A therapy dog is a specially trained dog that brings comfort and happiness to people who need it. They visit places like hospitals, nursing homes, and schools to help make others feel better and bring smiles to their faces. Full definition
These small dogs are great as therapy dogs for hospitals, nursing homes and schools. (topdogtips.com)
Recognizing the powerful impact animals can have on seriously ill patients, most hospitals have permitted visits from therapy dogs for years. (kristenlevine.com)
So you and your dog are a certified therapy dog team and ready to get started in the community! (humaneanimalrescue.org)