ANIMAL
THERAPY
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR ANIMAL THERAPY EXPERIENCE.
Our Animal Therapy sessions are very hands-on and unique. We offer Traditional Animal Therapy sessions, where participants may simply touch, hold, or be in the presence of the animals in order to feel more at ease and relaxed. We also offer Animal Exposure Therapy, which consists of gently exposing participants to animals they may have fears or apprehensions of. These sessions can be conducted individually or in groups. Each and every experience is fully custom to meet your specific needs.
Animal Therapy is also a great activity for special occasions, such as birthday parties, team-building activities, bachelorette parties, unique date nights, and more! Imagine the excitement your party guests will feel when they get to meet, and interact with animals such as tortoises, bearded dragons, guinea pigs, ball pythons, and even a giant rabbit! Sessions like this also provide for the best photo ops! You’ll have amazing opportunities to take some memorable pictures and videos full of smiles and incredible animals that will delight you and your family for years to come.
Animal Therapy in San Antonio and surrounding areas.
Here at Once in a Wild, we offer animal therapy that is great for anyone! We offer hands-on experiences with some special members of our animal team that can benefit your physical and mental health. Additionally, we offer animal exposure therapy to help those who may have fears or apprehensions regarding certain species of animals such as snakes, spiders, or insects. These options are a great choice for guests who want to schedule some casual relaxing time with our animals, or for those who wish to conquer their fears during a new more positive experience than they may have had in the past. This is also a great selection for special needs or elderly clients.
Animal Therapy is great for the following:
- Birthday Parties
- Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
- Libraries & Bookstores
- Just for fun
- Team Building Activities
- Special Needs
- Unique Date
- Senior Homes
- Office Visits
CALMING CREATURES
Our animal programs are not only fun and educational but they can be calming, soothing and therapeutic as well! We offer hands-on experiences with some special members of our animal team that can benefit your physical and mental health and will surely melt your heart.
FOR ASSISTED LIVING
Some amazing benefits that live animal therapy can provide to residents of assisted living are the following:
Animal therapy is great for all ages, especially seniors. We often facilitate reminiscing experiences during our animal therapy. We may ask guests about their own pets from their past or their experiences with animals in nature. These can be very rewarding experiences, especially for seniors in memory care.
- Meeting activity goals
- Providing sensory experiences
- Use of fine motor skills
- Cognitive enrichment through reminiscing
- Encouraging social activity
- Fun for family visits
- Providing animal connections to people of all ages
Animals are Patient
Animal therapy is also a great wellness activity for patients under medical care, and it can be a wonderful relief for those experiencing long-term hospital stays. Animal visits are also good for family members that have been supporting their loved ones while in the hospital or under long-term medical care.
Patients experiencing mental health issues greatly benefit from touching, holding, and being around animals. Also, animals are known to reduce stress, pain, depression and anxiety.
We believe animal therapy is for everyone, and we absolutely love providing this service to those that need it. We know how much it has healed us and our families as well.
BENEFITS
For Everyone
- A lot of fun for all ages
- Learn about animals & conservation
- Instills a sense of responsibility & respect for life
- Interactive experience with various animals
- Develop connection, trust, & empathy
For Therapy
- Cognitive enrichment through reminiscing
- Providing sensory experiences
- Lessens anxiety
- Lessens fears and phobias
For Schools
- Affordable alternative to an offsite visit
- Great for fundraisers and parent nights
- Relaxing activity for the teachers
- Great hands-on teaching aide
For Business
- Brand awareness & activation
- Newsworthy content
- Social media opportunities
- Data collection
- Attracts crowds
ABOUT OUR ANIMALS
The most important members of the Once in a Wild team are of course our animals! These creatures serve as amazing ambassadors for their species. All of our animals are professionally trained, handled, taken care of, and endlessly loved by our wonderful staff. If you would like to learn more about our animals and the care they receive, please follow the links below:
PRICING
ANIMAL THERAPY
$325
- 1 Hour
- Traditional or Exposure Therapy
*these encounters are fully custom & specialized for each client & situation*
READY FOR A WILD ENCOUNTER?
Book your next Petting Zoo, Meet and Greet, Show and Tell, or Virtual Experience now! Perfect for parties, classrooms, corporate events, animal therapy sessions, and much more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What kind of animals do you have?
A: Once in a Wild provides animal encounters with many different types of animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Some of our most popular animals include our Flemish Giant Rabbit, Green Iguana, Opossum, Boa Constrictor, Eurasian Eagle Owl, Axolotls, Guinea Pigs, Red Foot Tortoises, Hedgehogs, Tarantulas, and many more! We are also fully custom and you get to decide which animals attend your visit. All our animals are well cared for and loved.
Q: What makes a Once in a Wild experience different from other petting zoos?
A: We are a very unique company! Our mission is to inspire others to change the world through live animal experiences. Our animal encounters are appropriate for people of all ages, and we pride ourselves in being extremely accessible for anyone to enjoy. We also always prioritize animal and human safety throughout each of our bookings. And most importantly, Once in a Wild is rooted in education. Whether you book a Show and Tell, Meet and Greet, or Petting Zoo, you’re sure to learn something new about our amazing animal ambassadors from our educated and experienced staff members.
Q: Do I have to have children to book an animal visit?
A: No! Anyone of any age can book or attend a Once in a Wild animal encounter! We have something for everyone, and each animal visit is fully custom.
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
Check out our FAQ’S page for more information!
