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Two golden retriever therapy dogs are smiling, wearing vests, with the text "THERAPY DOGS" above them.

What Makes a Good Therapy Dog?

Therapy dogs are not service dogs. According to the AKC, service dogs are explicitly trained to aid their owners and be with them 24/7 because of a disability or impairment. Therapy dogs are taught to lift spirits for various charity organizations or facilities to boost mental health! These smart doggos are brought into nursing homes, libraries,…