This Mini Dachshund's Evening Routine Is Total Bedtime Goals

Ah, bedtime. Who doesn't love bedtime? A time to rest and recharge, all cozied up after a long day with nothing left on your to-do list except sleep. That's exactly what this mini dachshund is ready to do in this adorable TikTok video, in which a precious pup named Minnie puts herself to bed for the night. It's a charming nighttime routine you don't want to miss!

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♬ Bundle of Joy (From "Inside Out") – Piano Version – Clavier & your movie soundtrack

"When it hits 6 p.m. and Minnie sends herself to bed," the clip declares, as the adorable little pooch runs to her doggy bed and curls up with her stuffed animals, surely all tuckered out from a big day of looking cute. Set to the buoyant instrumental song "Bundle of Joy" from the movie "Inside Out," the video is a little slice of cuteness overload that we can all relate to.

With over 5 million views, there are plenty of comments to scroll through, including "Her bed looks so cozy, I would send myself to bed too," along with dozens of photos of other pets who have something in common with Minnie. As one commenter put it, it's "cuteness overload!"

When they're puppies, dogs seem to have endless energy — until they zonk out. Once they flop down all worn out, they often fall into a deep doggy dreamland where their whiskers and paws twitch during sleep, telling you they are down for the count. Then, throughout the rest of their life, dogs seem to find a balance between energetic bursts of alertness and making plenty of time for naps during the day. At night, they usually settle in and sleep soundly. But why so much sleep?

How much sleep a dog needs each day is based on its age, breed, and activity level. In general, though, dogs sleep about 16 hours a day, broken down between daytime naps and a much larger chunk of time overnight. Age is often the biggest factor when it comes to sleep patterns, with very young and very old dogs needing more obvious rest and reset time. 

The second biggest factor is probably breed, with high-energy breeds, like border collies and German Shepherds, needing less sleep on average, while other breeds, like greyhounds and English bulldogs, enjoy more rest. Finally, household habits factor in, as dogs usually adapt to their family's energy level and needs, whether their owners enjoy long hikes or just lounging around indoors. Thankfully, people often have a way of finding the right dog to align with their way of life. Looking for more adorable sleeping pups? Here are some other dogs who are ready for bed.