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Do Dogs Sleep More In Winter. During the winter it becomes darker earlier as the nights grow longer 6. Our pet dogs and cats are generally less active and sleep more in winter months says Dr Kevin Foster from Vets on Parker in Templestowe Victoria. When its light the brain inhibits melatonin production 5 in order to stay awake and alert. And heres something you may not have thought about.
And heres something you may not have thought about. Dogs with furry feet that tend to collect ice and snow between the toes can also benefit from booties. Thick coated breeds can handle much colder weather than short haired breeds. Thank you Quora for the question. With the lower humidity your dog can easily become dehydrated if he or she is not drinking enough water. During the winter it is normal for dogs to sleep more.
With the passage of time more dog owners are opting to keep dogs sleeping outside during wintertime.
Posted Jan 02 2013. Thank you Quora for the question. The PDSA The Peoples Dispensary for Sick Animals found that about 40 of dog parents noticed a significant change in their pets moods during dark winter months. During the cold winter months the humidity levels in the atmosphere are actually lower. When its light the brain inhibits melatonin production 5 in order to stay awake and alert. While dogs may sleep more in winter to keep warm the effects of summer can also have a bearing on their sleep cycle.