{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6967cc99a3b74ba76bc0332b/6aa840e91563582c05eeefad?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Your Dog Needs More Sleep Than You Think with Vet & Pet Sleep Health Expert Lauren Davis","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6967cc99a3b74ba76bc0332b/1789411320770-fcb3116a-f250-45e4-a1cb-146bf916d432.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome to <em>Sit, Paws and Listen with Will Hodgetts</em></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode Will is joined by Lauren Davis, <strong>aka The Sleep Vet</strong>, to explore the often-overlooked world of canine sleep and why proper rest is just as important as exercise, food and training.</p><p><br></p><p>From puppies and working dogs to older dogs living with joint problems, Lauren explains how much sleep dogs need, why daytime naps matter, and how their environment can make a huge difference.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation also covers choosing the right dog bed, supporting dogs with osteoarthritis, reducing slips with better flooring, and spotting the early signs that your dog may be struggling with pain or mobility.</p><p><br></p><p>They also discuss puppy socialisation, the importance of restorative sleep, and what the future could look like for canine sleep tracking and wearable technology.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Lauren: </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lauren: </strong><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesleepvet/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesleepvet/</strong></a></p><p><strong>The Sleep Vet:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thesleepvet/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/thesleepvet/</strong></a></p><p><strong>Vet Relieve UK:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/vetrelieveuk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/vetrelieveuk/</strong></a></p>","author_name":"Will Hodgetts"}