Dog training as a therapy dog

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Thinking of having your dog trained as a therapy dog? This is wonderful training: the dogs help the humans with whom they interact on many levels.

As dog therapy becomes more and more accepted as a means of helping patients recover from their ailments faster, there are now many hospitals and clinics which encourage therapy dogs.

Children’s hospitals are often open to the idea of dog visits. Since not all children have dogs of their own, some children’s hospitals have their own dog ambassadors. These dog ambassadors are well trained on the proper ways to meet and greet people as well as other dogs.

All dogs that are involved in these dog therapy sessions are certified as therapy dogs, meaning, they have been trained. These ambassador dogs a well-mannered and well-groomed so they are not really a threat to a sick child.

Labradors are often used as therapy dogs because they are very friendly, well-adjusted and wonderful with children.

Your first step in having your dog trained as a therapy dog is having your dog evaluated for suitability. Contact your local vet, who should be able to give you information on programs for training therapy dogs in your area.