Can Dogs Have Wet Dreams?

The purpose of this research is to explain “Can Dogs Have Wet Dreams?“.

Suddenly your precious pooch starts making pretty suggestive thrusting movements as he sleeps peacefully in his corner. Would that be.? There is no reason not to talk about such things and it most certainly could happen.

Its completely natural for some male dogs to have wet dreams every now and then.

This research examines the hush-hush issue of doggie wet dreams whether it affects only intact dogs or also neutered dogs and what can be done in such a situation. There isnot much to be done!

Do dogs dream like humans?

It may have never occurred to you before but dogs do dream just like people. There are probably other animals who dream as well.

We need to examine dogs’ sleeping patterns in order to understand this. Experts say a dogs sleep is divided into two stages:

• Slow Wave Sleep (SWS) – occurs when the dog has just fallen asleep. Any noise or sudden movement can easily wake him up because his body is not fully relaxed.
• REM (rapid eye movement) – is the part of sleep during which people dream. As the dog lies there his body is fully relaxed and he is far away in his dreamland.

It seems as if puppies dream more than adult dogs simply because their lives are more eventful as they are still exploring the world for the first time.

On the other hand experts say that small dogs dream more often than large ones. In contrast small pets have shorter dreams lasting only a few minutes whereas large dogs have longer dreams.

What do dogs dream about?

Obviously we can not tell what dogs dream about since they do not tend to talk about their dreams over breakfast. The experts believe however that they dream about everyday things like eating playing with other dogs or their human family or chasing cats.

Even nightmares are possible for them. If you watch them figure outen to the sounds they make you can sometimes tell what they’re dreaming about.

Its pretty obvious that a dog is reacting to a situation in his dream when you hear him whimper or bark in his sleep. Dogs probably run around in their dreams when they move their legs in their sleep.

This brings us to the moment when you notice that your sleeping dog is erected and even making thrusting movements. this is the first time you have noticed this shocked but when you realize that your furry friend is having a wet dream you will be relieved.

Do male dogs have wet dreams?

Even though dogs do not talk about their dreams you can be pretty certain that if they’re having an erection and appear to be getting some action they’re probably dreaming. Similar to teenage boys such dreams often begin when the dog is sexually mature. A dog is sexually mature when he or she is around six months to a year of age. The reason has nothing to do with watching online porn its a natural instinct. There is nothing more natural for a male dog than to want to reproduce so he is probably having a hot date with his dream girl.

What are some of the signs that your dog might be having a wet dream?

It is common for dog owners to discover that their pet had a hot dream only after the fact when they discover a wet stain on the dogs bedding or even on the family couch if you’re unlucky.

Get there early if you want to see quite a show. It may be embarrassing to some but it may be hilarious to others.

The erection is one of the most obvious signs. If the penis is out of the shaft and fully erect you can be sure the dog is dreaming very naughtily.

The swollen testicles are also a clear indication. Dog owners are quite mystified about that since it looks like the dog has grown a new set of balls. Although he hasnot the tissues and blood vessels in the groin area are swollen like never before. This swelling will go away on its own.

During a wet dream the dog may not move much which is why many owners never realize whats going on. Nevertheless if your dog appears to be trying to mount another dog he probably is in his dream.

The wet dream comes to an end in a puddle. The dog usually has a clear white discharge although some dog owners report the dog peeing a little at this point.

In order to make the cleaning process easier you might want to put some napkins or dog pads in his bed. It would also be a good idea not to let him sleep in your bed until he has grown out of it. It is still possible for mature dogs to have wet dreams but not as often as teenagers.

Can neutered male dogs have wet dreams?

The fact that hes been neutered does not prevent him from having wet dreams or from ejaculating. In this case the semen is not sperm. So he can not do anything but he can still dream about it.

Such dreams however are usually calmer in neutered dogs and you wouldnot suspect a thing if it werenot for the gooey stuff coming out of his penis. It is not uncommon for pet parents to wonder if the whole neutering procedure was botched.

What color is healthy sperm/ smegma? 

Many people wonder if a puddle near their sleeping dog is pee or sperm when they notice a puddle.

The sperm of dogs is pearly white not yellow like pee. Also if there is a white translucent substance near the sleeping dog that is semen.

In addition it could also be smegma the lubricant produced by the penis shaft that facilitates intercourse. Its not unusual to see this stuff dripping from the penis or pooling near the sleeping dog. This is perfectly normal for a healthy dog. The smegma looks like a yellow or green puss so it cannot be mistaken for semen.

If you have any reason to believe the puddle wasnot caused by a wet dream you should take your pet to the vet to have him examined for a urinary tract infection. If a dog has a UTI he might not be able to hold it and so he might pee in his sleep.

When do male dogs get erections?

Even when you’re eating dinner with your mother-in-law your dog can get an erection… Its not just about sexual stimulation. A dog will get aroused in many different situations. During a playing session or when he is excited about going out the penis might come out of the prepuce.

Moreover a dog might also have an erection while pretending to mount another dog male or female it does not matter. Unless the other dog in heat happens to be a female it is more of a playful situation. Its possible for a dog to get an erection if hes trying to make friends with a guest by humping their leg.

How long can these erections last? 

In the absence of sexual overtones and the dog is simply excited about something the offending penis may disappear quite quickly. Keeping an eye on the dog is the best course of action.

Owners of dogs who have wet dreams report that their pets still have an erection 15 minutes after the dream ended.

As a result if you think your dog has a wet dream do not wake him up abruptly hoping it will make the erection disappear. While it might be possible its never a good idea to wake a dog up when hes in REM sleep. No its not rude but the dog might feel confused and become aggressive if hes yanked from his dreamland.

What does a healthy dog penis look like?

It has been called the ‘red rocket’ or ‘the lipstick’ by dog owners and both are quite apt metaphors. Dogs penis appears to be a lipstick or a tiny rocket as it emerges from the prepuce.

When considering size matters obviously the dogs size is the most important factor.

Conclusion

Although their owners may not always notice male dogs can have wet dreams. A dogs wet dreams are completely normal and are a sign that he has reached sexual maturity.

As he has an erection and makes humping movements its quite obvious the dog is having a good time in his dream.

You might not notice anything other than a white discharge which indicates that the dog ejaculated in his sleep. The only thing you can do is allow him to enjoy himself and clean up after him. As he cannot control his dreams it is pointless to scold him.

If you want to read more about dog health tips read here: Dog Health Tips and Tricks.

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