouldn't worry too much, but if you feel something is very wrong or too different take her to the vet for advice. She could be pregnant, sick, or something more serious...I'm pretty sure she's okay, most dogs sleep about 13 hours a day!! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Ilse (Guest Post) (08/21/2005) Hi, I need reassurance that I am not being cruel leaving my dog alone all day when I work. I just moved into an apartment from a house with a yard and family members in and out different times of the day, so it's quite the adjustment for him (I'm growing grass on the balcony!) and me. Right now I'm off (teacher) and I find he snoozes a lot but the minute I leave the room he follows me. It seems like he's checking to make sure I'm not leaving. He whines if I start putting on make-up because then he knows. So, am I being cruel leaving my little guy alone in the apartment for such long stretches when I'm back at work? And what if I come home from work but have evening plans? I feel so guilty when he looks at me . . . Can anyone relate? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By (Guest Post) (08/12/2005) I have a 5 year old German Shepard /Chow mix and he sleeps all day long. He loves to go on walks which is 3-4 short walks a day but right when we come back in...he's dozing off...Since he is not fully housetrained I babygate him up for 9 hours while i'm at work. In that confined area, he doesn't even play with toys (kong), he just lays there sleeping or laying down. Is he really bored and that's why he is sleeping so much? or is that much sleep normal for his age? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Mary (Guest Post) (07/07/2005) No, she doesn't. I have two Yorkies, one a little over 2 years, the other, not quite 5 months. It's just like someone else said, when they play, they play hard,,,,,,,,,but just like now, I'm on the computer, so they are both sleeping. When I get out of this chair, they will follow me around.........I was also told dogs just naturally sleep if they are bored, or have nothing else to do. I wish I could fall asleep that easily. Don't worry....It's a dogs blessing, not a curse Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post by texasteacher (25) | (06/30/2005) Contact OH yeah we def have AC. I let her out early morning for about an hour then keep her in most of the day with occasional quick potty breaks. I am not going to jump the gun on this one yet..she still is playing and being crazy like she always is. But I am for sure going to keep my eye on her. She is some what short haired..but sheds like crazy..I could make a coat from all that fur! :-) Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Pam (Guest Post) (06/30/2005) I have owned several dogs, and they have all behaved this way. When they play, they can play hard and act like puppies. But they have all followed me thoughout the day, sleeping at my feet. In fact, they wake up very easily, and then seem to fall back asleep just as quick. But I've always just viewed this as normal behavior. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Lisa (Guest Post) (06/29/2005) This sounds exactly like our dog. We have a retriever mix..90ish pds and she's almost 5. She has always been that way. She plays hard when she plays, but loves to be 'up under our feet'. She follows me everywhere...kitchen, bathroom, bedroom etc. and then once I stop..there she is lying down asleep. She's sleeping at my feet as I type this, literally on my foot! I am not a veterinarian, but if it is of concern to you..I wouldn't hesitate to have a vet check the dog out. If I was you, I would err on the side of caution. Probably nothing, but then you would be sure. Let us know what you find out. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Vicki (Guest Post) (06/29/2005) Considering her age I would have the profile blood test done. You keep her inside but do you have AC? Also is she a long haired dog? I have a long haired dog who's hair is extremely thick & she's completely a slug during the summer even though I have central air. To give some perspective she falls asleep on ice outdoors in the winter (MI). Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post by texasteacher (25) | (06/29/2005) Contact No she has been spayed. She is about 2 1/2. Where I live it is extremely hot and humid and we always keep her inside...it literally is the dog days of summer. She does have energy though for some part of the day. I also am not usually home during the day to notice her sleeping habits since I teach. But being home this summer I noticed it. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post By Vicki (Guest Post) (06/28/2005) How old is she? It's normal for senior dogs to sleep a lot. If she is a young dog I would get a profile blood test done because it wouldn't be normal. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Does My Dog Sleep Too Much? Post by sandraubu (1) | (06/28/2005) Contact She's not by any chance pregnant.I am a breeder and all of the dogs I own do that if their pregnant.Towards their due date they become very possesive of me. Report Spam or Abuse