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Puppy Sleep Chart by Age
Puppy Sleep Chart by Age: What Is It?
A Puppy Sleep Chart by Age refers to a colorful tool that depicts the developmental stages of a puppy related to its sleep patterns.
Alternate Names:
- Puppy Sleep Chart;
- Puppy Sleep Schedule.
This diagram usually looks like a timeline full of illustrations and descriptions of normal behavior you may expect from the animal at different stages of life. Understandably, a puppy that is just a few weeks old will find it difficult to fall asleep on cue especially if it just had to leave a familiar environment. Nevertheless, with the help of the visual representation of its sleep and average numbers for dogs of different ages and breeds, you will have an approximate idea of how well your puppy is developing and maturing.
A Puppy Sleep Chart by Age template can be downloaded below.
How to Get a Puppy on a Sleep Schedule?
It is not a secret that a puppy and a pet owner benefit from an established sleep routine. Along with a proper feeding routine, this is essential for the growth of the animal and its health - besides, the person in charge gets to rest! Here are some tips that will help your pet sleep following a normal Puppy Sleep Schedule:
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While it is tempting to cuddle a puppy when it is falling asleep, this is not a habit you will be able to maintain forever. It is better to create a safe space for your pet - for instance, a dog bed with its favorite blanket where it can nap during the day and sleep at night.
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Stick to a routine that works. Many pet owners have discovered their puppies fall asleep quickly after an intense round of play - stimulation and excitement lead to tiredness, and once you notice the puppy is yawning, take it to the bed so that physical activity followed by a nap or a full night sleep becomes a way of life.
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Despite all the running and jumping that is supposed to exhaust the animal, some pets are so full of life and joy they are unable to calm down even after an hour of dancing around their owners. To help them fall asleep, consider certain practices that calm the dogs down. It may be soothing music you play in the room the pet sleeps, a toy you give it to chew on, or incense and oils that vets recommend to use - be careful in case your dog has allergies to unusual fragrances!
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Be patient. Remember that you cannot reason with a puppy or punish your pet too hard for the inability to recognize your need to rest - all your dog wants is to play with you when it has the energy to do so! It may take several weeks to finally reach your target, and your puppy's sleep will be interrupted again and again. Make sure you praise the puppy for following your commands - for example, a small tasty treat it gets when it gets into the bed is a great way to teach the puppy.
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