This topic focuses on the specialized training required for
therapy dogs and emotional support animals (ESAs). It explains the
unique skills these dogs need, from remaining calm in stressful
environments to recognizing human emotional cues and providing
comfort. The article covers the step-by-step process of training a
dog for therapy work, including obedience, socialization, and
task-specific training, and the certifications required for therapy
dogs. It also discusses the growing demand for therapy dogs in
schools, hospitals, and mental health care, highlighting success
stories where trained dogs have significantly improved the
well-being of patients, students, and individuals with emotional
challenges.