Overview

• Reggie, a 16-month-old boxer, intervened when Yogi, a French bulldog with severe epilepsy, experienced multiple seizures while home alone in Milford, Connecticut.
• Surveillance footage shows Reggie rolling Yogi over and keeping him upright for three hours, preventing aspiration and likely saving his life.
• Yogi's owners, Sarah McArdle and Craig Strilka, shared the video on Facebook, where it gained widespread attention for showcasing animal instincts and inter-pet bonds.
• Reggie had limited prior experience with Yogi’s seizures but acted instinctively to protect his companion until the owners returned.
• The viral video has sparked discussions about pet epilepsy, the role of companion animals in emergencies, and the value of home surveillance technology.