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Why is my 7-week-old puppy sleeping all the time? Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 1 month and 13 days old | 1lb

Is it Ok For By 7 week old puppy Be Sleeping Almost The Whole Day Only Gets Up To Pee Or A Little Run And Playing And Back To Sleep??

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on July 17th, 2018

Hi there and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, sleeping frequently during the day is not uncommon for puppies less than 8 weeks old. Puppies need a lot of sleep just like human babies do and will change as Sugar gets older. As long as Sugar is normal otherwise (is eating and drinking normally, has normal stool and urine, etc), I wouldn't worry too much. I hope this helps!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 15th, 2017

    Yes, this is normal for a puppy to go through phases where they are very active and then want to sleep a lot. Annie is growing, and she could be going through a growth spurt causing her to sleep more. Puppies do sleep more than adults dogs, up to 19 hours a day. Given that Annie is eating and going to the bathroom normally, I would just monitor her for now. If you are very concerned about her, you can have her see the vet for a health check.

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    Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 25th, 2017

    With her being so young and little, if she isn't eating, drinking and lethargic then I would have her seen soon by a vet. She is likely to get dehydrated really quick. There are many many things that can cause lethargy in a puppy so if she doesn't start to perk up soon I would have her seen. I hope this helps.

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