{"id":16618,"date":"2022-03-25T10:59:26","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:59:27","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:27","slug":"how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/","title":{"rendered":"How much should a bulldog puppy sleep?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#How_much_should_a_bulldog_puppy_sleep\" title=\"How much should a bulldog puppy sleep?\">How much should a bulldog puppy sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Where_should_English_bulldog_puppies_sleep\" title=\"Where should English bulldog puppies sleep?\">Where should English bulldog puppies sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Is_my_bulldog_puppy_sleeping_too_much\" title=\"Is my bulldog puppy sleeping too much?\">Is my bulldog puppy sleeping too much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Why_is_my_English_bulldog_puppy_sleeping_so_much\" title=\"Why is my English bulldog puppy sleeping so much?\">Why is my English bulldog puppy sleeping so much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Do_Bulldogs_need_a_blanket\" title=\"Do Bulldogs need a blanket?\">Do Bulldogs need a blanket?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Is_it_safe_for_Bulldogs_to_sleep_on_their_back\" title=\"Is it safe for Bulldogs to sleep on their back?\">Is it safe for Bulldogs to sleep on their back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Can_English_bulldogs_sleep_outside\" title=\"Can English bulldogs sleep outside?\">Can English bulldogs sleep outside?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Why_is_my_bulldog_puppy_sleeping_so_much\" title=\"Why is my bulldog puppy sleeping so much?\">Why is my bulldog puppy sleeping so much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#When_should_I_worry_about_my_puppy_sleeping_too_much\" title=\"When should I worry about my puppy sleeping too much?\">When should I worry about my puppy sleeping too much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Should_I_be_worried_if_my_puppy_sleeps_all_day\" title=\"Should I be worried if my puppy sleeps all day?\">Should I be worried if my puppy sleeps all day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-should-a-bulldog-puppy-sleep\/#Is_my_8_week_old_puppy_sleeping_too_much\" title=\"Is my 8 week old puppy sleeping too much?\">Is my 8 week old puppy sleeping too much?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_should_a_bulldog_puppy_sleep\"><\/span>How much should a bulldog puppy sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How Much Sleep is Normal? The average dog sleeps for 12 to 14 hours a day. Puppies need <b>18 to 20 hours a day since they wear themselves out running and playing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_should_English_bulldog_puppies_sleep\"><\/span>Where should English bulldog puppies sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dog Bed\/Crate<\/b> Have a comfortable bed, or a crate with a blanket ready for your bulldog puppy; place an old blanket inside the crate so it will have something soft and warm to snuggle up against, to make it feel comfortable and secure right away.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_bulldog_puppy_sleeping_too_much\"><\/span>Is my bulldog puppy sleeping too much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), <b>a puppy who is very active when they are awake may need as much as 18 to 20 hours of sleep every day. However, less active dogs will generally only sleep for 14 hours or so each day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_English_bulldog_puppy_sleeping_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my English bulldog puppy sleeping so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), <b>a puppy who is very active when they are awake may need as much as 18 to 20 hours of sleep every day. However, less active dogs will generally only sleep for 14 hours or so each day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Bulldogs_need_a_blanket\"><\/span>Do Bulldogs need a blanket?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>English Bulldogs don&#8217;t need to have a blanket because they&#8217;re not very active. Their coats can be somewhat thick, so it&#8217;s usually best for pet owners to keep them indoors during the winter.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_for_Bulldogs_to_sleep_on_their_back\"><\/span>Is it safe for Bulldogs to sleep on their back?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How Much Sleep is Normal? The average dog sleeps for 12 to 14 hours a day. Puppies need <b>18 to 20 hours a day since they wear themselves out running and playing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_English_bulldogs_sleep_outside\"><\/span>Can English bulldogs sleep outside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Safe and Secure <b>Sleeping on their back is a very vulnerable position and shows trust\/comfort in their surroundings, says Dr. McDermott. When dogs are lying on their backs, they don&#8217;t have a care in the world and are completely relaxed. Obviously, your pup feels right at home.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_bulldog_puppy_sleeping_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my bulldog puppy sleeping so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many diseases and age-related problems can come with a change in sleeping patterns. 1 <b>Stress and separation anxiety can also manifest in extra daytime snoozing. In most cases, a dog that sleeps for 12 or more hours per day is no cause for concern. That&#8217;s just normal!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_worry_about_my_puppy_sleeping_too_much\"><\/span>When should I worry about my puppy sleeping too much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Signs your puppy is sleeping too much If they&#8217;re bouncy, bright and playful during their waking hours, they are most likely fine. However, <b>if they are lethargic or disengaged during their waking hours, it may be time to seek advice from your vet. If you need to monitor your puppy&#8217;s activity and sleep, PitPat can help.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_worried_if_my_puppy_sleeps_all_day\"><\/span>Should I be worried if my puppy sleeps all day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your puppy may nap every hour or so, sleeping from 30 minutes to as long as two hours. <b>All of this sleep is perfectly normal. Recognize overtired behavior. No matter how much fun you&#8217;re having, don&#8217;t let him get overtired.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_8_week_old_puppy_sleeping_too_much\"><\/span>Is my 8 week old puppy sleeping too much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Tip. <b>Expect your puppy to sleep a lot during this stage, expect up to 18 to 20 hours a day to support their fast-growing brains and bodies. Puppies at this age may seem to go from zero to 60 out of nowhere, then suddenly fall asleep within minutes of being in overdrive.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How much should a bulldog puppy sleep?Where should English bulldog puppies sleep?Is my bulldog puppy sleeping too much?Why is my English bulldog puppy sleeping so much?Do Bulldogs need a blanket?Is it safe for Bulldogs to sleep on their back?Can English bulldogs sleep outside?Why is my bulldog puppy sleeping so much?When should I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16618"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16618"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16618\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16618"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16618"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16618"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}