Golden retrievers have long been popular as emotional support animals and family pets in the US. They're beneficial for patients due to their patience and friendliness. Plus, they're trainable.
Golden Retriever
These intelligent, friendly canines are terrific with all ages and train well. Corgis are lively dogs, so they're not for everyone. Corgis' energy can be channelled by owners who take them out.
Corgi
They want your focus and will repay you tenfold. Anyone who needs to bring an animal for emotional support on a flight can do so without any trouble. They are unconcerned by shifts in circumstance.
Yorkshire Terrier
The wolfhound, a gentle giant, makes a great pet. It was originally bred as a big game hunter but is now a family dog. It's a calm dog that needs lots of room to play.
Irish Wolfhound
Chihuahua temperaments differ. Chihuahuas can be caring and supportive with early socialisation. They love hugging and playing with their owners.
Chihuahua
German shepherds work well. Emotional support animals are smart and obedient. German shepherds love people and make good public companions with training.
German Shepherd
Collies keep their flock—or family—safe and happy. Most collies sense their owners' distress and comfort them. Since they need lots of exercise, they're great at waking up their owners.
Collie
Labrador retrievers make the ideal emotional support, therapy, and service dogs. Labs are kind and friendly with a strong desire to please. Labs are terrific companions since they like to explore.
Labrador Retriever
Emotional support dogs are ideal for these pleasant, loyal dogs. With proper socialisation and training, breeds like the American Staffordshire terrier can get along with most people and situations.