What does it mean when your four month puppy sleep a lot?

1. Is it normal for a 4 month old puppy to sleep a lot?
2. How much should a 4 month old puppy sleep during the day?
3. Why is my puppy sleeping so much all of a sudden?
4. What should I expect from my 4 month old puppy?

Is it normal for a 4 month old puppy to sleep a lot?

The answer, in most cases, is probably not. Puppies tend to sleep from 18-20 hours per day on average and variations from these limits are not unusual. Just like human babies, as your puppy gets older they'll gradually need less sleep with adult dogs sleeping for 14 hours per day on average.

How much should a 4 month old puppy sleep during the day?

Something to remember about puppies is that they need sleep - lots of it, just like babies. Your puppy will need about 18-19 hours sleep in every 24. So only expect 4 to 5 hours of being awake and only about an hour at a time. If they're kept awake and playing, you could both be heading for a stressful time.

Why is my puppy sleeping so much all of a sudden?

Age: Puppies and older dogs need to sleep even more than 50% of the day. ... Life changes: Just like humans, dogs may need extra sleep if they experience big life changes (like death or a loved one or a move). Health: An abrupt change in sleep habits may signal an underlying health problem.

What should I expect from my 4 month old puppy?

By four months, you'll notice your furbaby growing fast. Also, most puppies are potty-trained by this time. However, they still might have accidents if they are left to hold it too long. Puppies can also start to learn more complex commands at this age if they are ready.