Therapy dog training is very popular in medical facilities, mental institutes, retirement homes, and nursing homes. These dogs are trained to provide love, avoid loneliness, and give companionship. This concept was first begun in 1970 in England by an American nurse was working in the health care system. Doctors and other medical experts recognized patients who spent time with therapy dogs, reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and increase their positive attitude. Therapy dogs and service dogs are different. For training your puppy must go through obedience dog training as well as needs to learn social skills. I know you have a question in your mind – How you can train a therapy dog?