We bring calm, gentle animal visits to care homes, hospices, day services and supported living settings. Visits are relaxed and unhurried, and planned around the people taking part, whatever their age, mobility or communication needs.
What residents often enjoy
A calm, gentle experience – Many residents find time with the animals relaxing and comforting.
Memories and conversation – Animals often spark stories about pets from the past, and conversations between residents, staff and families.
Something to touch and explore – Soft fur, smooth scales and feathers offer a different sensory experience.
Time together – Sessions bring people together around something new and interesting.
Something to look forward to – Lots of settings book regular visits so residents get to know the animals over time.
Health & safety
Fully insured, with trained, DBS-checked staff
Handwashing or sanitising before and after handling
A risk assessment for every visit, available on request
Calm animals who are settled and used to indoor environments
How a visit works
Gentle sessions – We bring a selection of calm animals who are well and settled on the day.
Planned around residents – We adapt each visit to mobility, communication and individual preferences.
Seated, hands-on time – We bring the animals to residents in chairs, wheelchairs or beds where appropriate.
Flexible format – One-to-one, small groups or a whole room.
Staff and families welcome – Staff help with hand hygiene, mobility and seating, and families are welcome to join in.
Price – £200 for one hour or £260 for two hours (plus travel)
Animals that visit
Fred & Fraser, our cats – Calm cats who enjoy gentle interaction, and only join visits when they're relaxed and happy to.
Rabbits & guinea pigs – Soft and gentle to stroke.
Reptiles & tortoises – Calm, slow-moving and interesting to touch.
Birds – Lovely to watch and listen to.
Small mammals – Such as hedgehogs, rats and mice.
Dementia and additional needs
Many people living with dementia respond warmly to animals, and visits can be a lovely way to connect, even when conversation is harder. We go at each person's pace and follow staff guidance.
For people with disabilities or sensory needs, we adapt each visit so everyone can take part comfortably.
