The Dream Of The Dogs. Have You Stopped To See How Your Pets Sleep?

Can dogs dream? Many times we think that our dog is dreaming because when it sleeps it tends to shake, twitch its legs, growl and even bite. On a structural level, a dog’s brain is similar to that of a human. Researchers have used an electroencephalogram (EEG) in dogs to test their brain activity. After several tests they have found that dogs, during sleep, have brain waves similar to that of a person and go through the same stages of electrical activity that has been observed in humans.

So we encourage you to know the dream of dogs!

What do dogs dream of?

What do dogs dream of? According to scientific research there is evidence that dogs dream of activities that are common for them. Since no dog has ever told anyone about the dream they have had, we can only guess. Dogs are likely to dream similarly to humans, repeating the everyday activities that make up their existence, such as chasing, playing, and eating. For example, perhaps when the dog barks or growls, it probably means that he is reliving a memory of a situation that led him to bark or growl in real life.

And the nightmares. ..? If my dog ​​barks in his sleep, does it mean that he is having a bad dream? You cannot be sure that because a dog is barking you are having a bad dream. Perhaps he could simply be excited about chasing a rabbit or playing with a new toy.

Like humans, dogs enter a stage of deep sleep in which their breathing becomes more irregular and they have rapid eye movements (REM). It is during REM sleep that actual dreaming and often involuntary movements take place. Dogs can move their paws as if they were playing and breathe rapidly or hold their breath for short periods.

Not all dogs dream alike. According to scientists, small dogs dream more than larger dogs. A Toy Poodle can dream once every ten minutes, while a Golden Retriever can only dream once every 90 minutes. Sleep also seems to occur more frequently in puppies. This may be because at that age they are processing the acquisition of large amounts of new experiences.

But how do I notice that my dog ​​is dreaming? A medium-sized dog, such as a Labrador, after a period of approximately 20 minutes will begin to go through his first dream. It is really very easy to determine when your pet is dreaming. All you have to do is watch him from the moment he starts to fall asleep. When the dog’s sleep deepens, his breathing will become more regular.

You will recognize the change because your breathing will become somewhat shallow and irregular. There may be odd muscle contractions and even if you pay attention you will notice your dog’s closed eyes move behind his lids. The eyes move because the dog is actually looking at the dream images as if they were real images of the world.

Remember…

If you’ve ever been tempted to wake your dog during a dream, try to resist. Also, waking them up in the middle of their sleep can be very shocking and disconcerting, he could bite you, so it is best to let him sleep. Dogs, like humans, need uninterrupted sleep in order to have good mental activity. Getting enough sleep is vital for your dog to recharge his batteries and stay physically and mentally healthy.

Dogs barking in your sleep can be a nuisance, but it is best to leave them. If your dog’s sleep is disturbing your sleep, try moving his bed to a room away from your bedroom. Also, check that your dog is actually sleeping. It may be that he is awake and is just trying to get your attention. Perhaps he feels bored, restless, lonely, or thirsty. So make sure his sleeping environment is comfortable and has everything he needs.

Finally, if you continue to attract attention, perhaps it is because during the day you have not used enough energy. So try to respect your exercise hours so that at night you can fall asleep and it doesn’t bother you.