June 26, 2024 at 6:39 pm

‘She is the goodest girl.’ – Man With Schizophrenia Has A Service Dog That Helps Him Figure Out If He’s Hallucinating

by Ashley Ashbee

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

If you’ve ever hallucinated because of a drug or an illness, you probably know that it can be hard to tell the difference between what’s real and what you are hallucinating.

For TikToker @schizophrenichippie, whose name is Kody, it’s a regular thing.

He shared a video how his service dog Luna helps him figure out what’s real and what isn’t.

“She is trained to greet people on command,” he says in overlay text in the video.

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

Here’s how it works. First Kody says to her, “Luna, greet,” as he points toward the door.

She follows his hand, then looks at him.

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

He uses his TikTok account to raise awareness of schizophrenia. This viral video has over 4 million Likes.

“If she stays sitting and looks up at me, I know they are hallucinations.”

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

If she goes to the door instead, Kody knows there is an actual person to greet.

“She is the goodest girl,” his overlay text says while he pets her face.

His video gets the point across very well despite being short and simple.

See the full video here.

@schizophrenichippie

Luna is amazing and the training she has helpse differentiate between reality and hallucinations. #psychology #paychologyfacts #schizophrenia #mentalhealthawareness #repost

♬ original sound – Kody Green

Here’s what people are saying.

This made me go “Aw.” Dogs are loved so much!

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

I learned a lot from other people’s questions, too.

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

I loved reading other stories about how awesome psychiatric service dogs are.

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

I didn’t know, either and I’m glad they do!

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

Haha! This would probably be a good test for training potential service dogs.

Source: TikTok/@schizophrenichippie

Every day I learn another reason I love dogs. I’m so glad Kody gets this support.

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Ashley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture

Ashley Ashbee is a contributing writer for TwistedSifter specializing in workplace dynamics, employee advocacy, and professional culture. Drawing on her real-world experience as a software consultant, she brings a unique, insider perspective to navigating office conflicts, toxic management, and trending professional dilemmas.

Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.

Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ashley balances her time between the tech and publishing worlds with her love for the outdoors. When she isn’t consulting or writing, she can usually be found exploring local walking trails or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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