How Was Your Day? VII

[maidmarian]

Can dogs suffer from insomnia?? One of mine woke me up before 4am and would not settle ... I feel like a zombie

Basically yes.
Dogs are very sensituve ti their human familys
wellbeing and pick up on any stress or worry there
and are aware when they are not well.

When dogs are older they have similar problems
to humans
If sleep too.much in day / sleep.less well at night
Suffer ageing probems eg hip/ bladder . If their
sight & hearing deteriorate the dark at night
can be frightening.
They can also become diabetic and like humans-
if have pain dont sleeo well.

If it continues and you cant see a likely answer
perhaps consult vet.. If cause established can
be treated or various natural remedies& canine
meds available .
With pets like babies and infants - its worrying
because they cant tell you what is wrong
as older children & adults can!
Hope you can resolve problem soon!