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\"\"<\/a>It\u2019s no secret that dogs love to snooze. Just like us, our pets can become grumpy and agitated if they don\u2019t get enough sleep. On average, our pawed friends can sleep for around an impressive fourteen hours a day, although this dozing is broken down into lots of short naps.<\/p>\n

The amount of nap time can vary according to age and breed, and can even come down to factors like your pet\u2019s personality. Larger breeds, such as\u00a0Newfoundlands and Saint Bernards, can sometimes rest for up to an astonishing\u00a0eighteen\u00a0hours a day.<\/p>\n

Though nobody knows why dogs require so much sleep, there\u2019s some sound advice on the curious sleeping habits of your pet in this\u00a0dog sleep behaviour post<\/a>.\u00a0In the majority of cases, dogs quickly settle in to a healthy sleeping pattern after moving to a new home. But some puppies and older dogs require a little more work and training. The constant whining of a needy pup is enough to drive anyone crazy, particularly if it\u2019s affecting your own shut eye.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re keen to find out\u00a0how to get your dog to sleep<\/a>, there\u2019s plenty of advice available online. The first step is to identify the problem. Sometimes rescue dogs can find the transition to a new home traumatic, particularly if they\u2019ve been abandoned or abused in their past. If you suspect the problem is physiological rather than psychological, it may be a good idea to chat the problem through with your vet for\u00a0advice.<\/p>\n

For some puppies, small changes can help ensure a good night\u2019s rest. Firstly, make sure\u00a0you have a warm bean bag and a blanket for your dog bed<\/a>, as well as a clock that makes a reassuring, rhythmic ticking sound. Products like a\u00a0puppy sleeping aid<\/a>\u00a0are meant to remind your puppy of their mother\u2019s heartbeat, and will therefore help them calm down for rest when placed under their sleeping cushion.<\/p>\n

Alternatively, if your dog is sleeping in a kennel or crate rather than a dog bed<\/a>, make sure they are used to this environment before encouraging them to sleep there. Even minor changes to a daily routine can be unsettling for your pet, so it\u2019s important that they\u2019re comfortable in their surroundings.<\/p>\n

Some dogs won\u2019t sleep unless they get enough exercise. It\u2019s vital that your canine friend gets two walks on a daily basis, though the distance really depends on the breed. Just like us, if your dog\u2019s exhausted after a long country ramble, they\u2019ll be out like a light.<\/p>\n

A comfortable\u00a0dog bed<\/a>\u00a0is another\u00a0essential for a peaceful night\u2019s sleep. Pets Pyjamas have some great options available, as well as a selection of colourful and cosy\u00a0blankets for dog beds<\/a>.<\/a>\u00a0These will ensure your pooch stays snuggled up all night long. What\u2019s more, dog blankets can help contain dog hair to the bed, leaving you with one fewer household chore.<\/p>\n

Some dogs prefer not to sleep in their\u00a0dog bed<\/a>, no matter how comfortable you make it. Another favourite place to curl up is often the pet owner\u2019s bed, just watch out you don\u2019t find yourself pushed out of bed by your own pooch!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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