About Me and my Service Dog

[@ServiceDogPaws]

I was diagnosed with POTS Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome which causes me to faint on September 28, 2017. And EDS Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. Which causes my pains. Anyway. I posted the video of me getting tested for POTS with the machines. Find that here on my channel under "I'm Officially A Potsie"

[@jonlamontagne]

Service Dog Paws sorry I wrote you not reading... my speciality lol. Also POTS is overdiagnosed so keep a symptom journal as I assume you already do just so you can get your health under control! God bless

[@JC-vz9hz]

Glad you finally have an official diagnosis, so you can get help!

[@caleb1943]

in your vid that you got pushed you said that have ptsd and in your bio said pots =)

[@jennicaharris9134]

Another KZbinr I watched, Amy, had POTS and EDS, and she died recently!

[@gracepower180]

@@jennicaharris9134 she also had gastro paresis and other issues

[@mavywavy8146]

I don't understand why so many people are upset over her adopting a dog and training it to help with her mental health issues. It's just as valid of an issue as physical health. Besides, it's her dog. It's not like she's taking away a valued service animal that's gone through extensive training. She's training him herself so that he can help better her life. What's wrong with that ?

[@legnakoorbloh3970]

Mavy Wavy its how she acts about it have you seen how horrible she is to people in public

[@AmandaAmanda-sh8lx]

Mavy Wavy because the law states that he has to be trained to do a specific task. What is the specific task he is trained to do for her?

[@jujubegold]

Mavy Wavy You'll care if you see her in public and you "glance" at her dog and she threatens you with "federal crimes" for looking at her dog.

[@sommermcdaniel9723]

Legna Koorbloh Is she not allowed to be frustrated when people don't keep to themselves? In most of the videos she starts out polite and then gets less patient with people. But you can't be sickly sweet all the time, explain her entire life story and why people can't interact with her dog every single time someone acts inappropriately. . . She's curt but polite. The only thing I think regular people lack is basic manners. I mean, who's ever heard of someone just walking up to a dog and not addressing the owner first? I was taught that at a young age!

[@sommermcdaniel9723]

a l Ok. So she does these youtube videos to spread awareness about service dogs and stuff and you protest her setting up a camera to catch him working on film? Also she is a grown woman and this is her life. I don't think she thinks or her husband thinks, that he needs to baby sit her every time she has an episode or every second of every episode. He doesn't always go out with her anyway. And I don't think that "always" is accurate because as I understand it, it's only when she's coming out of her fainting spells that she becomes aware of what's going on around her. And since it usually takes people a while to get concerned or nosy, I think its fair that she might realize some of whats going on. I really think everyone is reading too much into how she operates. You can not like how a person handles situations, but that doesn't mean her health problems are false. . .

[@brookepickles1259]

Max is SO LUCKY do be your helper service dog thing

[@baileyinfleurs]

Max is such a great dog and you are doing an incredible job training him. You are both so smart and in tune. Thank you for sharing your stories.

[@lydiarosechambers]

Youre so great, its so inspiring to know that despite all of your problems, you continue to carry on and not let it destroy your life. Best of luck to you, you have trained him so well an he is an absolute cutie. You keep going girl! X

[@JennCampbell]

I can understand your situation. I have a bunch of mental, emotional and physical issues, too. I am currently trying to get my docs to retreat me for Lyme. No one seems to be listening. I wish you luck and hope things go well for you.

[@JennCampbell]

Elle C Thanx for the support! Hope your health is the best it can be!😇

[@jackiekanuk]

POTS is a legitimate syndrome and it is BRUTAL to live with. People will always have something negative to say, but your symptoms are legitimate! I've had doctors tell me "oh you just have anxiety, what's wrong?!" "oh what's wrong with you, you look so good!". POTS basically feels like you have fasted for 24 hours, donated blood, are standing in a 100 degree room all while standing perfectly still. I personally have been diagnosed by the Mayo Clinic and had to go through a lot of crap while dealing with this invisible illness. I hope you get to a good place with your symptoms and get some relief soon! :)

[@rylynnelson5266]

Oh I would never guest he was in training he is a really good dog.

[@ZydrateRave]

We run off the same line! I have PTSD and I'm anemic as well. I never knew having a service dog would help my triggers and ease anxiety. I have history with seizures caused by sleep deprivation and stress as well. Thank you for your video! I feel much less alone. 💕

[@kellynelson7931]

I'm glad I found your channel. I'm having to train my dog myself too because I can't afford any other way but it's a struggle for many different reasons, but watching you with max is helpful. I was blessed with a rescue that started alerting me on her own. After talking to a few professional it was decided that she would become my service dog.

[@TheMaddestHatter18]

Good luck to you in getting diagnosed! I love what you do and I hope you are able to solve some of your medical issues and properly train max to assist you! He is such a sweet dog and it makes me super mad when people don't respect the work he does and try to distract him from his work and training! He is so much more than just a cute dog he saves you from serious injury every day!

[@sweet68pea]

could you do a video on what we should do if we see you in trouble and what not to do obviously we leave max to do his thing.. but what would you like us too do?

[@brookepickles1259]

You poor thing!!! I am so sorry you have all of those conditions.

[@amandaloribeewagz9851]

I'm sorry for anything I've said in other places. I wish I saw this first. I still think you can lose the attitude towards people when you're out, but I may not always be a bed of daisies when I'm not feeling well. I'm sorry for being presumptuous. I hope you find out all the answers soon and can find treatment to start to live a little better. God Bless! And god bless your doggie, Max!

[@jmeree]

Amanda Rambles Amen .. lose the attitude

[@shawnatm.3335]

rxactly, 3xactly my thought, her attitude in public is ignorant and embarsses the families, children, hw would they know? She should carry cards on her in public, or notes on them educating the families on why nt to come up to the dog, which js just a natural reaction for a child to do. she should educate rather than chastize, and ill tell you if any dhick said to me i better teach my child, infront of my child like they do nkt exist and are not listeninf, not to come up to her dog, i sure wouldnt be saying have a great day and walking away, be happy you can walk. educate in public, do not try to embarrass perfectly jnnocent people especially children. that walmart video, where your shorts were really short, and you were mad at everyone horrified me!

[@DimerNL]

With her attitude and list of questionable conditions, she's almost at the point where the only way to keep her happy is having a sweep of the store she is about to enter and individually inform each and every other person there on just what is wrong with her. Which is rediculous.

[@illeagalbeagle]

Well I mean, Max kind of has stickers and patches on his vest saying "DO NOT PET" and stuff like that, so if people think it's okay to just automatically pet any dog without checking with the owner, that's not cool.

[@shawnatm.3335]

DimerNL exactly, finally someone who has a brain. Her other videos horrify me. ... The way she speaks to adults and snaps at children... 🤬

[@kellynelson7931]

Aww look at that face at the end wanting to help---that's the best feeling

[@pka1005]

I love that space your in. Looks super cool!!

[@annamonda499]

I’m sorry if people try to pet him and talk to him. But I personally, as a dog lover I would have done the same thing, I had no idea of what all this was, I totally understand the purpose of you KZbin channel and I think it’s really smart to inform people about this kind of subject. But you could explain it more gently to people when they do the mistake of petting him, because they don’t know your situation and they don’t do it on purpose 😊

[@cheyannestark3423]

Anna Monda I've seen a few service dogs in public and I'm a dog lover too. Something you could try if you really want to possibly pet the dog is just calmly approach and compliment the animal to the owner. The owner will generally say thank you and tell you a little about the dog. I personally like to ask the age and the breed. Then you can ask if you may pet them. However, if the dog has a vest with big words that say working, I wouldn't approach. It's best to ignore the animal and only address the owner pretending the animal isn't there. It's respectful and it raises your chances to get to pet them. I've gotten to give treats too. You may have already known this but if anyone else asks or if this helps, you can pass the info on :) Have a great day!

[@Julielynn7997]

I have POTS too. I was just diagnosed. I also found out I had an SVT 2 years ago. My resting heart rate would be 100 or over and then just doing simple tasks like taking a shower or putting the dogs out it would go to 160 to 190+. I had an ablation in October of 2018. It helped tremendously. My resting heart rate is in the 60’s yo 70’s now. My heart rate still gets high some times but that’s due to the POTS. I still faint sometimes but not very often. I also have hypothyroidism and PCOS which makes me insulin resistant. I also get anemic as well. My cortisol is usually high as well I did testing for Cushing’s but came back negative. I suffer with extreme anxiety but have never been diagnosed with PTSD. I have a scary past. Anyway, I’m so glad you have Max. I love your videos. You are an inspiration. Take care of yourself and keep doing what you’re doing.

[@VampyreBarbie]

Hi sweetie, I'm so sorry you're going through all this. It absolutely sucks when you have invisible illnesses bc people are less inclined to believe you when you LOOK fine on the outside. I know this, bc I suffer from autoimmune issues, anxiety and ptsd. I've had that test done that you are talking about. My bp is always low, and I get dizzy upon standing, so they took my BP laying, sitting and standing. How's your blood pressure? Have you been tested for autoimmune issues? I know it's hard when you don't have insurance. Try to get on state insurance in you can. Prayers for you ❤

[@simplydanlrene4276]

@jaim haas...I pray you never get sick and be where a doctor can not dx you. Just for some info though you should be smart enough to research yourself...there are over hundreds of thousands of people who have no diagnosis but are very ill. I was one of those that went years until I got so sick I had to have part of my lung removed and then later part of my kidney removed and got some of my very serious diagnosis. Just because you can not see her illness does not make it imaginary but it sure shows what kind of person you are.

[@TheNailandtheNarrative]

I have the same thing, hypoglycemic AND hypotensive, really sucks. Up until I was 15 I would get this rash ALL OVER my body and no doctors ever figured out why.

[@DimerNL]

Most of her symptoms seem to trigger eachother though, ofcourse you're going to be hypo is you can't eat enough, and not eating enough most likely also means she isn't getting enough iron intake, thus the iron deficiency and fainting. Add in some high BP for a couple of migrains here and there and voila.

[@bazonga9085]

Crystal R did you got to war or something

[@jacencko011]

@@TheNailandtheNarrative when she’s taken her blood pressure and blood sugar in front of the camera they are perfectly normal; never low. She also considered 90 low for her blood sugar which would never be considered low for someone her age who isn’t diabetic. She’s said she has high and low blood sugar and shown some readings on her meter but when she’s actually performing the reading in front of the camera it’s never been below 80 or above 100. Don’t know who she’s trying to fool with those high & low blood sugar readings but if you’re diabetic you know they make a range of calibration fluids (low to high) to verify your meter. She definitely has PoTS, it’s kinda hard to fake tachycardia but that wouldn’t cause you experience syncope especially since her blood pressure is never low when she takes readings. It’s very disturbing and disgusting because 99.9% of her followers have no idea what PoTS actually entails and she can totally fool these people.

[@lizh4244]

i feel bad that theres so much negativity in the comments! im glad youre working to take care of yourself and you have a service dog that can help you ❤️ dont listen to the jerks, i dont think they understand what its like to have conditions like anxiety, ptsd, pots, any of that

[@alexanderramsay6731]

These people saying ''hes not a service dog''. its such bs, the way he behaves in public and the commands he listens to screams SERVICE DOG. Well done with Max, he is wonderful!

[@marissamccleskey6712]

Any dog can be trained to listen to "commands"

[@beverlyarcher3744]

Marissa McCleskey yeah but not all can be trained to stay behaved unless their abused

[@maisielavery6885]

I have a genetic condition called cystic fibrosis. I have to deal with a lot of these symptoms and I struggle everyday to stay strong. You are so lucky to have such an amazing and adorable dog to help you. I just want to say stay strong because it will get worse before it gets better.

[@cjeam9199]

She’s assertive and demanding. Why is she assertive and demanding? Because she has a variety of health conditions and needs to ensure that people behave properly around her and she can be treated in the correct manner to allow her to live as normally as possible and deal with her health conditions in the healthiest way possible. Part of this attitude is probably a consequence of people not listening, and doing what they erroneously thought was the right thing but was precisely what she asked them not to do. She takes no shit.

[@bridgetwitherow]

I have the exact same health issues and im not a jerk...

[@nou4537]

i know she thinks that ALL people know about service dogs

[@Lyra_Luna]

I've passed out a couple of times because my blood pressure drops when I stand or sit up. I also have a low blood pressure to start with. It isn't fun but I've lucked out and it doesn't happen a lot. Give Max a hug for me.

[@1vywhy]

I used to get bad migraines because I'm blind in one eye but once I got glasses, I only had and still have little migraines every once in a while.

[@kyaleayork1148]

Have you looked into you having lupus. My mom has it and can't do much and the little stuff she does do tires her more than other people. She's can't go out in the sun with out getting sick. And several other issues due to lupus

[@MELBELLE6922]

Don't give her more ideas!

[@thewienerdogvlog5367]

I have Lupus

[@skadi6750]

I kind of understand people with the hypochondria suspicion, but I believe your doctors already considered that.

[@alexisalcala5701]

I have anxiety but I've gotten pretty good at hiding it, due to embarrassment, so not many people believe me. I do DPT but I had no idea it was an actual thing. When I start to panic I ask one of my sister or my boyfriend for a tight hug, and if no one is around my cat actually lays on me or pushes her head into my chest. That is not something I've trained her to do but it helps a lot. I have many people tell me that my cat is just a pet. I need her. She not only assist with my panic attacks but my depression and PTSD, as well. She forces me to pet her, meows at me, tries to play, and even makes me follow her to her food and water bowls, even if they're completely full, to get my mind off of whatever is going on. These are not things over trained her to do. Even if I had tried shes stubborn and wouldn't listen. I have her registered as an emotional support animal so she can't forcibly be taken from me. She is by far the most important thing to me and I dont know where I would be without her.

[@iloilee]

That is so sweet ❤️💕 what an awesome little kitty

[@berenthebear8953]

I hope you and Max take care of eachother. Dogs are very loyal companions. So always remember Max loves you unconditionally. I hope your issues improve.

[@QueenieMeade]

I have 90% of the things you do (minus the PTSD but add Chronic asthma and allergies to just about everything). I was diagnosed with anxiety & panic disorders at the age of 2. I have been on medications for as long as i can remember. I have passed out from having hypoglycemia and not eating during the day more times then i can count. If you think that dog is gonna help you get better or make life easier then more power to you. Just be grateful your still alive and breathing. Be thankful you are still here to see your beautiful child grow up.

[@QueenieMeade]

jaim haas yes, until recently when i had a child and my husband and i decided i would stay at home to care for the baby full time instead of relying on sitters

[@jesshonz4421]

GameQueen Momma I’m genuinely curious how does a person diagnose a 2 year old with something like anxiety?

[@QueenieMeade]

Jess Honz i was 2 so in not sure of how but my mom took me to a dr. the dr made the dignosis. after becoming an adult, and bring responsible for my o asked the

[@QueenieMeade]

Jess Honz for my own health i asked my dr to reevaluate me and he and my second opinion dr both came to the same dignosis.

[@QueenieMeade]

Jess Honz sorry to keep replying but in on the phone with my mother now, she says that she started trying to get me diagnosed at 2 but went to many dr and didnt get an exact diagnose unti l i was almost 4. But, that my behavior was odd for a child at that age. I was fearful of almost everything outside of our home. i didnt sleep more then a few hours at a time. i was extreamly fearful of getting dirty, i would only eat foods that were round, and if there was the slightest change to my daily routine, i would have a complete melt down. well, those are the things my mother told me and the doctors that i did. she

[@zachharrison8436]

I’m sorry that people don’t understand. Max is a good boy and wonderful. Best of luck in every way. I saw how he’s trained, it’s wonderful.

[@My5ajz4life]

Thanks to people like yourself,this may to help educate others on the don't and do around the dogs that are servicing their guardians. Really hate seeing negative comments on you faking your illnesses so hopefully people will focus in on what these dogs do to benefit a large amount of people that have mental, emotional or physical disability's . Kiddos to Max for helping you through life.

[@GageDavis85]

I know I have PTSD and ADHD and epilepsy where I have seizures and I can't control them. Hope u and max feels better

[@renanangelodossantos4726]

I dont have any health problem, i'm very thank for that. It's so sad because you're very young, but you seen to be a very strong person. Hope you get better more and more!

[@brandiezoss5904]

I have POTS and when I started watching your video and you started saying what you have, I was sitting here and saying that that sounds a lot like me and my POTS. It is a struggle with me and my life and I wish you the best. Max is really adorable too. Love your videos.

[@sondraedwards5214]

I totally have empathy for your diagnoses. We share the same and I have a few more. Might I say I’m sure it’s beyond frustrating. However? There are so many people that would love a special needs dog. Please educate with a kind heart. You come off angry as soon as you walk in a situation ready for battle. Your blessed to have a little guardian angel at your side to help you. Educate softly

[@iceleeindiatom]

I suffer from anxiety and migraines myself so I know that it has to be so hard for you but I think you are very brave for putting your self out there for the world to know.

[@brookewalters-schmidt177]

I have POTS as well! I am on IV saline everyday through a port in my chest. It has pretty much stopped my passing out episodes....also am on a beta blocker. I am so sorry you are going through this! It bites!

[@juanviteri1126]

My sister was anemic for as long as i can remember and she went on a vegan/plant based diet and her anemia was gone after a lifetime of having this problem it was gone after a few months. fixing your iron in your blood will really help with the fainting and your heart wont have to work so hard, so your heart will be able to move the blood more efficiently so you will begin to have a more normal heart rate

[@amking33]

I'm really sorry but all of your issues have one main source - your mental attitude. I can see it in the way that you treat people, and the way that you talk about all of these "symptoms" that seem pretty normal to me. I have had a lot of these same issues and I'm perfectly fine. You are "trying" so hard to be sick, being sick isn't a goal. You need to work on your mind first and foremost, if you really want help with these "problems". The way that you yell at people for looking at your dog makes no sense, considering that you don't even have life threatening issues like you are pretending. I have had anxiety attacks and passed out, but I do not consider them life threatening, at least not to the extent that you are running around yelling at people for distracting your dog. If you really want to help yourself, instead of putting so much energy into these videos, maybe try meditating, learn to let the little things go, and stop focusing so much on your problems and what is going wrong in your life.

[@eeedeee6667]

I don't think she does it on purpose but I agree. I think it stems from her trauma in childhood, if you are a victim of something it's so easy to feel like a victim for the rest of your life. I think she needs to spend her money mainly on therapy to talk through her issues. I have trauma based problems and mental health problems and I get incredibly anxious that I'm physically ill, even though I've had lots of tests and I'm all good. I hope she heals :)

[@FlameFlowerTheCat]

Andrea Marie she was diagnosed by a doctor

[@inarirayne5864]

You are a very strong woman and thank you for sharing such a personal situation with us

[@maddog4u3]

Just found your channel. I really like these videos. It is nice to see how you educate the public when it comes to Max. I can say that these have taught me that I've been wrong in how I've treated service dogs. I would always look at them and smile because I love dogs, though I would never speak to them or ask to pet them. I never thought that looking at them and smiling might be distracting to them, but now I do. Thank you for that. I feel like I am becoming more educated on service dogs. Max is a wonderful dog and listens so well to you. Thank you for making these videos, I will be sharing them to help educate more people on how to be around service dogs. :)

[@brookerotondo3883]

My best friend has a lot of medical issues and has always had a lot of the same symptoms as you, all of her doctors got together recently and came to the conclusion that they think she has POTS. She is going to see a specialist and get tested next month. I have been through all of it with her so I know how hard it can be so I just wanted to send love your way and wish you luck with your health. Also, your video helped me help her on deciding to have a service dog and she talking to her doctors about getting one soon, so thank you!

[@pashminaa]

People claiming that you are faking are just verifying how hard it is for service dog owners. I'm sorry about all of this.

[@brookewalters-schmidt177]

Exactly.

[@CreepyMcSteezerson]

uh well for one she got a mutt that she claims to be training herself. and in this video it looks like shes reading from a list as if she doesnt know her own symptoms. in several videos she is repeatedly making sure the camera is still on instead of worrying about her own health - ironically she only "faints" when everything is perfect. every time. and the list goes on and on and on

[@interstellar_1003]

jaim haas and what says she's faking it? I've seen you comment negative against her over and over and seems like you have something out for her... Why do you resent her so?

[@jk09345568]

He is a uninformed jerk that likes to cause trouble Wildflower Rocket.

[@brookewalters-schmidt177]

Ignore the trolls and they will eventually go away because they aren't getting the attention they need. It really isn't worth your time or energy to respond.

[@CRTukkerr]

I went through the same traumatic experience like you went through in your past, tried everything but none did help untill somebody offered me EMDR sessions. If you look it up how it works my first thought was "yeah right, like that is going to help" but i gave it a try anyway. I can now fully advice EMDR to anyone who suffers from PTSD to try EMDR. There's a small group where EMDR will not help but for most people it does do miracles. Look it up for an EMDR specialist in your area, but make sure the person is licensed. It did miracles for me and it only takes a small ammount of energy and input for it to work. After a few weeks already you will notice that a change is happening. Give it a try, it can only make your life better, it for sure will not make it worse. If you want a more detailed experience about EMDR works and how things will go in the weeks to follow and what it did do to me than just shoot me a PM and i'll be glad to explain it.

[@SarahEmily82]

Thanks for educating so many of us on how to treat service animals. Having severe anxiety and health problems myself, I know how brave you must be to do that every time you go out! Have you heard of the “spoon theory”? It’s for people with chronic illnesses and pain. It may help explain to others how it is for people like us. Oh, and Max is soooooo adorable, almost as adorable as your little one!

[@skythomas7008]

Thank you for sharing your videos. I'm looking into getting a service dog as I have PTSD, OCD, Bipolar , Legally Blind, Diabetic and migraines due to stress and anxiety along with possibly Fibromialga. If you have any tips to getting a service dog please let me know and in helping get people to be appropriate around them. Can service dogs other then guide dogs go into everywhere ?

[@shylawebb6546]

That’s great that he helps you I have super bad anxiety especially at school I have moments where everything starts spinning and I start crying for no reason I’ve never passed out though I’m not sure why this happens to me but it’s hard to get out of this not as bad as yours definitely I’m sorry this happens to you your beautiful though your dog is adorable it’s great you have him to help you petting dogs helps stress and anxiety

[@dcam1679]

Thank you! This is very informational and helpful!

[@halesbellss]

I have pots. It’s rough especially with anxiety. Having anxiety, hyperventilating, and then having the high heart rate and chest pains is painful. I have luckily only fainted once but I have put myself on the floor completely blind to prevent it.

[@ovehlu]

Many blessings 🙏

[@user-vu9ui7ln9l]

I am so sorry for people treating like this.

[@andix7512]

I am desperately trying to train my ESA who is a dog better with learning commands to help my anxiety panic attacks and meltdowns. Does anyone have any suggestions? Also I am 100% aware an ESA is not a service dog and that ESA's are not legally allowed to be in stores or any public areas other than housing units or airplanes. Thank you to any of you who have some ideas that could help!

[@Kazoo_Wazoo]

I have a lot of the same issues and I’m currently in the process of being diagnosed with EDS. What’s frustrating is I have vasovagal presycope all the time. It’s terrifying because I can’t see, hear or feel but I’m still conscious. My doctors don’t see a problem with it.

[@makennahickey6329]

I love ur videos ive only seen 2 so far but they r very intresting and definately have taught me how to be more respectful around service dogs

[@rainaryan5373]

Are service dogs in-training allowed in public facilities?

[@ServiceDogPaws]

Raina Ryan It varies state to state. Alabama gives Service Dogs In Traininh the same access rights as Service Dogs

[@vg7735]

Have you had your thyroid tested? I'm wondering how you cope with having a husband and child having all those health issues?! That's amazing.

[@alissajb5070]

Max is so cute. He looks so awkward and funny. Thanks for making the video!! 💗💖

[@Primslim]

Alissa B no you can't say that about Max get away from me you're distracting them

[@alissajb5070]

Overcharged X ...? 😂😂

[@12131569]

I’m trying to figure out the height and weight ratio for mobility service dog. My math skills are shot. How does it work?

[@megancarothers3617]

How did you train him to alert you when you are going to faint?

[@marilynsimmons2560]

Do they have you on any blood pressure meds to slow your heart down because being that your heart is a muscle it can enlarge from the tachycardia causing more issues right?

[@DesertRose63]

Wow! Our medical issues are soooo similar! But mine was military sexual trauma that brought my PTSD on. Keep fighting the good fight 💜

[@ItsMeKelso]

i took a tilt table test for pots after 15 min of standing i developed hot flashes, flushing,rapid heart rate,and full body shaking, iy was so bad i had to get a saline iv with zofran ( anti nausea) and lorazapam (for muscle relaxant)... today mast cell disease was acting up, resulting in a resting heart rate of 160. its frustrating when ur body malfunctions,dont expect doctors to cure you, just do the best u can and educate yourself!

[@harebrainzombie33]

When you go out to places with max do you bring some type of backpack that has certain things in it for when you faint like water, food or things like that for after you come out of a black out? Just wondering. Second question if you are out with friends or family do they check up on you in a type of way like making sure you are still breathing/ your heart is still beating?

[@MelanieAntunes27]

What's that ladder lead to?

[@mrieh5514]

Hello there my sister has hyperglycemia and high anxiety that included panic attacks also passing out, many of your symptoms she has gone through because doctors couldn't at first pinpoint the exact cause. It took some years before her hyperglycemia was found to be the cause. She has to eat nearly every two hours and the food she eats has to be high in protein. Over the years she has found that keeping a lunch pale of boiled eggs and nuts are the best to hold her through. Having candy handy to suck on at all times is a great way to raise your blood sugar. Lots of protein like chicken that is going to stay with you longer. A lot of your symptoms can be reduced with diet. Get a little lunch pale to strap around your chest and always have boiled eggs some nuts and sugar candies. Definitely, research other suggested food that is not processed. My sister would feel sick after eating certain foods. She is always snacking throughout the day. I really hope this helps a little and if you ever need exact food list of what she eats I can get that for you if you need. Stay strong you got this!!

[@NiNJaHealingJourney]

I just got a shelter dog that we are training to be a PTSD and anxiety alert, do you have any tips for training??

[@cheyannestark3423]

Jamie Rae @Dominique, I highly agree with this person. Training videos would be great

[@SakuyaKira24]

-.- syncope does not mean you just faint. Syncope means your heart flutters or beats irregularly. It can cause fainting but you do not have to faint to have it. My sister has it. And how they find out you have it, is by attaching sencers to you and monitoring your heart.

[@jonlamontagne]

Do you have a tiny home? Other than that question nothing is my business nor is it your obligation or need to tell anybody. Thank you for bringing more awareness to service dogs and the fact they are on the job. Also as a person with MS I hope you have been checked for MS, Lyme, and Lupus to name a few things. I have very similar issues just without the fainting.

[@hdalfont]

my best friend has POTS and she has very similar symptoms to you including the nausea, the pain, and the exhaustion which is all caused by her POTS.

[@ClovistheSheep]

I can relate to the stomach problems, migraines, and exhaustion. My doctor has no idea what is wrong, and my anxiety causes me to not want to go and get a specialist analysis. Max is adorable btw.

[@AnitaHaven]

Ugh. I completely understand your frustration with just standing there and everything going haywire for you. I have supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) which my cardiologist described as having an extra little bit of tissue on the heart which interrupts the pulsing signals and my heart rate skyrockets before getting stuck at that rate. The 10 minute walking stress test made my heart rate stick at 207 BPM for 45 minutes or so. I was wondering how you actually started training Max to recognize and alert you to your fainting. I've been searching your videos trying to find that specific part but haven't had any luck. If you have made one would you mind telling me the name of the video so I can check it out? Thank you!

[@BluesBeliever]

I’ve seen some of your videos and it’s so sad how others think they can just go up and talk to your dog. Prayer go out to you! Also how did you get your dog? My family’s trying to get a service dog but we aren’t sure where to start

[@veritoperez7861]

I have found your videos I'm new to your channel and I never knew it was bad to talk to a service dog I never knew it can stress the owner out thanks to your videos I will now no longer bother a service dog thank you your videos inspire me thank you I hope you feel Better I know you have health issues I love your videos ❤

[@ortenciasegovia9107]

So is it possible for me to train my dog into a service dog? Because I have bad anxiety

[@daniL2251]

Have you tired medication and I had so many issues and I went on medication for aniexty and I feel so much better

[@terrimace1827]

You are amazing!

[@jennifern297]

How did you know how to train him? I am self training as well.

[@signingasl9698]

Jennifer Newberry She probably just looked up each individual skill like, alerting, blocking, sit, lay down, blah blah blah.

[@Asheykinzz]

jaim haas anyone else think to yourself how she is trying to be diagnosed with issues? She is making money from these videos so insurance shouldn't be an issue. And a high heart rate during this video could also indicate lieing. She should be self diagnosing herself as a compulsive lier. I found this page? And the more I watch the more I'm getting frustrated with how false these "symptoms" are becoming.

[@QueenSophie]

stop watching her then... and even with 20k views or 300k you only gain 10 to 5$ if you are not connected with a network... and even then they take a pourcentage of your money... you don't post videos you don't get paid for the month so yeah

[@marissamccleskey6712]

She's literally self diagnosing herself

[@peepslostsheep]

No, a doctor using various machines diagnosed her.

[@cutekittenpaws8231]

Sometimes, if I breathe I too hard, my chest usually hurts every time I breathe in..it only happens rarely

[@alisciajones6823]

Hi my name is Aliscia my grandma has anxiety and depression really bad to the point she don’t go out of the house at all and she can’t handle stress well at all plus she has had stroke and heart attack I have noticed when she had little dog a lot of thing where Easier for unfortunately that dog has passed away and I have really considered about getting her another dog but I think a service dog would do her some good for all the problems that she is having what do you think on what kind of service dog out should I start to get her service dog

[@dervlamurphy1774]

Hallo I'm just wondering if you ever got a diagnosis for your chest pain as your description seems to fit what I have however my doctor is saying it is nothing so any pointers would be great?

[@joediver7669]

RE the video in Walmart. Do you really expect passerbys to not comment about your dog to their kids? That is a highly unreasonable expectation.

[@carriehollyland3596]

I also suffer from iron deficiency. As well as migraines and cluster headaches. And just always feeling tired and weak, and get short of breath easily, and get spells of dizziness and lightheadedness. I also suffer from vasovagal episodes where my bp drops very very low very fast, heart palpitations (feels kind of like a flutter in my chest), and random spikes then of high blood pressure. Some of these issues I did find out can be caused by me being anemic. As well as having anxiety on top of that. Am on medication for the anemia, migraines (both preventative and after a migraine/headache has started), and meds for my heart. The repeated vasovagal episodes is the main reason I got my service dog, but she is also going to be trained for helping me with my anxiety as well.

[@madisonlowe7893]

did your health problems affect your pregnancy ?

[@everythingrara]

My grandma always told me the way to tell someone was lying is they will look away hmm.. (note: i do not mean her looking to the left (her right) she is clearly reading something when she does this. I mean her glancing to the right (her left))

[@Glueby]

I have dysautonomia, a rare form of POTS, called NMH. I was diagnosed by the tilt table test which sucked. My heart rate went from 58 too 246 to brush my teeth one time. My heart rate is generally low, though. 60s, generally, until I stand. Blood pressure goes whacky too. You either have it or you don't, so I mean if a doctor suggested you might have it, then they would immediately get you in to a cardiologist I would assume.. That's what happened with me.. Even if they have to take you too the hospital especially since you pass out, I would seriously suggest you go to the ER for it, if you can't get insurance.. I mean, KZbin is money, and then you can get on Medicare or Medicaid especially since you have been diagnosed with a "fainting disorder".. Just a suggestion.

[@mybuffysummers]

ChaseMyLife this is all so true! Where I live the state provides medical insurance if your income is low enough in not sure what she makes on KZbin but it's possible i🙈

[@samiamisme]

I would love to see a video of how to look for a shelter dog to become a SD. You mentioned dropping the metal bowl, which is smart. Could you share other suggestions what to look for at the shelter? I've been watching that new animal planet show that does the same thing. It's very interesting to me. Thanks!

[@emmag1477]

I’m not joking I just scheduled a doc appointment bc they can’t figure out what’s wrong with me and I think I have this! I had a heart monitor on for a month and they said to eat more salt because my blood pressure was off and that’s why I was fainting. And my Fitbit says that my resting heart rate is 125 almost everyday and I’m 14. I’m also always nauseous and my chest always hurts in different pains every time though. I have lots of panic attacks too but I have been diagnosed with several anxiety disorders so that makes sense. I’ve been looking into service dogs and my doctor recommended it. Do you recommend anything when looking for the perfect dog?

[@reinathemalsd]

You are dealing with alot of the same health issues as me. I can't stand for long At all without feeling dizzy, nautious, weak, heat flashes, rapid heart rate. I have daily headaches, migraines. Aalso have a heart problem. ( Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia) high blood pressure, ptsd, depression, hallucinations and anxiety. And sometimes I'll be walking and I will just fall flat on my face out of nowhere. Sometimes I slip sometimes I trip. And I never see it coming it just happens and boom I'm on the ground. My dog will stand over me licking my face. Assuring I'm ok. I totally understand what it feels like to be sick and feel sick everyday. I am also heat sensitive and nautious on the daily.

[@reinathemalsd]

Whenever I fall I never see it coming.

[@viviangardner2205]

Let’s talk! I have POTS and have a feeding tube because of stomach issues.

[@williamtracy4453]

Wow your awesome. I was just diagnosed with PTSD march 9, 2018. Best day ever. I have been repressing it 30 years 😵. Hard to believe I survived it now that I know. Mines military but trauma is trauma. I used to zap on people and became an alcoholic to help repress the beast. I subscribed and will watching some of ur vids.

[@johnstrthr012271]

I have PTSD seizures and bipolar and anxiety plus a lot more health problems too

[@AnneFitness28]

I have the same thing it's called Supraventricular tachycardia or svt for the rapid heart rate

[@toaster6538]

For the people that say she’s is mean and ignorant If she passed out and the dog is distracted and can’t watch her and make sure she’s safe , lots of bad things can happen... Anyway I love max he’s cute💕 Spread positivity people!💕❤️

[@twitchvines2105]

Your videos are amazing my mother has a service dog names dino and I'm trying to learn about how to act around him and stuff like that so you helping me alot

[@dtconk3913]

Max looks so young without his service dog coat

[@cynthiahynes2067]

I can understand where you coming from. Take of your self and never quit till you get a proper diagnosis. We are lucky here in Canada because we have our provincial health insurance, though that means we may have to wait for 6 months to 2 years to see a specialist. I am training my dog to help me. Your videos are inspirational and helpful.

[@chocolatebunny5465]

you could look into getting a daith peircing to help with headaches maybe.

[@fucoff5327]

I feel ya... i have most of these health issues too, anemic. PDSD. Panic attacks, passing out in public. I take iron supplements also but that doesn't completely sovle my issue.