How do you go about getting a therapy dog for a retired veteran?

April Ranshaw — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 05:00:38 -0400

How do you go about getting a therapy dog for a retired veteran? I know my husband would qualify for one but I don't know where to start to get him one or to get him on a waiting list.

Response by CPT Lawrence Cable made Oct 30 at 2019 9:01 AM

CPT Lawrence Cable — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 09:01:01 -0400

Therapy dogs don't have any special training, so if I were looking for one, I would hit the local humane society. I picked up a terrier mix rescue back in may and if I wanted a therapy dog, she would certainly fit the bill. I work from home most days and she is right by my chair most of the day, then spends the evening on the foot of my recliner.
I like to tell people if they want to see unconditional love, lock their girl friend/wife and dog in the trunk and drive around for about 30 minute and see who licks your face when you let them out ;^).
There are agencies that will register your therapy dog. Be aware that therapy animals in reality have no legal protection like a service animal. A business has every legal right to restrict their entry.