Cat having violent dreams

I've a 16 year old male cat, Oliver. When he sleeps, deeply, he starts thrashing about, leg spasms too. I have to really, really wake him as once in that deep state he takes awhile to become alert. His eyes are back in his head if I try to open them. He's the sweetest guy, ever yet he's gently attacked me when waking him. Anyone have advice? The vet said no issues.

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ViciDraco · 36-40, M

My cat used to do that as a kitten, scared me to death, I thought she was having a seizure in my lap. But it's apparently something some do sometimes or some do a lot.

I would resist the urge to wake him and let him sleep through.

Mikla · 61-69, F

@ViciDraco You raise an interesting point. I never thought of not waking him yet there must be times he is asleep when I;m not here, Thank you!