Tears are coming down because I'm so thankful...
 

As I'm sitting here typing this message I'm crying because I'm so THANKFUL I have Rasta in my life. I am 25 years old and ever since I can remember I've been an insulin dependant diabetic(type 1). Today my sugar became dangerously low. With all the committees for my son's school, taking care of my family,etc. Basically putting everyone and their well being before mine had become second nature. I'm a nurse taking care of people is what I do :). I admit I have not been the best with my eating habits...a bite here, a drink of juice there then back to whatever I thought was so important but really could have waited. My sugar became so low I couldn't walk straight I could not see(ever see a tv with really bad reception with the flurries/snow/static? THAT was my vision). My neighbor had to bring me home when she saw me fall and I'm thankful for her help when some ppl would have left me where I was. When some diabetics blood sugar level gets low some of our actions appear "drunken" and most ppl dont want to deal with that. This happened at 1 p.m. Rasta has not left me since I was brought home. Even when I had to use the bathroom :). This 5 month old 2 pound yorkie that I've only had for a little over 2 months has been sitting next to me while I got my bsl back on track, ate something, and even after that is watching me like he's supposed to be my caretaker and not the other way around. I used to be one of those ppl that said a person could never have a friendship with an animal like they could a human. Mutual respect either. Today I have been proven wrong. I just wanted to share my story :). Ladies please dont take your health for granted. Don't let negative feelings/comments bring you down. Don't hold a grudge pray for the person and let it go. And hug your furbabies like you've never hugged them before! Everyday is a blessing

I'm so sorry you had to go through that today. Thank God your neighbor saw you fall and was there to help. Rasta sounds like a little angel. You guys are blessed to have each other.

And yes, it's so easy to take things for granted. Every day is truly a blessing!

Despite what it could have cost you, this is a very sweet story. Imagine a little 5 month old puppy taking care of her mommie but I for one know that is exactly what they do, just the minute they are old enough to know much of anything. Somehow they sense when things aren't right with us and to most of them, it immediately becomes their job in life to stay right with us and get us through the bad times. I tip my hat to little Rasta for knowing his purpose in life and taking it to heart despite his tender months.

And you take good care of yourself from this moment on, okay? Your family and friends and little Rasta need you as much as you need them.

Wow
 

I can't identify with your situation . However, my yorkies will stay by me when I'm sick,too. What a great story!

That was scary. Definitely a wake up call to take better care of yourself, and your gratitude is a wonderful reminder to all of us to not take anything for granted.

Hugs to you and your pupster. Glad you have loyal little buddy there.

Glad you're okay and that you have a little nursedog looking after you now. Hugs, K

So glad you're recovering.

I completely understand your feelings for your yorkie. Their love is pure. That's why I would do ANYTHING for my yorkie. I love her back.

So glad you are ok.

Sorry you are having issues with your health, hope you get back to yourself soon with the help of you little one no doubt. Never underestimate the love and loyalty of your fur babies.

Thank you for all the well wishes!

They really are amazing little ones eh ? Remember, exercise !! Not just good for your pups, but for you too :)

wow you must have a been scared! I def know that these pups are much better support than sometimes even our loved ones! I hope you feel better!

Beautiful story, yes each and every moment of our lives are precious...and so is your little Rasta puppy. My husband is also a type I diabetic. Winston has alerted me to "daddy not feeling well" long before he knows he's not feeling well. How? I don't know, but Winston just knows. Don't be surprised if your little guy does the same...I believe it is instinct. He has "saved" hubby and we are both so grateful and thank God every day for the blessing of him being ours.

Max wakes me up When My Blood Sugars are low
 

I am also a Type 1 Diabetic...My little rescue Max recognizes lows at night. If I below a Blood Glucose level of 50 he will NOT lay down and paws at me until I get up. At first I did not know that's what he was doing, and would beg him to lay down. He was persistent. Now when he wakes up and will NOT lay back down I get up and check. I never trained him to do this and who knows what his life was like before, but he is a great companion to me!

Yorkies love unconditionally! Hang in there and glad you are feeling better. I am also insulin dependent so I know how you felt.........it is an awful feeling. Hugs!!!

so glad your neighbor and rasta were there for you today. try to be sure to eat regular meals for you. if you dont put yourself first you cannot be there to help others. :)

Sounds like you have the makings of a diabetic service dog. You can train her to signs low blood sugar (they levels of different scents on your breath). Just every time you test your blood sugar blow gently on her face if it is low give her a treat. She will soon be able to recognize your different levels and warn you. My friend (type 1) did this with his morkie (4 lbs) and now has a well trained pup to help warn him.

I am sorry you had that issue. It can be very dangerous, as you know. I am not, however, surprised in any way by Rasta's actions. I am a huge 'supporter' of 'animal intelligence' because I have seen so much of it over the years, so I would like to welcome you to the 'dog's are people, too' club. :sidesplt:

I hope you never have to go through that again, but the advice given by Hrossen11:

"Sounds like you have the makings of a diabetic service dog. You can train her to signs low blood sugar (they levels of different scents on your breath). Just every time you test your blood sugar blow gently on her face if it is low give her a treat. She will soon be able to recognize your different levels and warn you. My friend (type 1) did this with his morkie (4 lbs) and now has a well trained pup to help warn him."

...sounds like it might be something you'd want to look into...it might work really well for you with your busy schedule. :)

That is a great idea :). Thank you so much everyone for the responses.

Max sounds wonderful, and it sounds like training Rasta to be an official service dog could be a great idea. Even if not official, if he does like Max, he is worth 10 times his weight in gold. I have a cousin who is type 1, and after she got divorced (before she remarried) I was really concerned about her being alone, as her ex had to intervene several times when she became very hypoglycemic. If you have a dog that can warn you before you get to that point, it is wonderful! There are also ways to train a dog to dial 911 using 1 button, preprogrammed phone in case of coma or seizure.
I found some websites on how to train a DAD (diabetic alert dog).
How To Train Your Own Diabetic Alert Dog - Diabetic Alert Dog 101 - Diabetes / Hypoglycemia Alert Dog Training
GUIDE: Training a Diabetes Alert Dog

Trained or not, it sounds like Rasta is going to be your little angel!