Ever noticed your dog twitching, paddling its paws, or softly barking in its sleep? Don’t worry, they’re likely just dreaming, and you might even be the star of their nighttime adventures!
Dogs Dream Just Like Us
Just like humans, dogs (and other mammals like cats, elephants, and even mice) experience REM sleep, the stage where dreaming happens. So yes, your pup’s sleepy-time antics probably mean they’re deep in dreamland.
What Do Dogs Dream About?
While we can’t ask them directly, science offers a clue. The “continuity hypothesis” suggests dreams reflect waking life so your dog might be reliving their favorite game of fetch, a belly-rubbing session, or a walk in the park with you.
Twitches, Barks, and Doggy Drama
Not all movement means dreaming, but repetitive or specific actions, such as tail wagging, barking, or paw twitching, are good signs that something exciting is unfolding in their mind.
Doggy Dreams: Real or Ridiculous?
Of course, dreams can get weird. While your dog might be dreaming of you, they could also be floating on a tennis ball boat in a treat-filled lake. We’ll never know, but it’s fun to imagine!
