My dog's paws keep twitching while sleeping. Should I worry?

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My dog sassy, has been asleep for a few hours, but her paws are constantly twitching. Please Help. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 9 years and 4 months old | 7 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Dogs dream when they sleep, and they can twitch when they sleep in response to the dreams. It may be that Sassy is dreaming, and her paws are twitching in response to it. My own dogs have barked and moved their legs in their sleep. If this is only occurring in her sleep, and she is otherwise normal, I would not be concerned. I hope this helps!

My dog's paws keep twitching while sleeping. Should I worry?

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