When Do Corgis Sleep Through The Night?

If you recently brought home a Corgi puppy, there is a good chance you are not sleeping much. Those midnight bathroom trips, the whining in the crate, and the 5 AM wake up calls can wear you out fast. The good news is that this phase does not last forever. Most Corgi puppies learn to sleep through the night, and understanding the timeline can help you survive until they do.

When Will My Corgi Puppy Sleep Through The Night?

Most Corgi puppies start sleeping through the night consistently around 16 weeks or 4 months of age. Some lucky owners get there as early as 12 weeks, while others might not see a full night of uninterrupted sleep until 5 or 6 months. Every puppy is different, and a lot depends on their bladder size, feeding schedule, and how consistent you are with bedtime routines.

At 8 weeks old, a Corgi puppy can typically hold their bladder for about 2 to 3 hours. By 12 weeks, that stretches to about 4 hours. By 16 weeks, most can make it 6 to 8 hours, which is enough for a full night of sleep. The general rule of thumb is that a puppy can hold it for about one hour per month of age, plus one.

Setting Up For Nighttime Success

Where your Corgi puppy sleeps makes a big difference in how quickly they learn to sleep through the night. A crate is the gold standard for puppy sleep training. Dogs naturally avoid soiling their sleeping area, so a properly sized crate encourages them to hold their bladder longer. The crate should be just big enough for your puppy to stand up, turn around, and lie down comfortably.

Place the crate in your bedroom for the first few weeks. Being able to hear and smell you nearby helps your puppy feel secure and reduces nighttime whining. As they get older and more confident, you can gradually move the crate to its permanent location if you prefer.

Make the crate cozy with a soft blanket and consider adding a piece of clothing that smells like you. Some owners also find that a ticking clock or a heartbeat toy helps soothe young puppies who miss their littermates.

The Bedtime Routine

Establishing a consistent bedtime routine is one of the most effective things you can do. About an hour before bedtime, start winding things down. Stop active play and let your Corgi puppy settle. Take away the water bowl about 2 hours before bed so their bladder is as empty as possible by lights out.

Right before bed, take your puppy outside for one last bathroom break. Wait until they actually go, even if it takes a few minutes. Then bring them inside, put them in their crate, and keep things quiet and calm. Do not make bedtime a big production. A calm “goodnight” and lights out is all you need.

Handling Middle Of The Night Wake Ups

For the first few weeks, you will likely need to get up once or twice during the night for bathroom breaks. Set an alarm rather than waiting for your puppy to cry. This prevents them from learning that whining gets them out of the crate, which is a habit you definitely do not want to create.

When you take your puppy out at night, keep it boring. No talking, no playing, no treats. Go outside, let them do their business, and go right back to the crate. You want them to understand that nighttime is for sleeping, not socializing.

If your puppy whines in the crate and you know they do not need a bathroom break, try to wait them out. Responding to every whimper teaches them that noise gets results. This is tough, but most puppies will settle within 10 to 15 minutes if you stay consistent.

Common Mistakes That Delay Progress

Feeding your puppy too close to bedtime leads to more nighttime bathroom needs. Try to have their last meal at least 3 hours before bed. Giving too much freedom too soon can also backfire. If your puppy is not reliably sleeping through the night in their crate, they are not ready to have free roam of the bedroom.

Inconsistency is the biggest enemy of sleep training. If you sometimes let your puppy in bed with you and sometimes crate them, they will never learn the routine. Pick a plan and stick with it, even on the hard nights.