Why Do Dogs Sleep So Much?

Question: Why is the dog sleeping all day long? Answer: Because he guards at night. Actually the idea is correct. Most of us depend on our dogs to guard us as well as our properties. But dogs do sleep anytime of day and night. They actually sleep as much as 14 hours a day. This means that they sleep more than half of their life. Some dogs even sleep more than others do. Large breeds of dogs like the mastiff, St. Bernard and Newfoundland sleep from 16 to 18 hours everyday. They are dubbed as the mat dogs because they are fond of lying and sleeping in front of the fire like a furry rug.

The sleeping pattern of the dog depends on the activity and environment. Domesticated dogs sleep more than working dogs do. Who would not if you are comfortable, you have a soft padded and cozy corner to sleep in and most of all you have nothing to do. People would sleep a lot too if they are left at home with nothing much to do. On the other hand, it would be impossible for a working dog to sleep most of the time given that they have a task or a duty to perform. Dogs working in a farm are all-around dogs, meaning they are given varied tasks to do. Apart from this, dogs have the opportunity to roam and being highly energetic, they would prefer to run and to wander rather than curl in a corner to sleep.

One may think that the dog is lazy because it is always asleep. The fact is, a dog may seem to be sleeping but they wake more frequently than people do. Dogs are always alert and they have heightened senses that make them aware of the slightest sound and movement. But dog are lucky too as they can easily adjust the sleeping pattern. They wake easily but the sleep easily too. They have the ability and the stamina to stay awake when they have something to do and would fall asleep easily no matter what time of day or night once the task is done.
Sleeping, no doubt is beneficial. It allows the dog to rest and to replenish the energy. Bored and inactive pets may sleep a lot, much more than they need to. Excessive sleeping when coupled with too much eating and very minimum exercise can be dangerous to the health of the dog. This is most common in pampered pets. Excessive sleeping can be avoided by providing the pet with stimulus to be active. Give the dog toys if they are going to be left at home all day. Take the dog walking and allow your pet to join in the activities of the family.

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A Healthy Pet

A healthy pet is a happy pet.

We all would love to have our beloved pet around for a very long time, 20 years to be exact and not dying at the young ages of between 10 to 15 years. But the only way is you have to feed your pet the best nutrition.

Most people do not even think about nutrition; all they think about is cost. The bigger the bag the better. But not giving them the nutrition is a huge mistake as it will show up in their gums; not the healthy pink, but pale gums, listless, dull fur and lastly in their later years other health issues will pop up and the tests from the vet can be extremely costly and those tests can show other ailments too.
Some of those ailments might not be reversible and that is a shame and if you had started them right in the beginning, you would probably not be in this predicament.

My Miniature Schnauzer puppy has been on supplements for her fur and has had the nutrition since she was 10 weeks and now she is a healthy 15 month old dog. So my suggestion is to feed them the nutrition their body needs to eliminate those very serious problems.

So as you go to the pet store, you must read the labels and if the main ingredient is not meat, don't buy it. Vitamins are important to you, so why not your dog?

Pure water, not the usual tap water with chlorine, and keeping fresh water at all times is a must. Taking your dog to the groomer is a huge plus, as a bath and a brushing is great for their skin, especially in the summer. Lots of loving is important but not the most important. A vet checkup is always important and that visit can either make or break your pocketbook.

My name is Beverly Boisen
I live in the Adirondacks of New York.
I am a graduate of The Institute of Children's Literature.
This course has given me the opportunity to write for children, adults or just being able to write professionally.
I care about people and their pets therefore writing about experiences I have had and having the knowledge of what I am writing is important for all who takes the time to read.
I am a field rep for an holistic pet food company and we care about your pet and you should too. By giving them the nutrition they need and on this site you will find resources that will help you to make choices for your pets.
Which is very important.
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