What is the difference between AAT and pet therapy?

Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) involves structured therapeutic sessions with trained animals and qualified handlers, while pet therapy is more informal interaction with companion animals. AAT follows specific therapeutic goals and protocols.

How long do animal therapy sessions typically last?

Our AAT sessions last 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on your needs and group size. We can also offer extended sessions for special events or larger groups.

Are your therapy animals safe and well-trained?

Yes, all our therapy animals are specially selected and trained for therapeutic work. They undergo regular health checks and are handled by DBS-checked professionals who follow strict safety protocols.

Can animal therapy help with specific mental health conditions?

AAT has shown positive results for various conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and autism spectrum disorders. However, it should complement, not replace, traditional mental health treatment.

Do you provide animal therapy for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, we specialise in inclusive therapy sessions and can adapt our approach for various abilities and needs. Our handlers are trained to work with diverse populations and create accessible experiences.

Animal Therapy in Care Homes Near Me

Professional Pet therapy for care homes and community care across the UK

Transform Lives with Animal-Assisted Therapy

Searching for "animal therapy across the UK"? Wild Science delivers professional Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) services across 83 UK counties. According to research, AAT reduces anxiety levels by 60% and improves social interaction by 45% in therapeutic settings.

Find Animal Therapy Near You - Available across 83 UK counties!

What is Animal-Assisted Therapy or Animal-Assisted Interventions?

Animal-Assisted Therapy involves specially trained animals working alongside qualified handlers to provide therapeutic benefits. Unlike traditional therapy, AAT creates a unique healing environment through the natural human-animal bond. Different animals, like dogs and cats, provide unconditional love and support.

Expert Insight: "Our therapy animals provide unconditional support, creating safe spaces for emotional healing and growth," explains Sophie Zaslona, our Senior Animal Expert and NHS healthcare professional, who specialises in therapeutic animal interactions.

We tailor our programmes to suit the client's needs, and as part of our alternative provision, we can visit homes, schools, community spaces, or any other location.

We offer animal-assisted therapy and interventions for individuals with mental health issues or special educational needs.

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Therapeutic Benefits of Animal-Assisted Therapy

Mental Health Improvements

Anxiety Reduction: 60% decrease in anxiety levels

Depression Relief: Improved mood and emotional well-being

Stress Management: Lower blood pressure and heart rate

Social Skills: Enhanced communication and interaction

Physical Health Benefits

Mobility Enhancement: Improved physical activity levels

Motivation Boost: Increased participation in therapy sessions

Companionship: Reduced feelings of loneliness and isolation

Cognitive Development

Focus Improvement: Better concentration and attention

Memory Stimulation: Enhanced cognitive function
Emotional Regulation: Better control over emotions.

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Our Animal Therapy Services

Care Home Therapy Sessions

Our therapy animals visit care homes to improve residents' quality of life. Sessions include:

Dementia Support: Stimulating pleasant memories and expressions

Emotional Comfort: Providing relaxation and companionship

Social Interaction: Encouraging communication and engagement

School-Based AAT Programs

Educational institutions integrate our animal therapy into support services:

SEN Support: Helping children with developmental difficulties

Stress Reduction: Creating calming learning environments

Social Skills Development: Improving communication and confidence

Corporate Wellness Programs

Businesses use our AAT for employee well-being:

Stress Management: Reducing workplace anxiety

Team Building: Enhancing colleague relationships

Mental Health Support: Promoting emotional well-being

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Why Choose Wild Science for Animal Therapy?

Professional Expertise

Our team includes qualified animal handlers and healthcare professionals. Sophie Zaslona combines NHS healthcare experience with animal therapy expertise, ensuring the highest standards of care.

Comprehensive Coverage

We serve 83 UK counties with flexible scheduling:

Availability: Monday - Sunday (7 days a week)

Travel Range: Up to 250 miles (round trip)

Session Duration: 45 minutes to 2 hours

Group Sizes: 1-30 participants

Safety and Compliance

DBS-Checked Staff: All handlers undergo background checks

Animal Welfare: Ethical treatment and care standards

Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive protection for all sessions

Health Protocols: Strict hygiene and safety measures

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Customer Success Stories

"We have used Wild Science for 3 years at our school. Each year they deliver wonderful sessions to Nursery and Reception children. The children love the experience and the animals and staff are amazing!" - Leah Lorentson

"We booked a corporate animal therapy session as part of Mental Health Awareness week, and it was truly loved by everyone. The calming presence of the animals helped reduce workplace stress significantly." - Ajay Syal

"The therapy sessions at our care home have transformed our residents' daily lives. The animals bring joy and stimulate memories in ways traditional therapy cannot." - Care Home Manager

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Animal Therapy for Different Age Groups

Children and Young People (Ages 1-18)

Developmental Support: Helping children with learning difficulties

Emotional Regulation: Teaching coping strategies and self-esteem

Social Skills: Improving communication and peer relationships

Educational Enhancement: Supporting classroom learning

Adults (Ages 18-65)

Mental Health Support: Managing depression, anxiety, and trauma

Stress Relief: Providing companionship and emotional comfort

Workplace Wellness: Reducing occupational stress and burnout

Life Transitions: Supporting during difficult periods

Elderly Adults (65+)

Memory Stimulation: Engaging cognitive function and recall

Emotional Comfort: Reducing loneliness and isolation

Physical Activity: Encouraging gentle movement and interaction

Quality of Life: Enhancing overall well-being and happiness

Find Age-Appropriate Therapy - Tailored sessions for every life stage!

Our Therapy Animals

Mammals for Therapy

Rabbits: Gentle and calming presence

Guinea Pigs: Friendly and approachable companions

Hamsters: Small and manageable for nervous clients

Ferrets: Playful and engaging for active sessions

Reptiles for Therapeutic Interaction

Bearded Dragons: Calm and patient therapy partners

Tortoises: Slow and steady companions

Geckos: Gentle and fascinating creatures

Amphibians and Invertebrates

Frogs: Unique and educational therapy animals

Giant African Land Snails: Fascinating and calming presence

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Booking Your Animal Therapy Session

Simple Booking Process

Contact Us: Call, email, or use our online booking system
Assessment: We discuss your specific needs and requirements
Scheduling: Choose your preferred date and time
Confirmation: Receive booking confirmation and session details

Pricing Information

Standard Sessions: £219 - £749 (excluding VAT)

Extended Sessions: Available for larger groups

Travel Charges: Apply beyond 130 miles (round trip)

Discounts: Multiple bookings and off-peak rates available

Session Preparation

Venue Requirements: Quiet, safe space with parking access

Group Size: Maximum 30 participants per session

Duration: 45 minutes to 2 hours (customizable)

Equipment: We provide all necessary materials and animals

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Ready to experience the transformative power of Animal-Assisted Therapy? Contact Wild Science today to book your session and discover how our therapy animals can improve your mental health and emotional well-being.

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This experience is absolutely perfect for introducing young children to science! It’s amazing for teaching topics like vertebrate classifications or different types of species, even for children as young as 3! Harriet and her animals are wonderful! They are so calm, friendly, and engaging. You can really see how much she cares about both the animals and the children’s learning. Thank you for such a fantastic and educational experience! Highly recommended! 🦎 🐇 🐹

We were delighted to have both Shannon & Amy attend our free family event at Crystal Peaks shopping centre this Friday.
Their communication on the run-up to our event was great. On the day, the head office called us to check everything was ready & the hosts arrived in plenty of time.
We had a lot of very excited guests that got to enjoy a range of fascinating creatures throughout the day.
The team were great with the public & very knowledgeable about their little critters.
We can't recommend Wild Science enough.
Thank you for making our day so good.
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Amazing experience with harriet, we had a birthday party for a 22year old and she was so lovely and explained everything very well. She gave us all enough time with each animal and even let us have mango the snake around our necks while we held other creatures!!
Everyone had an amazing time and the pictures came out wicked!! Even got a picture with carlos the crested gecko on the birthday boys head😆Thank you so much wild science and a big thank you to Harriet for being a great host☺️

What an incredible experience! Booked for my sister’s 31st birthday, we couldn’t have had a better time! Jess immediately made everyone feel at ease and relaxed, was incredibly attentive to my sister’s energy levels (she has severe M.E.), asking if she wanted to take breaks or lay quietly with a Guinea pig.
Jess shared her wealth of knowledge with us in a very humour filled way, answering any questions we had. The animals she brought with her were amazing and all seemed incredibly happy and healthy. Such a range of different animals, a lesser tenrec, a tree frog, two Guinea pigs, a tortoise, a scorpion, a giant snail and a python!
Thank you Jess for such a special birthday treat for my sister, and incredible memories for our whole family to cherish!

George Brown was booked for our granddaughter's birthday party. He and his wonderful animal friends enthralled everyone there from 2 years old to 70 somethings. George has a wonderful gift for communicating his knowledge and love of the animals he generously shared with us. Book him! You won't be disappointed.

Amazing experience with Harriet, we had a birthday party for a 22-year-old, and she was so lovely and explained everything very well. She gave us all enough time with each animal and even let us have Mango, the snake, around our necks while we held other creatures!
Everyone had an amazing time, and the pictures came out wicked!! Even got a picture with Carlos the crested gecko on the birthday boy's head😆
Thank you so much, Wild Science, and a big thank you to Harriet for being a great host☺️

Wholly recommended the experience with Wild Science. From the telephone call through to the day itself, the team are professional and very communicative. Harriet was amazing with the animals and children. Our birthday girl and friends had such a great time petting the animals (as much or as little as they wanted to). Harriet had some wonderful facts to share and responded so sensitively and helpfully to answer all questions the children had. Thanks so much- it was a delight to have you for our daughter’s birthday party.

We really enjoyed our experience with the reptiles, they were so calm and settled, just amazing and great ❤️

An unforgettable experience. Your kids will love it! We had Susie in Edinburgh, she was exceptionally good - with the animals and the kids, and the grown-ups too! We all had an amazing time. I highly recommend booking Susie for Wild Science if you're in Scotland. So many memories made!

Suzie held an event in Sandylands holiday park today and we had a ball! every animal is well cared for and beautiful. very versed on each animals needs and nature, took the time to explain certain facts and even sat down at the end of her time to talk more on her other animals! cannot recommend suzie enough!!

We booked a corporate animal therapy session as part of Mental Health Awareness week, and it was truly loved by everyone. [...] Harriet was absolutely fantastic - super knowledgable, engaging and clearly passionate about every animal she introduced us to. [...] Harriet created such a calm environment that even our more hesitant colleagues were soon happily holding the snake. We can't recommend Wild Science highly enough - if you're looking to boost morale, reduce stress or just do something a little bit different for your team.

Susie was at Parkdean in Saltcoats and it was a fantastic experience. Very knowledgeable and chatted and answered questions from children and adults. Loved it.

Made my child's summer holding a royal python!

Attended a group with my husband & kids. Youngest being 1 & it was incredible. Different kinds of animals, was able to hold what we could & pet the rest.
Thanks again for the incredible experience! Fidget was amazing & we are now thinking if adding ferrets to the family. I hope fidget enjoys his chicken 🐔

Kids had a total blast at Wild Science. So did mum!
We got to meet a cockroach, a snake, 2 geckos, a bearded dragon, a ferret, a mexican tarantula, and a bunny!
The lady was going to name a cockroach 🪳 after my son Leon 🤣 poor kid was peed and pooped on, it was sooo funny! Everyone had such a great time. Thanks for entertaining us. 😆

Animal visit (Summer Fair Gilmerton Community Centre)
The management committee would like to thank Susie and trainee Amy for bringing the animals to the Community Centres Summer Fair. Once again, they were very popular with adults and children. Those attending said they enjoyed meeting and learning about the animals up close.

We were delighted to have both Shannon & Amy attend our free family event at Crystal Peaks shopping centre this Friday. Their communication on the run-up to our event was great. On the day, the head office called us to check everything was ready & the hosts arrived in plenty of time. We had a lot of very excited guests that got to enjoy a range of fascinating creatures throughout the day. The team were great with the public & very knowledgeable about their little critters. We can't recommend Wild Science enough. Thank you for making our day so good.

The animal expert we were lucky enough to have from wild science was excellent. She even managed to keep the kids at a 7 year old birthday party relatively quiet and very interested. Would highly recommend.

We have used Wild Science for 3 years at our school. Each year they deliver wonderful sessions to Nursery and Reception children. We have never had any issues and would recommend them to everyone. The children love the experience and the animals and staff are amazing!

Thank you Wild Science for such an amazing party! Amy was super professional and had the kids eating out of the palm of her hand. My son absolutely loved the animals she brought and we were so impressed with how she handled the group (of 3-5 year olds) and gave them interesting and fun facts about each animal which kept all the kids interested and engaged. It was so much fun, we would highly recommend it!!!

Ross was absolutely amazing. So patient, kind and knowledgeable of the animals and the slime workshop. We had a party of 20 and with the madness that ensued he was always calm and reassuring for each child if they were apprehensive of holding any animal - big or small. Would 100% book Wild Science again, especially Ross.
Thank you for making our animal lovers birthday so special!

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