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My dog goes into a trance when lying on her back. Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | English Springer Spaniel | Female | 4 years and 3 months old

My springer spaniel who is 5 sometimes when lay on her back goes into a mini trance where we have to shout her..no fit or signs is this an issue?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on March 13th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If she is otherwise awake when this happens and not out of it then it should be ok. If she appears to be awake then no I would not worry about it much as it is not likely anything concerning. Good luck!

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