What is the difference between a service dog and a therapy dog?
A service dog is trained to support and assist one person. The dog’s attention is focused exclusively on this person. Service dogs often wear vests asking the public not to speak to them or pet them. Examples are dogs for the visually impaired or PTSD assistance dogs.
A therapy dog is trained to offer emotional support and stress relief to a variety of clients, either individually or in groups. The handler is the dog’s chauffeur and butler. Therapy dogs can be greeted and petted by anyone who wishes to interact with them. Examples are dogs who visit nursing homes or colleges, or work as reading dogs for children.
A service dog is trained to support and assist one person. The dog’s attention is focused exclusively on this person. Service dogs often wear vests asking the public not to speak to them or pet them. Examples are dogs for the visually impaired or PTSD assistance dogs.
A therapy dog is trained to offer emotional support and stress relief to a variety of clients, either individually or in groups. The handler is the dog’s chauffeur and butler. Therapy dogs can be greeted and petted by anyone who wishes to interact with them. Examples are dogs who visit nursing homes or colleges, or work as reading dogs for children.
