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9 Best Therapy Dogs for Seniors Who Need Help

July 17, 2023 · Dogs
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Border Collie

Border Collies are oftentimes seen as the smartest breed in the world, so it shouldn’t shock anybody that they can be the greatest service dogs.

They are also very easy to train, and most of them love having something to do. Border collies are super good with kids, as they will occasionally “herd” children, which might lead them to accidentally knock toddlers over.

That’s why many feel that border collies aren’t the best choice for those who aren’t that comfortable with children. They are highly energetic breeds, and sometimes they tend to be mischievous if they are understimulated.

You might want to make sure that you can provide a lot of opportunities for them to exercise and stimulate their brain before bringing one into your home.

Pomeranian

The vast majority of service dogs are big and fuzzy, and then there’s the Pomeranian. This dog is a small breed that’s oftentimes capable of helping in service-related capacities.

Naturally, a Pomeranian won’t keep your balance or walk, but he can easily learn to perform a couple of tasks that won’t require a ton of muscle.

They are also incredibly attentive to anything related to their owners, and they love staying busy.

If you really need the help of a service dog but don’t have the lifestyle for big breeds, this is one of the best therapy dogs you could ask for.

Bernese Mountain Dogs

Now back to large breeds: the Bernese Mountain Dogs exhibit some of the most important traits you could look for in a service dog, such as a friendly disposition, impressive intelligence, and a very strong work ethic.

They are also big and strong enough to perform physical tasks, and they are smart enough to learn how to perform complex jobs to help their owners.

Besides, the Bernese mountain dog is usually an easy dog to care for, which makes him a pretty good choice for first-time owners.

He might need the appropriate training, but he’s genuinely one of the best types of service dogs you can find.

You might consider teaching your beloved doggies to become therapy dogs. If that’s the case, then you need to read this book. It’s probably one of the best ones you could read when it comes to this journey.

If you enjoyed reading this article, we also recommend reading: 5 Best Police Dog Breeds That Stay Loyal to Their Owners

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