Service Dog Alerts Owner Before They Faint

• Fainting Without Warni...
This video is from October 2, 2020.
I do not always feel the syncope (Fainting) coming on. Sometimes it's up to the people around me to see it and help me get safe too.

[@ServiceDogPaws]

As this seems to be trending again. Here’s an update. Max is now retired. I’m remarried. With two boys. Max lives up the road with my aunt. He’s my cousins dog now. And they are so sweet together. I see him all the time. He had a hard time retiring. So getting away from me helped him be able to relax and not the feel the need to alert and be a service dog. He still does when he sees me from time to time. Lol. My current service dog is now 3. She was adopted from a shelter. She’s a 16 breed mutt. Top breeds being American Pit Bull. American Staffordshire. Chow Chow. German Shepherd. And Doberman. And there’s like 4% Chihuahua.😂 Look at my new videos to see her. She started training immediately after being adopted. I spent 2 years training her before for applied to a Service Dog Program here in the US. And she Graduated in 2022. She does many things. Cardiac Alert. Mobility Assistance. Different Guide tasks like finding a specific person for me and bringing me to them. She retrieves dropped items and certain specified objects. She can pull open doors. Turn off lights. Hit handicap door buttons. Crowd Control. Blocking. Hold & carry objects for me. Retrieve my medicine. A drink. Etc. PTSD response. Syncope response. Deep Pressure Therapy (DPT). Blood Sugar. And so much more. She’s the sweetest goofiest girl. Is beyond spoiled. The daughter I don’t have lol. And my absolute best friend. ❤ Some of my disabilities are: Dysautonomia POTS Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome Generalized Joint Hypermobility. Neuropathy Gastroparesis IBS Reactive Hypoglycemia Migraines CPTSD And more 👋🏻👋🏻

[@PumpkinSpice363]

Wow 5 years and your doing updates

[@randomwolf1374]

I know this is off track, but Max’s ears look super soft 🥺

[@jbreezy101]

You ever watch chroniqually jacqui? I figured fainting + Svc dog = POTS

[@ServiceDogPaws]

@@jbreezy101 I watched her all the time until she passed away.

[@ServiceDogPaws]

@@randomwolf1374 they are ♥️

[@arevans01]

Other people to their dogs: SIT Max: WOMAN U NEED TO SITTT

[@Riverracoooon]

A R E P uno reverse card with max

[@sofiathlm7947]

LOL

[@DazzlingPotatoes]

Oh how the turns have tabled

[@ania1923]

Hahahaha

[@todorokishouto9997]

My dog is just CRAZY. 😂😂😂

[@smithterrell92]

Max: Hey hey HEY something ain't right. sit. You: *continues talking* Max: *BRUH*

[@toy_cindy05lolirock37]

smithterrell92 Nice 👍

[@squidfam8493]

TRIGGERED

[@annetteslife]

smithterrell92 jack off

[@NikiaDelaney]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@aimeewyatt6749]

smithterrell92 so funny when i read your cammaet boy I was lol so hard

[@Queenlexirexi]

That worker wasn’t disrespectful and actually understood that’s a first I’ve seen and max was great

[@lindathrall640]

Tommie Kun GOOD MOVE ON THE STORE EMPLOYEES PART

[@amandahudson431]

It's people that try to pass any animal as service/emotional support that gets crazy

[@sammi-joreviews1135]

He really was great. I remember the early days after I got my first guide dog for the blind. I was the only person in our county with a service dog. It felt at times like explaining was never going to end. Today, I’m grateful I was an instrument to be a part of educating the public, esp the talks I gave at the schools. The teachers arranged times that coincided with the children learning about the senses. My dogs were miracle balls of fur. 😊 After I got my first dog, I was able to take my girls trick or treating for the first time in nearly 10yrs. Mof, that first night Halloween, my dog Dori actually pulled me, my oldest daughter, & my youngest who was in a stroller, across the road quickly bc a drive had turned onto the road & was speeding to the point of nearly hitting us. One of our town police officers saw it but couldn’t engage in pursuit bc he wasn’t comfortable hauling a** after him, but he did get the guy. He was caught speeding in town later & they threw the book at the guy. After the loss of my last guide dog, I didn’t have the heart to get another. My last dog worked into retirement. I didn’t want him to feel left out if I’d got another dog. I didn’t want to retire him to family as I did with my previous dog. I don’t get out a whole, whole lot. I’ve also gotten extremely proficient with my cane. Most store/restaurant employees know me so if I end up going the wrong way, they let me know. I’ll eventually get another dog. It won’t be anytime soon. I’ve raised two daughters who are ten years apart in age while my husband worked out of town for his job. He’s home. Our girls are grown. So, we’re good. Give your four legged friend a scrunch from a (previous, tho not currently) service dog handler. 🐾❤

[@emilyschulz907]

Call 911 Nex time

[@ServiceDogPaws]

You want me to call 911 and go to the hospital every time I faint? No thanks lol

[@shorty5668]

It just blows my mind that we can train dogs to do all this stuff for our health.

[@raeechllee]

I think dogs might be the cure for covid-19

[@ahahahamike8081]

im teaching my dog basic guide dog commands so that in a emergency he can find our front door, backdoor and the bottom of the stairs.

[@skypie5374]

Ikr they can detect cancer! How cool is that!!!

[@vanessapeotter8688]

I know it's shocking

[@emmyblackbloodedqueen4030]

They are smart creatures after all ☺️

[@lindamarshbts-army774]

When you didn't listen to max he is like if you don't laydown i will make you laydown

[@btsa.r.m.y7752]

I swear us armys are everywhere! Hi

[@jackelineguatzozon5211]

@@btsa.r.m.y7752 hi same Army right here 😂

[@katacheese3384]

Hi army!

[@kiritokirigaya6716]

No matter what type of comment serious or joking but if the person have any bts profile u guys just dont care huh. Im sick of ppl blabbering about this shit. Could u guys pls shut up for once. Ive never seen someone with bts profile having normal replies

[@kionnaarielle6543]

@@kiritokirigaya6716 someone’s mad lol

[@ServiceDogPaws]

Update Years Later. No, I am no longer with my ex husband. Yes, he beat me daily. Strangling me unconscious, holding me upside down out of windows saying he was going to drop me and kill me, beating me any time I tried to leave and more. Years later, I'm remarried to one of my close childhood friends I've known for over 10 years. We've been married almost a year now. And we are currently expecting baby #2 (our first together). Liam, my son in the video, is so excited to be a big brother. I have a loving husband who helps me daily with my medical. He helps me set up my IV bags for my infusions 6 days a week. He helps me when my blood pressure is bottomed out and I'm tachycardic. I have Dysautonomia which is Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction. My brain sends the wrong signals to my body. So my blood pressure bottoms out, my heart can go up to 180bpm from standing and walking around. That's what causes the fainting. And there's a video somewhere on my channel of me being diagnosed. I have PTSD as well. (Obviously). I currently have Max. He's getting ready to retire. And I have a new puppy that is training to take his place. So I hope everyone can take some time to check out my more recent videos. And where I am at now in my life. Thank you all for the support. I love you guys! And over the years, I have learned how to cope better with my anxiety in public and how I react. So please don't hold this against me. But I am in a way better place now than before..❤️

[@jessbe6544]

Thank you so much for sharing this hope everything goes good in your life!

[@ellamayclarkson4341]

Hi, In the video it mentioned that you have POTS. (Unsure whether u still have it or have been diagnosed with something else) but I understand what it is like to live with someone who has POTS. It is a hard thing to live with. My mother has POTS except her bpm gets extremely high tho it is not so bad that she passes out but she often feels like she will. Thank you for sharing this with us. It is great to see someone else that goes through similar and to know that we are not alone both with or closely related to someone with POTS.

[@ServiceDogPaws]

Pots is a form of Dysautonomia. So it's still the same diagnosis. It's actually a lot more common than originally thought.

[@yeseniagalaz2673]

I ALWAYS felt a vibe I'm never wrong almost like all of you were scared I hated how careless he was at Wal-Mart with you. Like hold her damn hand or don't tell baby bad he is son worried for his Mommy. But I'm glad ur doing better now in your relationship at least I know your health will always be there but now maybe you beint happy you can stress and worry less lol..

[@haniahhaniah905]

Omg dude I'm so glad you divorced him. In the videos all I see is how uncaring and unmoved he is by anything. He acts like he just gets annoyed by the whole situation. Hugs and good vibes from me to you. So glad you are with a person that loves you.🤗

[@Lilee177]

That worker had such a good atitude! He was really kind. Also Max was being so persistent, looking after his momma.

[@annieberardino8732]

I’m going to shout out to the employee, he didn’t fight you about being on the bench and he even offered a wheelchair for you. Ace employee right there.

[@hennessygarciahg]

Yeah, and he was asking questions. You can tell he wants to get educated on service animals.

[@jamyamosely4573]

1:30 Max: THIS is what I've been trained to do! "SIT DOWN!" Now you are safe!

[@ServiceDogPaws]

+LillyPotter352 yes 😂

[@debpalmtag9901]

Ok so here you go. Talking to a stranger in depth about your medical conditions is more important to you than max trying to do his job??? Pls young lady give up already.

[@OfficiallyGracie]

Deb Palmtag unless you have a chronic condition, you can’t understand that she may not have been feeling it until the moment she said “actually...” the moment it finally hits you it’s like a wave, it’s not always a lead up.

[@austi16]

Munchausen

[@TheArmybrat12]

@@austi16 wtf? NOT. POTS is VERY real and can be VERY SERIOUS. Unless you deal with chronic illness you shouldn’t judge someone based on a few minutes of video out of a 24 hour day. Having a chronic illness is very exhausting and there’s times that even though you know the consequences you try ignoring it just for a few minutes of “normalcy”. Doesn’t mean you’re faking it all

[@lindzl4640]

Baby:MOM IM ON MY WAY TO HElP YOU Dad:looks around Baby:secretly sneaks out Dad:still looking around Baby:MOM IM HERE I wILL SAVE YOU Dad:Hey NO NO No YOU CANT DO THAT Baby:sorry mom I tried Edit:omg thx so much for the likes

[@emilybrown8334]

He was so nice about it too 😂 like He went to hold her and then he got snatched up 😭

[@skypie5374]

Ikr

[@MaximilienBailly3]

Can your child help you cope with what is happening to you, or should he not interfere?

[@amber_esclipes9363]

MBC 23 r/whoosh

[@melissaevans4396]

If the dog can lay on her why can’t the kid?

[@lexievans5388]

I love how your husband just picks up your son and goes no that's a bad kid 😂

[@oliviapags1062]

Silver Fox that was my fave part

[@SebastianWolfLove]

I think he was trying to be of service too. Kids have hearts of solid gold man 😭

[@xpsychdollx]

Toddlers and kids could sense certain things..when her son started to cry I knew she was gonna black out or faint..but he wanted to help lol

[@SebastianWolfLove]

Danielle S Evarts totally agree. You can tell, right when he cries.

[@AshleyStevens95]

He doesn't tell the kid he's a bad kid.. he says "no you can't do that"

[@miadifferent7306]

I feel for that kid. It must be hard for such a tiny human to watch one of their parents pass out.

[@peachy3450]

I actually found it really hard to hear him cry when his mom first got on the floor because he was clearly anxious. And then he got down next to her and his dad literally ripped him away and scalded him I thought it was extremely badly handled. I really feel for the child

[@charlottedrew9714]

@@peachy3450 it is unsafe for him to do that the dad done the right thing

[@peachy3450]

@@charlottedrew9714 it’s not so much what was done, I understand it wasn’t safe, it was more the way in which it was done that I have an issue with.

[@beautifullyanimatedspeaks3301]

@@peachy3450 Facts. 💯❤‍🔥 And he said the baby was "a bad kid". He's a baby. You have to work with him so he can learn what to do.

[@elizabetholiviaclark]

@@beautifullyanimatedspeaks3301 Maybe we should let other people raise their own children.

[@laurenmurphy5601]

I love that the gentleman asks the questions without getting too close. And I love that he says if you need help he is there! He was very respectful while being curious.

[@sarahbarton4977]

The way he lays over her is so sweet

[@soulcompanionk9s573]

Everyone that has commented on Dom's other videos saying that she's faking and Max isn't a real service dog needs to see this. You have done an awesome job teaching Max! I love his persistent alert and then how he holds his cover. He is more well trained then a lot of professionally trained service dogs that people pay ten thousand dollars or more for.

[@ServiceDogPaws]

Thank you so much!

[@jonahlippmann7937]

i agree

[@WindsofChange]

Are you kidding me? He is obviously so completely legitimate...and she's done a GREAT job with him...some people are dumber than a tree stump.

[@WindsofChange]

And alot of us who have real service dogs agree with her. Lack of agreement with someone means nothing other than there is a difference of opinion. I am a pro trainer and pro trainers themselves see things differently. Where the buck stops is where the law begins aboslutely. Some of those "important rules" have no backing in law...like 4 on the floor for instance, that has no legal backing anywhere- they are rules that some handler wants to enforce on another handler to feel important. It is a very good guideline when safe and possible, but it is not a rule. What does have legal backing is not to have them sit at tables on chairs and eat off of utensils meant for people. There might be very legitimate reasons someone may need to pick up their small service dog...working a small service dog is somewhat different from working a big one. If a dog needs to get on a couch to task, then that is also allowed. And ignoring an alert at times is very common for most with alert dogs....but because of the dog at least they know that they are in the danger zone while they choose, (inadviseably as it might be) to carry on with what they were doing. While I might disagree with someone I'm adult enough to see it for what it is...a difference of opinion. As long as they are following what the law says (and not my version of what the law says or yours but the letter of the law) then no one has a single thing to say to them legitimately. If her dog tasks and behaves in public (which clearly it does) under federal law it can be considered a fully trained dog regardless of what you or anyone else's opinion is. If she wants to hang on to the in training thing beyond that (which i actually reccomend because the law standard isn't up to MY standard of completion)...it is her business. Some states allow dogs in training (like mine). So.....so what if she or you or someone else considers it still in training...it's the law that matters. So unless you can back it up with laws...it's all just your opinion and in the end your opinion doesn't matter for squat...neither does mine. So why don't we, as handlers and trainers, be adult enough to say this is my idea of what is good and right and quit couching it as some rule or law that a person is breaking and condemning them for that- are we, as a community, really that weak? Why don't we back off people that are clearly progressing in an orderly manner and save it for someone who is actually causing a problem rather than trying to make ourselves feel more valid and important by trying to knock someone else down. There are NO red flags, save the red flag of people taking unfair pot shots at others for their own entertainment and self worth. Stop it!

[@soulcompanionk9s573]

Rebecca Darnell For the record I am a professional dog trainer (basic - advanced obedience, competition obedience, service dogs, search and rescue dogs) and I can tell you having a dog trained for you doesn't mean anything. I have trained dogs to do some amazing tasks just to have it go home and then the Handler doesn't follow through with the training. So then you have an expensive, glorified pet who goes with you everywhere and doesn't do a thing for the Handler. You asked why have a service dog if you ignore the alert. Well Max continued to do his job and get more persistent and Dom did end up listening to him and laid down instead of passing out, falling and bashing her head on the floor. You say he is only in training. I don't know how much more trained you need. They could easily pass a public access test and I saw 2 trained tasks that he performed. Just because he is still learning new tasks doesn't make him "in training". From what I saw, they are well within the ADA requirements to be a service dog team. As for the couch incident, ok so she made a mistake. That has nothing to do with Max. If you noticed, she chose to lay on the floor this time. We all make mistakes, especially if an illness is affecting us at that time.

[@isabellasmith5280]

Lol your husband was asking about finally fantasy ( if I am correct) while you are on the floor passed out. Also when he picks up the child and say " no that's a bad kid" I laughed so hard

[@signingasl9698]

Izzy Gamer 3:51 is when Chase (the husband) picks up Liam (the son).

[@melissapate672]

Izzy Gamer, I️ never saw her unconscious

[@signingasl9698]

Melissa Pate 4:14

[@swirlingfizz9990]

Isabella Smith sane lol

[@Audiogeek-kf2ez]

What us the husband supposed to do . Her knows his wife routine when this happens. He stays close, monitors his wife while talking to a person. No need to panic when you know what us going to happen . Arrogance and ignorance are no excuse to insult a person with a disability.

[@elsas5575]

Max is so insistent! Good dog! I remember when you were first training cover and he would wiggle off of you after a few moments. I love to see amazing progress like this. Go team!

[@AliCatoe]

Im so sad to know that she was abused by her husband while having a health problem. Im glad she divorced him already

[@cheshirewolf1574]

Wait really?

[@eeeee3259]

Wait what!??!??

[@AliCatoe]

@@eeeee3259 yes. Actually it is pinned in the comments by the creator

[@kjbuchanan63]

it's sweet that Liam wanted to comfort you like he sees Max do.

[@SweetNightmares_]

Max: SIT DOWN NOW! THIS TIME IM TELLING YOU TO SIT! You: *talks* Max: WHAT DID I JUST SAY?!

[@harlotOFa7x]

awe your boy just wanted to make sure mommy was ok (i understand why he can't be on you during an episode though). he's so adorable and has a good heart. I love watching your videos. max is such a good pup and has come such a long way!

[@ServiceDogPaws]

+Jennifer Mead lol he wanted boob. He's still breastfeeding 😂

[@harlotOFa7x]

Ah lol well the boy knows what he wants!

[@ServiceDogPaws]

I am supposed to. But he won't. He isn't ready. And If you just stop it can actually traumatize them. I have to wait until he's ready

[@harlotOFa7x]

can't blame him for trying! and each kid is different, same with each parents opinions on how they do certain things. if she doesn't want to take the chance of traumatizing him, that's her decision, plus some kids are a little more resistant to weaning, so it depends on everyone's circumstance you know? I think as long as everyone is taken care of, let her keep doing what she is until both her and her boy are ready :) I agree though about the meds, but her concerns about her baby are what matters most.

[@ServiceDogPaws]

Yeah, he is NOT doing it. I've been trying. He goes to his grandparents for maybe an hour? I take care of him the rest of the time. I'm sure I can manage an extra hour. I do need to be on meds. Absolutely. But I'm not going to affect my son when he is not anywhere near ready for it.

[@flatbutts6351]

Today I had my 100th seizure today for this year I also faint, I have POTS, were trying to figure out why my seizures are so bad. I’m getting a dog trained to do the same stuff max does!! His name is pickles, he’s a blue heeler mix, we rescued him a few months ago. Today I decided that I’ll go to the store with out pickles, I started to feel bad but I didn’t pay much mind to it. I collapsed and had a seizure.... people called the hospital because I didn’t have pickles with me and he has patches that say that it’s normal, I also had my papers in there. Sooooo what I learned today is don’t go places alone with out your service dog!

[@amberseavey2070]

Flat Butts if u would be dead dork

[@theskyisonfire]

I have POTS to

[@hanahc3525]

@@amberseavey2070 why would they be dead

[@Aduysvmncmkouyf]

I wish you a very happy life.

[@rennells]

He's a hard worker. He's taking care of you and the baby

[@copingwithbehcets6947]

Good boy Max! Also, good for you for taking the time to talk with the employee about service dogs, including the various medical alert dogs that exist :)

[@cssruth]

That guy just really wanted to learn all about service dogs that's kinda cool that he had the intention to learn not to harass.

[@aloevera8752]

I am obsessed with your videos. Max is sooooo adorable and he takes such good care of you, it’s amazing.❤️❤️

[@henlo4805]

Grace D Equine hey so I actually went to canby fair grounds today, my number is 4125 holler if you see me!

[@ellyneiswonger5887]

Grace D Equine I agree

[@thomascampbell350]

I know it sucks to have people constantly asking about your dog but you answering his questions is what ends the ignorance so thank you for going ahead and answering questions 🙏🏻

[@lindaingram7537]

What a wonderful and well trained dog. He is a blessing.

[@HoneyS143]

I love how considerate the dude was at the beginning of the video. I like how he wanted to learn more and once he found out that she may need to sit down or lay down at any point he said that there was a bench close by. Some people are just nice. ☺️👌🏻

[@tiacarter3504]

Your kid has a heart of gold. I love how he was also trying to help you. I know he can’t but I love how your safety was his first priority. Max also did an amazing job and deserve a treat for how persistent he was. I was literally screaming at the screen for you to sit down when he was nudging your leg and you weren’t listening.

[@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788]

I’m so glad that service dogs can be trained to alert for syncope. That is incredible!

[@knotjustknitsniagara]

So I love how sweet and considerate this employee is being to you. His questions are gentle and he's just trying to educate himself 🥰 Then there's chase who's worse than the interrupting cow.. 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@simonefilter1890]

It's absolutely amazing to see the dogs reactions and how he senses everything!

[@ServiceDogPaws]

♥️

[@apersonwhosayshey7084]

Your service dog is so sweet and protective I’m so proud you have Max

[@1Life2Live007]

Max is watching everyone super close as they walk by. Such an awesome dog.

[@lisabitchop174]

I love how in some of the videos she’s not afraid to tell people to not mess with her dog and that she’s “a savage” it’s great that she has the confidence to do that.

[@Ellemenopea97]

Max worked so hard for you that day! I love seeing how blessed you are to have your awesome service dog.

[@ilovegameslibb2917]

What a good boy ! He barely got distracted.

[@christinacaggiano7704]

Love how well trained he is! Great job! Hope you feel better!

[@portiamatthews9654]

My dog detects when my blood pressure is too high and she knows where my pains are on my body. When I passed out one time I was out for a long time. She was right there with me.

[@wordreet]

You are awesome for uploading these vids of your problems. Not only is it supportive for others to see it, but it's educational too. So many people would never want to reveal this kind of stuff. Max is awesome for being able to do what he does for you at such a young age. Chase is awesome because, obviously he stands by his woman. Did that sound corny? Meh. And Liam is hilarious!! :¬D

[@wordreet]

Oh my goodness! That sounds so horrible! So with the medicine, you don't get the migraines? i'm thankful that I only get two or three a year. My mum used to get migraines a lot when she was in her 40s while she was working as a nurse. But she got better and had a nursing career right up to retirement age. She's 87 now, still drives a car and has enjoyed her life. Keep being inspired kiddo!! :¬)

[@maddyl1610]

wordreet I haven't had a migraine since I have started the new medicine which is a relief. The kind of migraines I get are Occular migraines which are horrible.... it does have some horrible side effects but side effects only last a week or 2... June 4th marks 2 years since this all started... the sad part is I have to get a tutor(aka homeschool basically) for school and my mom and dad are really disappointed in Ohio health..... I even had nose surgery to se air that will help and it didn't.... It's like none of the doctors care about my symptoms... I have gone through 2 peditritions, ENT's, and sooooooooo much more....

[@wordreet]

All I can do is wish you luck that you'll find something this year. :¬)

[@torieortega6683]

wordreet yes!! Super educational I feel like it also helps prevent people from staring it when they see this in person (just bc people are obviously gonna stare at something they don’t understand and probably haven’t seen before).

[@adoriaanneise2393]

Yes, very.

[@jimmie200]

I inherited a stroke alert dog. He's a 125 pound Doberman. His owner started getting strokes when he was 40. He is 65 now. He had six strokes between 40 and 65 . About four years ago he got Duke. He said he was laying in bed one day and Duke came up to him and pushed his nose into his ear really, really hard. The guy said it really hurt. He said it felt like he was trying to push his ear through his head and out the other side. Two days later the guy had a stroke. Duke was trained as a puppy for this. He works by commands; stop, go, back, stay, sit. He is unbelievably calm and sweet to everyone and every dog. I have never met or had a dog that is so even tempered and calm. Whoever trained him did it with patience and kindness, I can tell.

[@jennycastaneda8839]

When your service dog is alerting you of something, you listen to them.

[@smileyface9874]

I loved these videos with just little experience you have on a day with max and your family

[@niamhmcdermott7512]

Watching this after seeing how attentive Austin is makes me so happy that you and he found eachother. As usual Max did awesome and this is a great way to educate people

[@karahjuul269]

Liam: daddy daddy daddy mommy's on the floor I must lay on top of her like doggy and make her ok Chase: nuuuu bad Liam u can't do that

[@averybrown6541]

He’s all like look mommy I know what I’m doing I’m doing my job yay look at me I’m so good at my job and I’m so happy!!!

[@LeightonT]

I find this really neat! I never thought about service dogs or any service animal being able to tell you and help you with this kind of stuff!! He is a very good boy and I love how the employee was really nice and very understandable

[@taniecortazar506]

I love when people ask because they genuinely want to learn about it like he did.

[@elizabethrafferty5064]

I've had 2 SD, 1 professionally trained and 1 was my mutt puppy (rescue dog). The first dog would not pick up any signs on me (the company took back the dog). My new mutt puppy by 4 months old was able to sense something wrong and would start pawing me and eventually covering me when I seized and stayed till I was able to communicate with him. He is now my SD and my baby. Its awesome to see that your Max is tied emotional with you.

[@elainebach394]

I am so sorry you have these physical problems. I will be praying for your healing. But its great that you have max to help keep you safe. Just remember to listen to his sweet insistance that you lay down. God bless you.

[@dragoness3606]

I know it's a no no for good reason but it both broke my heart and warmed it at the same time when your son was worried and just wanted to cuddle you. The dog is wonderful keeping you from getting hurt. I would be scared to death of a full faint from a standing position.

[@izziebrady8544]

That worker was so nice I've never had a worker been that nice to me when I'm out with my service dog

[@yippee8570]

Bless him! Made me cry. What a lovely dog.

[@artthefangirl9644]

I love how understanding the employee was! Good on him!

[@haileydavis9435]

I love you and Max so much. Max is such a well trained service dog.

[@danielnevin1547]

Respect to that employee. He was so understanding and very nice offering a wheelchair for her.

[@48Amberly]

I am so happy I stumbled across videos about Service Dogs!! If I was a customer and I stumbled across this scene in a store I would have been shocked and confused and horrified by the nonchalance of the man with the baby with this woman laid out on a floor and a dog on top of her. These videos are very educational.

[@adriannaestwick397]

Bless max & you… this made me cry seeing u like this

[@madalynives6555]

I just want to say u r a real role model for me I have a service dog and I have even be taking him to school with me because have proven to me that it is OK for me to take my dog every where.... thank you

[@nicolareay8460]

Im so glad you listened in the end, it so hard to admit defeat , you just wanna keep going, its frustrating too I love yr sense of humour, its wicked like mine.l hope tomorrow is a better day for you

[@Katapillars]

I absolutely love this. Gold star for Max 🌟 you are blessed to have him by your side

[@teresaromine7198]

Omg I'm so emotional I'm so grateful for your dog n husband n the employees who are so kind I love you God bless you all

[@leonhunter2205]

Max is the goodest boy I’ve ever laid eyes on

[@christinatyree2280]

I wanna say sorry for what you have been through, no one should have to go through that, I'm glad Max is so we'll trained and is able to help you... And I'm super happy that your properly educate people, about what a service dog actually is....

[@ShavonneRitchie]

That's AMAZING how intuitive he is and how he laid on top of you to keep you still.

[@zoebossie1653]

Max is an absolutely amazing example of a real service dog. What a good boy!

[@hannahklebe9980]

I really am digging these videos. You learn so much. As a dog lover I want to pet every dog I see but now I know better. These videos are so informational!

[@kellyisbill6583]

I love your channel. I'm a POTSie waiting on my service dog to finish training. He is 4 months away from finishing according to his trainer and i see him when i can. My short times with him has made a big difference and im glad you have max! Your channel is helping me understand and prepare for the things i will soon have to face myself.

[@hayleeholmes9034]

It amazes me on how he helps you and that you listen and treat him well, keep on going

[@Khaos-9653]

I love your videos. Some of us really need your voice. Thank you for all you and max do.

[@chronically.advocating]

I'm actually quite surprised at how few people still today don't realize that there are service dogs for many different disabilities not just guide dogs for the blind. I knew there were many different service dogs despite not being taught about them. I do want to thank you for educating people on the rules, laws, and etiquette associated with owning and encountering service animals. Directly about this episode I know you're stubborn, but I hope now years later you listen to your service dogs when they tell you to sit down.😉 By the way love the little thumbs up with the ruffled hair that right there is reality at its finest!

[@ashlyn_28]

This is the best service dog I've ever seen very good job with your work and maxes work! I subscribed and turned on notifications have a great day!

[@rylanduncan2591]

I've watched so many service dog videos with rude workers, but that guy was so kind and understanding it was a nice refresher. I'm glad you're doing well!

[@amaksim]

Thank you for sharing this. Watching your experience and how much Max helps you teaches so much. I think more people need to see this to understand the importance of service dogs.

[@loveanddreambig]

Props to you. You seem to handle everything so well. I have POTS, too, but it’s not severe (yet). I’ve only fainted once, but have come super close a bunch of times. It’s really scary.

[@rixen7420]

When you faint is it like going to sleep for a minute? Because that's how I see it.

[@snigdhapatibandla9120]

That's not the problem tho. If she was standing she would suddenly fall to the ground and hurt herself sometimes severly

[@tweets009]

@@snigdhapatibandla9120 that wasnt the question but yeah it is true, and to answer the question i guess its like being asleep in a way? not exactly but ye

[@francessmith1875]

Depends if ur heart is racing because when I start to feel like I’m going to pass out I’ll start panicking,passing out doesn’t really feel like sleeping because anytime I think I’m going to pass out from anemia feels like I’m dying (causes a lot of panic before and even after)

[@cassidywilliams5698]

Charlene Fraley it’s more like you’re awake, then you’re not, then you’re awake.... like a lapse in time but not like sleeping. At least for me. This is also what seizures feel like for me.

[@kuramitokurahi]

It feels like you have TOO MUCH SLEEP to stay in your feets. It happened to me once and I just "fell asleep" after feeling like I couldn't control my body and too numb to think straight. You don't even feel the fall (I hit my head with the door and slipped to the floor after passing out). You just wake up laying in the floor with the same feelings as before (before you pass out)

[@user-ym4or6ld9v]

Thankyou for uploading these videos. I was aware not to pet/talk to them. Never knew you weren’t suppose to make eye contact. Loved the part where your son tried to see what was going on, lol. Such a beautiful family you have!

[@sofiapetrovic4471]

I love your videos and think it’s amazing that your teaching the public about service dogs and why they are there. Not only do you do that but you demonstrate what he does and what each signal means

[@grey4880]

I ‘m glad that max does his work very well

[@zaydior1948]

aweee he was worried about his mommy that is so cute

[@Joaopereira-dh3dw]

No

[@chefmami6056]

Love that you took the time to explain to him what it is MAX does.... ❤❤❤ blessings and prayers....

[@lms4712]

Absolutely phenomenal. Max is such an amazing service dog. He is so In tune to you & your disability. Not a single sole on this planet can say this is not a service dog. This really should serve as an educational video as to how a service dog reacts to his owners needs & how one properly behaves. ❤ much love, thank you for sharing. Max is adorable.

[@bonelesspizza150]

Max: You might wanna lay down Dom: just keeps talking Max: you NEED to lay down at this moment Also Max: Once you lay down, I'll start mouthing your hand lol

[@mikeperkov9176]

Truly amazing, dogs are such wonderful creatures, it was a dog that saved my life when suffering from ptsd became too much and I considered suicide , till a beagle came into my life a few days later and whenever I would start to trigger , he would shower me with love and distract me from my downward spiral of remembering traumatic events , service dogs are such a god send

[@ebonylaster1405]

I have a heart condition and have a LVad and internal defibrillator i also suffer from ptsd and anxiety my moms dog just had puppies and she let me pick one out to have trained as my service my youngest daughter named her coco your videos are helping alot for what i need to get ready for and seeing this actually makes me feel good about having my freedom back and being able to go places with my children again

[@jolenabeanz5775]

Thankful for stumbling across your videos. I have learned so much. 💕

[@applsyder24]

Omg max is soooo cute and u r so lucky to have him

[@cat_atonic0538]

I love your videos so much i love how u share your life becuz not alot of ppl know whats its like and its good to know btw your kid is so adorable liked the vid

[@angelbivins5508]

You, and your family are fantastic. Kudos to Max. Im sure that your son has learned how to help mommy by now and that's fantastic too.

[@sharlie-kaybarlow6933]

Wow your dog is amazing. To have him is a beautiful blessing

[@giannapignetti1189]

Max is such a good boy and u have amazing people to help u

[@natashamillick-mai30]

The dog gets talked to like a human while the kid gets talked to like a dog.. poor kiddo.

[@mariannefunnell274]

Thank you for posting this, I would have been so alarmed to see someone unconscious on the floor. This helps well meaning people like myself to better understand a situation like this. I am sorry for your troubles, but So thankful you have your amazing dog to help you.

[@alyssacook5999]

You are my favorite youtube channel. You taught max how to do tricks and I think that is so amazing. You have such a kind heart for everyone. Thank you for educating us on service dogs and what not to do just incase we come across one. ❤❤

[@shyannbarnard3984]

Awwww it was so cute and sad when your son ran over to you and held your face. I almost cried when your bf/husband (I don’t know) pulled him away. 🥺😍❤️❤️

[@peachy3450]

Me too, it made me a little angry actually

[@AngelaShrum]

Babies and kiddos feel these things too. I have PTSD and Seizures, and sometimes my now 7yo will alert me before I know it's coming. I try to keep that side away from him (bc he gets scared and wants to help), and am trying to get a service dog (they cost like $17k from what I hear), but it'd really help me as a single mom. My PTSD is much better, I rarely have episodes, but my seizures just started September 2019 (never happened before then), and I can't get a grip on detecting them. It scares me. I also have major anxiety disorders and chronic migraines. Deep pressure helps. I really want a seizure dog. Do you have any advice? Edit - also, I think it's great your husband remained calm, for you, the surroundings, and letting your child know it's okay. My family does the same thing, especially if my son is around. One removes him while the other stays with me. Maintaining calm is so helpful.

[@Rae-kp1cw]

Try CCI SERVICE DOGS

[@Amberlicous5568]

Everyone of your videos makes me cry, not because I'm sad, but because first of all I'm an animal LOVER and astounds me how they are so loyal and save their owners from injury/death

[@mousemagnussen246]

I'm sorry you had a bad day, is have had a bad day my my chronic disabilities too. You can train max to your low blood sugar

[@ServiceDogPaws]

I plan on it. Just haven't yet lol

[@mousemagnussen246]

Service Dog Paws Okay💜

[@mousemagnussen246]

Service Dog Paws Have you tried Sea Bands for your nausea, they help me a lot

[@ServiceDogPaws]

Sea beads??

[@user-ny2ui1lh7s]

What?