Aug. 26, 2024

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

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

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/

Discover a simple and effective method for loose-leash walking your puppy with my new book Leash Training Your Puppy.

Purchase my new book Potty Training Your Puppy here https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNGRNXNX

RESOURCES:
Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com
Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.com
Dale's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/dalebuchanan

Chapters

01:53 - What is a Service Dog?

05:18 - What is a Therapy Dog?

07:12 - What is an ESA (Emotional Support Animal)?