dog sleep deprivation
Sometimes people do not attach importance to how much a dog sleeps. Like, what will happen to her? But lack of sleep for a dog can be not very good consequences, including for yourself. Why is sleep important and what is the risk of lack of sleep in a dog?
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What causes sleep deprivation in dogs?
To understand why proper sleep is important for a dog, think back to the moments when you are chronically unable to sleep. It is unlikely that these memories will be pleasant. And it’s the same with dogs. Lack of sleep can lead to sad consequences.
- The dog may become lethargic.
- Irritability increases, and the pet reacts quite aggressively to completely harmless stimuli.
- A four-legged friend studies worse.
- Sometimes these dogs become overly excited, bark a lot and ruin things.
- The level of anxiety rises.
- Difficulty concentrating.
- In addition, a dog that does not sleep does not allow the owner to get enough sleep.
Why does the dog sleep badly?
There are many reasons for sleep deprivation in dogs. These are anxiety, and distress (“bad” stress), and new conditions (for example, moving), and the inability to cope with stress, and poor health, and the lack of a comfortable place.
It is important in each case to understand why the pet cannot sleep and eliminate the cause. This will improve not only your dog’s quality of life, but yours as well. It will also improve your relationships.
When should you contact a veterinarian?
There are situations in which you can not do without the intervention of a veterinarian.
- The dog seems to be sleeping peacefully, and then suddenly jumps up and with a growl rushes to the nearest object to it. This may be a sign of brain dysfunction or a head injury.
- The dog does not sleep at all at night, but instead walks from place to place and is unable to calm down. This may indicate illness.
- The dog looks sleepy but does not fall asleep. This may be a sign of severe pain.
In all these cases, you should immediately contact the veterinarian.
