{"id":1706,"date":"2019-12-01T09:47:49","date_gmt":"2019-12-01T09:47:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mysleepingdog.com\/?p=1706"},"modified":"2020-03-29T10:10:12","modified_gmt":"2020-03-29T10:10:12","slug":"sleep-walking-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mysleepingdog.com\/sleep-walking-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Sleep Walking in Dogs: Causes and Signs"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">Can dogs sleep walk?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Heard of the sleep walking dogs? They do exist!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yCYMebms2Ao\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em>(Sleep Walking Dog, Video Courtesy of YouTube)<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Sleep walking is a behavioral disorder that causes the victim to do complex tasks while in their sleep. With sleepwalking, the victim of the disorder isn\u2019t usually conscious during these activities and will wake up in the morning normally without recalling anything. So, the big question here is; can dogs sleepwalk?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">We\u2019ll get to that shortly; first, let\u2019s take a look at sleeping behaviors in dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>(<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/mysleepingdog.com\/category\/dog-bed-reviews\/\">Click Here To See The Best Dog Beds In 2020<\/a><\/span>)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>What&#8217;s Normal&#8230;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Many dog owners have reported their dogs whimpering, kicking, growling and whining in their sleep. This is normal since most dogs experience some sort of nightmares at some point in their lives. Moreover, you might have also seen your dog get up and walk a few inches in one direction then fall over again. It might leave you puzzled but it is also normal and doesn\u2019t qualify to be considered as sleepwalking. Understanding dogs can be somewhat difficult since they can\u2019t express themselves in a manner that we can interpret easily. So, to evaluate their conditions correctly and establish an abnormal behavior, we have to observe them keenly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>What\u2019s abnormal&#8230;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you think your dog is sleep walking, you should pay more attention to and study their behavior in-depth before reaching the conclusion that it\u2019s beyond normal. Some dog\u2019s sleep behaviors which may seem strange may turn out to be quite normal so you shouldn\u2019t be too quick with concerns. However, if the sleepwalk-like behavior is profound, there could be an underlying medical condition. Therefore, the best place to get helpful advice, therapy or treatment is at the vet. Don\u2019t take your time as the condition might worsen with time. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Even more interesting, sleep walking dogs suffer from sleeping conditions such as narcolepsy, insomnia and sleep apnea. This might make you think your dog is sleep walking since their normal sleeping routine will be disrupted.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">I guess by now you are aware that &#8220;sleep walking dogs&#8221; don\u2019t really sleepwalk but occasionally undergo some conditions which are pretty much close to sleepwalking. This does not rule out the idea of dogs sleepwalking\u2014at least not entirely because not so much research has gone into this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">However, if you notice your dog is having some unusual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npr.org\/2011\/05\/26\/136497064\/the-new-science-of-understanding-dog-behavior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">behavior<\/a> in its sleep, the best course of action to take would be to visit the vet for a proper checkup. The vet will most probably be in a position to establish the root cause of the behavior and prescribe a fault-proof long-term remedy for your dog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you can, get your dog a comfortable <a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/mysleepingdog.com\/memory-foam-dog-bed\/\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">orthopedic bed<\/span><\/a>. These beds work wonders on dog\u2019s sleep by enhancing warmth, support, and comfort for an intense night\u2019s sleep. When you get a suitable bed ensure you put it at a comfortable spot; away from areas frequently accessed by the family. Lastly, ensure you give your dog proper physical and mental exercise since these too enhance dog sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For more information, feel free to get in touch with us.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">(<a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/mysleepingdog.com\/category\/dog-bed-reviews\/\">Click Here To Get Your Dog The Perfect Dog Bed<\/a>)<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can dogs sleep walk? Heard of the sleep walking dogs? They do exist! (Sleep Walking Dog, Video Courtesy of YouTube) Sleep walking is a behavioral disorder that causes the victim to do complex tasks while in their sleep. With sleepwalking, the victim of the disorder isn\u2019t usually conscious during these activities and will wake up in the morning normally without recalling anything. 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