Studies show that having pets reduces anxiety and depression in children, improves their self esteem, provides structure and routine and creates a sense of purpose! Not able to welcome a pet into your home right now? We’ve put together a list of some places you can go to get that much needed animal therapy time!
nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/700childrens/2019/07/pets-and-mental-health
huffpost.com/entry/pets-child-mental-health-development_l_60086e22c5b6efae62fe00c4
FARMS TO VISIT:
Taves Family Farm Visit Billy the goat & his barnyard friends Sat & Sun 12:30-5:30pm until the end of June! $4 for 30 min, Preregister online www.tavesfamilyfarms.com/goaterdays
Eagle Acres DairySafarmi Tours $15 per vehicle www.eagleacres.ca/safarmi
Aldor Acres Self guided nature walk, baby animals, play & picnic spaces & farm market! $12 aldoracresfamilyfarm.ca/aldor
Maan Farms Get a seasons pass to barnyard valid June – October 2021 www.maanfarms.com/family-fun-v2-0
Maplewood Farm Open all year-round from 10am to 4pm in North Van. Adults: $8.82 Children: $5.20 Seniors: $5.20 Babies: Free Lots of animals to see here! Prebook your visit maplewoodfarm.bc.ca
Southlands Farm Farm visits, kids farm club, horsebackriding & farmer’s market in the heart of the city! preregister your visit southlandsfarm.pike13.com/pages/home
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1natunOCtV0
Back in the Saddle Again Trail Riding
Horsebackriding for 10yrs + in Langley! open year round www.backinthesaddle.ca