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Come and have the perfect study break by meeting our friendly gathering of shetland ponies, and baby and adult goats!
If you’re worried about upcoming assessments, need a change of scene from the library, or simply after a study break – our friendly assemble of shetland ponies, and baby and adult goats want you to know that You’ve Goat This!
Join us on Thursday 26th March, from 10:30 – 12:30pm, we invite you to celebrate all your hard work this exam season and meet our woolly friends, shetland ponies Lenny and Luna, with Blossom, a baby goat, and her uncle Reggie.
Make sure you have your phone too - they’re often happy to take a selfie!
To guarantee your spot, please book onto one of the available time slots. Your slot will last 15 minutes, and you will be part of a group. Please do not book more than one time slot - this is to ensure as many students are able to benefit from the event as possible.
Please note that this event is open to students only. We look forward to seeing you there!
Location:
IOE, Ramp entrance (back of building, near Woburn Sq) to Level 4, IOE
20 Bedford Way
London
WC1H 0AL
United Kingdom
The benefits of Animal Assisted therapy (AAT)
- Stress reduction: being with animals can reduce blood pressure, heart rate and cortisol levels, alleviating feelings of tension and anxiety. Unlike some other animals, ponies and goats are not prone to sudden movements or loud noises, making them a good choice for anyone who is anxious or easily startled.
- Relaxation: Shetland ponies and goats enjoy human company and are very gentle, inquisitive and intelligent. Spending just a short amount of time with these fluffy animals is a great way to de-stress.
- Bonding: one of the most important benefits of physical touch is the release of oxytocin, a hormone that promotes feelings of relaxation and bonding. Patting a goat or Shetland pony can help release oxytocin, which can in turn reduce anxiety.
- Happiness: there’s far more to animal therapy than just the cuteness factor. Come meet the Shetland ponies and goats and we guarantee you’ll leave feeling calmer and happier than when you arrived.
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Student Support and Wellbeing Services strive to give all UCL students the chance to try something new, make friends and develop wellbeing skills for university and beyond. We hope to see you at one of our events soon!