Incredible video shows service dog forcing mom to drink water to prevent a dangerous fainting episode

Living alone with a chronic illness can often feel like walking a tightrope without a safety net. But imagine having a four-legged companion by your side—one who senses trouble before you do? Well, dogs have an incredible intuition to detect subtle changes in your body, alerting you to dangers even before you notice them. Don't believe us? Meet Bailey, an adorable Australian Shepherd (@serviceaussiebailey on Instagram), who valiantly prevented his owner, Katie, from experiencing a dangerous fainting episode in a truly heart-wrenching video.

On her birthday, Katie faced an unexpected health crisis while doing simple household chores. Fortunately, Bailey was right there, guiding her through it and keeping her safe for the rest of the day, she shared. In the wholesome video, Katie was by the kitchen drawer when Bailey gently nudged her from behind as if telling her to step away and take a break. Just then, a male voice in the background, narrating Bailey’s thoughts, warned, "Mom! Something is wrong. Your heart is beating too fast! Too uneven. I can smell a change with you." Sensing Katie's distress, Bailey instinctively knew that she needed her medication. Once the dog mom sat down, the clever puppy rushed to the refrigerator and grabbed a water bottle for her. Simultaneously, the background voice said, "You need water to take the medicine that keeps you here with me."

Further, Bailey brought Katie her medicines and patiently waited until she took them. "I am sorry I wasn't faster with this. Please don't be disappointed!" the voice said. Interestingly, the dog meticulously sat in front of her mother, using his body as pressure therapy to help Katie with blood flow and grounding. Even after medication, when Bailey realized that Katie was not getting any better, he gently pushed her to lie down on the floor, making sure she was comfortable. The Instagram reel received an overwhelming response on the platform, with 2 million views online. 

Meanwhile, reacting to the clip, @yuliakristi commented, "I knew some dogs are smart, but I still don't understand how they are that genius! Like how?" Similarly, @patricrichardson wrote, "We TRULY do not deserve dogs, nor do we appreciate how spectacular they are!" @nishgodfrey, seemingly moved by Bailey's gesture, commented, "I don’t have any animals, but I will say we don’t deserve dogs. This made me tear up, and now I want one!" @joshwalker shared, "Service dogs are one of the most valuable things if you have epilepsy. They sense them coming even minutes before we realize it. Absolute angels!"

@rebeccaann shared a personal anecdote and wrote, "My mom had seizures, and her service dog, our Yorkie, will smell chemical imbalance in her and do the same. He would make a screaming and yelling call to alert anyone else in the house so we could call 911. Sadly, our Yorkie passed, and my mom was devastated. She passed on within a couple of months after from a broken heart. Dogs are angels!" On the other hand, @jérémymartins said, "There is a special place for dogs and cats in paradise, and there is a special place in hell for those who commit animal cruelty." @nancy_lee_111 commented, "Dogs are the best heroes through and through. I'm sorry you have to deal with this illness, and I am glad your beautiful dog helps you."

You can follow Katie and Bailey (@serviceaussiebailey) on Instagram for more updates on Bailey.