Cat Comforts Owner by Detecting Her Seizures Before They Happen

When Issy experienced her first seizure in November 2024, it left her with more questions than answers. The sudden onset of episodes changed the rhythm of her daily life, creating a sense of uncertainty that made even familiar routines feel unfamiliar. She told Newsweek that the condition felt isolating, especially as the seizures continued and she tried to understand what life with them would look like. What she did not expect was the quiet comfort that would come from her cat, Bobby, who slowly began to notice the signs she could not always see.

Issy said that Bobby started alerting her to major seizures by staring intently at her in the moments before one began. Over time, he added more signals, such as kneading, meowing,

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