'We're all aware of the saying "waking up on the wrong side of the bed", and it's no surprise lack of sleep plays a part in how we are feeling but it is also true for dogs - the amount of sleep they are able to get contributes to their wellbeing,' said Lynne James, a vet with the PDSA.
'Although the perfect amount of sleep will vary between dogs, what the evidence suggests might actually be surprising for many owners - dogs should in fact get over 13 to 16 hours of sleep every day,' she explained.
'If your dog doesn't get enough sleep, it increases the risk that they'll display 'hostile behaviours' including growling, snapping, and even biting. According to PDSA's research, four per cent of dogs who get less than 10 hours sleep will confront other dogs in the household, while six per cent will confront familiar dogs not in the household.'
'This highlights the importance of providing dogs with the opportunity, plus the right environment, to sleep to protect their emotional health,' Ms James added.
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