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Tears Over What Paralyzed Dog Is Doing in Sleep

Tears Over What Paralyzed Dog Is Doing in Sleep

Summary

A video showing a partially paralyzed dog twitching its paws in sleep has gone viral. The dog, a 6-year-old rough collie named Hudson, has a condition called degenerative myelopathy, which is a disease similar to ALS in humans. The video has touched many viewers, leading to emotional reactions on social media.

Key Facts

  • The dog's owner, identified as Dani The Dog Trainer, shared the video on Threads.
  • The video shows the dog, Hudson, dreaming and twitching his paws as if he is running.
  • Hudson is diagnosed with degenerative myelopathy, which affects the spinal cord.
  • The condition is progressive and starts with hind leg paralysis before moving up the body.
  • The disease is common in certain dog breeds, like German shepherds and boxers.
  • There is no cure for degenerative myelopathy, but efforts are made to keep Hudson comfortable.
  • The video received over 13,000 likes and has been widely shared on social media.
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