We all know that dogs enjoy a good nap, but some breeds actually take their sleep too seriously! Some dog breeds are known to spend many hours lounging on the couch or sleeping in their comfortable and soft bed.
From the active and energetic puppies that can recharge themselves in five minutes to the slowpokes that spend all their time just napping for hours, we have ranked 12 dog breeds to help you know which dog breeds are at the top of the snooze chart.
So are you ready to find out about these sleepy four-legged pals?
1. Bulldog
One of the famous breeds popular for its sleeping ability is the Bulldog.
It will sleep much more than it will ever stay awake, and this is a good thing if you want to keep it as a loving and loyal companion, while it prefers to sleep rather than spend time in the garden or on walks.
The Bulldog is worthy of a special mention not only because it is the best of sleepers but also due to its snoring ability. It snores quite loudly and is proud of the same, too.
2. Saint Bernard
Being giant breeds and so, somehow related, the Saint Bernard is one of the big mastiffs. It was bred to find and rescue travelers lost in snowy mountains and is among some of the strongest dogs found in the world.
They are genuinely capable of carrying weights several times their own weight. They just don’t get very excited, but as a matter of fact, sleeping is one of their favorite pastimes.
3. Great Pyrenees
Next in the list is a dog breed that enjoys sleep more than walks: none other than the Great Pyrenees, a quite popular active dog breed (no pun intended, though).
In the case of this breed, it was originally bred to guard flocks and protect them from predators. The dog remains calm and quiet when guarding his flock unless a predator actually comes in, when he certainly won’t lack energy when it comes to warding them off.
Perhaps this is why it gets right into sleeping as soon as it gets back home.
4. Cocker Spaniel
The Cocker Spaniel is just like a Spaniel, only. These furbabies like to retrieve and hunt for birds or other prey in fields or near rivers.
They become muddy and dirty, and all that just brings them joy! All the way home, they prepare themselves to just get rid of every ounce of energy.
They will thus come straight to lie down to sleep in their bed and prep themselves for another day of hard work.
5. Chow Chow
Considered the most difficult breed for many an owner, the Chow Chow loves it when the day is spent in idle sleep.
But if you are expecting a company dog to sit on his lap and sleep, this breed is definitely not for you.
The Chow Chow normally likes spending that nap time alone and will be very grumpy if you barge into his alone time.
6. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The smallest of all the spaniels, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is another one living up to its name.
It will dash through fields and swim through rivers and lakes, but when back home, it will want some long hours of sleep to compensate for the energy spent out.
7. Mastiff
Next on our list of dog breeds that sleep a lot is the Mastiff. Large dog breeds typically require more sleep than miniature breeds. It takes a lot more effort to run around when you are the size of a small person, and so the Mastiff is one giant breed with giant sleeping needs.
Basically, all Mastiff breeds will need so much sleep. They kind of look tired themselves, from their wrinkly skin and droopy eyelids.
8. Great Dane
They are also very big dog breeds. In fact, the largest dogs in the world tend to be Great Danes. Despite their size, they are very sweet and affectionate. Dragging their own weight through life or the amount of attention it requires to be equally careful not to hurt a person might be the reason for their lethargy.
So, they will sleep a lot, and they will be much in need of space to stretch out.
9. Shih Tzu
The next breed that will take a lot of naps throughout the day is the ever-charming Shih Tzu. Did we just discuss that only giant dogs sleep a lot?
Well, among small dogs, the Shih Tzu does make an exception, capable of sleeping half the day.
The mature adult may sleep for long hours, and it’s a choice for you if you want it only for half of your life.
10. Pekingese
The Pekingese was bred as a companion for the members of the Chinese elite. They were often carried around in their owners’ sleeves! That’s why they got used to staying very still for a long time.
While you may not carry your Pekingese around in your sleeve, they will still want to sleep for long periods.
11. Lhasa Apso
The Lhasa Apso is yet another friendly breed known to be just the perfect nap buddy.
The Lhasa Apso will play with you and go for walks if they are in the mood; otherwise, it is probably napping on its bed, or maybe your bed.
12. Pug
In many aspects, the Pug is very similar to the French Bulldog. Though being of an almost similar size and sharing the willingness to meet humans, the dog will feel that it has never met you before after you get home from work or school, or just nip into another room.
After that brief wave of excitement, it will just spend hours sleeping.
Conclusion
On top of the list are 12 dog breeds that sleep a considerable amount. Some animals need a lot of exercise between naps.
Others just might need their daily walks and require very little exercise. Either way, rest assured, these pups know how to get it together for some serious snoozing.
