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Animal Theraplay

Bodywork and therapy for children (and adults) through interaction with our animals.

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Animal Thera-Play is based on the overwhelming results we have seen with animals as healers. The healing & teaching abilities of animals are truly infinite. While we are focusing on special-needs children, this program is open to anyone looking to experience the lessons, love, & healing that these incredible beings have to offer.

  • A team of animals & practitioners

    At Happy Tales, we have a team of animals & practitioners that are sensitive to the needs of each individual person that comes for Thera-Play.

  • No two sessions alike

    There really are no two sessions alike; each program is created for the individual person & their needs.

  • Every animal has its gifts

    Each & every animal has its own special gifts to give & lessons to teach.

I am so grateful to Nicole for helping Cole express to everyone how remarkable he is.
Shona, Mom to Cole
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It truly is something that is beyond words.

It is a gift that you should experience.

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Happy Tales Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization run entirely on donations from the public.

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