Animal Assisted Activities

Small Animals, Big Smiles

Pepper, Pompom, and Antoinette, three sweet Dorset sheep joined the Horses with Hope Small Animal Program in 2025! They were soon joined by Nigerian dwarf goats, Chocolate, Chip, and Oreo, and together they all have important work to do.

Animal-Assisted Activities (AAA) are designed to enhance quality of life through motivation, education, and recreation. These activities are led by specially trained professionals, paraprofessionals, or volunteers, working in partnership with animals.

AAA offers a variety of physical, social, and emotional benefits—improving communication skills, boosting self-esteem, encouraging social connections, elevating mood, and providing comfort and companionship.

Daytime Sessions are available for groups of six or more.