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Do Pets Dream? What Science Says About Their Sleep Habits


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Published in Science and Technology on Saturday, February 15th 2025 at 10:22 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Understanding Sleep Cycles in Pets To understand whether pets dream, it is important to first explore their sleep patterns. Sleep occurs in multiple stages, including non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.

The article from MSN explores the intriguing question of whether pets dream, delving into scientific insights about their sleep habits. It discusses how both dogs and cats exhibit sleep patterns similar to humans, including REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, which is when dreaming is believed to occur. Studies have shown that during REM sleep, pets experience brain activity akin to that observed in humans when they dream, suggesting that they might indeed dream. Observations of pets twitching, moving their paws, or making noises during sleep further support this theory. The article also touches on the idea that the content of these dreams might be related to their daily activities, like chasing a toy or playing. However, the exact content of these dreams remains speculative. Additionally, the piece highlights the importance of sleep for pets' health, noting that like humans, pets require adequate rest for cognitive function, memory consolidation, and overall well-being.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/pets-and-animals/pets/do-pets-dream-what-science-says-about-their-sleep-habits/ar-AA1z7aHw ]

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