Dogs
Do dogs dream?
Verdict: Fact
Dogs have sleep cycles similar to humans, including REM (rapid eye movement) sleep when most dreaming occurs. Twitching, paw movements, and quiet barks or whimpers during sleep are likely signs of dreaming. Puppies and senior dogs tend to dream more frequently.
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Sources & Further Reading
- MIT Press
- Journal of Comparative Psychology
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