Service, Therapy, and Emotional Support Dogs: What's the Difference?

Update: 2024-08-26

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Many people need clarification about specialty training for their puppy or dog related to service dogs, therapy dogs, or ESAs (emotional support animals). In this episode, I discuss the definitions, training requirements, and roles each plays in human life.

Related article from AKC: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/service-working-therapy-emotional-support-dogs/

Alliance of Therapy Dogs website: https://www.therapydogs.com/

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