Frequently Asked Questions
What breeds make good therapy dogs?
Many breeds can make good therapy dogs as long as they have the right temperament, obedience, and manners. Off Leash K9 Training Phoenix states that it works with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages, and its Therapy Dog Preparation program is designed to help dogs and owners prepare for therapy dog testing and certification.
A good therapy dog should be calm, friendly, confident, and able to stay focused around people, distractions, and new environments. Breed matters less than the dog’s behavior, trainability, and ability to respond reliably to the handler.
How long does therapy dog training take?
What’s the difference between therapy dogs and service dogs?
Therapy dogs and service dogs have different roles. A therapy dog is trained to provide comfort, support, and positive interaction to people in places like schools, hospitals, nursing homes, or community settings. Off Leash K9 Training Phoenix offers Therapy Dog Preparation, an 8-lesson program designed to help dogs and owners prepare for therapy dog testing and certification.
A service dog is different because it is trained to perform specific tasks for one person with a disability. Service dogs have legal public access rights that therapy dogs do not have. For this Phoenix website, the accurate service to promote is Therapy Dog Preparation, not service dog training, unless the business confirms that service dog task training is offered.
Do you provide therapy dog certification?
Yes. Off Leash K9 Training Phoenix states that its Therapy Dog Preparation program helps dogs and owners prepare for therapy dog testing and certification. The site also says that after successful completion of the program, they can evaluate and certify the dog and owner through Therapy Pets Unlimited.
This should be worded carefully as therapy dog preparation and evaluation/certification through Therapy Pets Unlimited, not service dog certification.
