2016-03-09
At Dogville we get this question more frequently than you might think, “Do you think my dog could be a therapy dog?” Today we want to highlight AN ARTICLE THAT TALKS ABOUT THIS VERY SUBJECT. From the article:
“Training involves a joint effort of dog and owner, usually in groups of four to eight pairs. The dog can be any size, any breed, but must be housebroken; nonaggressive; not fearful of strangers, loud or strange noises, wheelchairs or elevators, and able to learn basic commands like sit, lie down and leave it. Good temperament is critical; a dog that barks incessantly, nips or jumps on people uninvited would hardly be therapeutic.”
