WHAT KIND OF DOGS CAN BE THERAPY DOGS?
Any dog that is well socialized and really likes people can do this work. They must be able to work as a team with their owner and must be healthy and clean. Breeds can vary from small to the giant breeds, all are welcome, as well as mixed breeds. The most important requirement is that they are happy and love people and have some basic obedience and manners. WHERE ARE THEY NEEDED? Therapy dogs are used in many places and not all dogs enjoy all types of this work. Your dog may do better with kids or with seniors. Therapy dogs are used to help communicate with seniors in nursing homes. Often they have had pets and had to give up their own dog when they move to the nursing home. It can be wonderful for them to spend time with a therapy dog. Some people do not communicate with humans anymore, but will respond to a pet. WANT TO LEARN MORE? Volunterring your time to brighten someone’s day is one of the most rewarding contributions you can make. Not only will you bring cheer to someone who wi
