It's time for bed. My little rascal is sound asleep as usual. But as he lay there, he suddenly started meowing loudly, wagging his tail, and wagging his legs as if he was running. Could this mean he's dreaming? But can dogs dream like humans?
We believe that many people must have wondered if their dogs dream like us when they sleep. And what kind of stories do they dream about when they sleep? Experts have come out to say that it's not just humans who can dream, but dogs can dream too.
Dr. Gary Richter, a veterinarian specializing in pet health, revealed that "dogs can dream just like humans." He tested brain waves while dogs slept and found that the brain waves of dogs and humans are very similar when sleeping. Humans and dogs have three sleep cycles. The period when they enter into dreams is called REM (Rapid Eye Movement). This is the time when the body is fully rested, but the brain begins to work and begins dreaming.
From this test, we have the answer that dogs can dream. So what do they usually dream about?
If you ask what dogs normally dream about, there may not be a clear answer because there is no scientific research to support it. But we can guess from their sleeping postures, such as moving their legs as if walking or running, twitching, shaking, barking, growling, etc. The various postures that dogs display lead many to believe that their dreams may be related to their daily activities or events they encounter, such as going for a run, chasing an animal they see, meeting another dog, or dreaming about their beloved owner. If your dog barks while sleeping, it may mean that he is dreaming of something and is barking.
Every good dream must have a bad dream, and dogs can have nightmares too.
A dog's nightmares are often related to a traumatic event or a deep fear. Signs of this include twitching, shaking, barking, or growling. If you see that your dog is experiencing a fright, you can gently pet him to help soothe him through the nightmare. However, be careful not to wake him up immediately if he shows signs of fear or anger while sleeping. This is because when he wakes up, he may still be confused and unable to distinguish between dreams and reality. This could lead to him becoming aggressive and biting you. It's a better option to let him dream until he wakes up on his own and then try to comfort him later.
Dr. Richter also says that if your dog has nightmares, you should see a veterinarian to determine if he has a mental health condition or has experienced something that's causing the nightmares. In older dogs, insomnia, nightmares, and unusual behavior can also be signs of canine dementia. Don't dismiss these as trivial matters.
Now that we know this, let's try to secretly watch our dogs sleep.😆 If you see your little sister acting strange, try to guess what she's dreaming about. She might be dreaming about you.💙
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