Why is my dog shaking in his sleep? Is it normal or a seizure?

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My dog is shaking in his sleep. It is hard to describe so We took a video but it is not able to post. It is visible that the muscles In his face are moving and his body does short little shaking. It isn’t a seizure, but it can be felt by me because he is sitting on me.. it starts and stops. Is this normal? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 8 years and 3 months old | 34 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If it isn't every time he sleeps then it is likely normal "dreaming" for a dog asleep. He should be normal when awake: eating, drinking, no vomit, diarrhea or behavioral changes. If he isn't normal when awake I recommend taking him to your Vet for an evaluation and blood work. I hope this helps and I wish you and Rolo the best!

Why is my dog shaking in his sleep? Is it normal or a seizure?

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