Dogs can sleep, on average, ... On a regular day, your dog's schedule may look like this – 50% sleep, 30% relaxation and 20% activity, according to the American Kennel Club.

Dogs can sleep, on average, between 12 to 14 hours a day, Purina reports. ... On a regular day, your dog's schedule may look like this – 50% sleep, 30% relaxation and 20% activity, ...

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Dogs, like all mammals, have a brain stem area that is called the pons. This area is responsible for regulating autonomic functions, including the sleep-wake cycle and muscle control.

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Dogs can sleep, on average, ... On a regular day, your dog's schedule may look like this – 50% sleep, 30% relaxation and 20% activity, according to the American Kennel Club.