HugglePets In The Community

We're here to help motivate, inspire & empower people struggling with mental health & support children with #SEND via animal assisted therapy. #HugYourCommunity

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

We are proud to have hosted a visit from @KensingtonRoyal showcasing our Animal Assisted Therapy sessions. We really enjoyed the visit during #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek spotlighting how animals can improve our wellbeing & support the local community #wolverhampton @WolvesCouncil

[The Prince and Princess of Wales @KensingtonRoyal]

Meeting Barbara the Bearded Dragon and Gus the Guinea Pig at @Hugglepets 🐉🐹 who use Animal Assisted Therapy to help children with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health challenges, to engage with therapy and wellbeing activities.

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

SCHOOL DOG PROGRAMME
We are proud to be working with the pupils at @St_Matthias_wlv this year, and can truly say that Murphy the #therapydog has loved it too, playing fetch & even painting!

If your #school or organisation would like to access our programmes please contact us

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

THANK YOU for joining us for #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek we hope you have enjoyed meeting the #Children and #YoungPeople across the #BlackCountry accessing our programmes.
If you would like to get in touch please visit our website and contact us today.
https://t.co/jAgKAH4MOP

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

MEET MEEKA

Although quiet in nature, Meeka really engaged with
our programme on Low Mood & Anxiety! This allowed her to talk about her #socialanxiety & gain the support & coping strategies she needed.
#KnowYourselfGrowYourself
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
@OurLadyStChad

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

MEET @DormstonSch YOUNG PEOPLE!
The pupils enjoyed engaging with our #animals & #activities at our Wellbeing Workshop. These workshops cover coping with #anxiety, building #confidence & improving #Selfesteem
Well done Guys
#KnowYourselfGrowYourself #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

MEET ISOBEL
Isobel struggled with her #anxiety, even leading to #panicattacks, but through encouragement and regular sessions to identify coping strategies she blossomed with the HugglePets #animals and team.
#KnowYourselfGrowYourself #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
@StPauls_CofE

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

MEET COLE
Cole was struggling with his #friendships with others, but through his engagement with our Animals in his #onetoone sessions he now has the tools to speak up & talk about how he feels.
Well done Cole!
#KnowYourselfGrowYourself #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

MEET JAXON
Jaxon enjoyed engaging with our #Therapy #Animals during his Animal Assisted #EmotionCoaching sessions with us. He has grown his knowledge of emotions and knows how he feels in certain situations and who he can speak with to help him self regulate.
Well Done Jaxon!

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

MEET ARIYAN
Ariyan bravely played with Murphy the #TherapyDog although he didn't feel too confident at first, but with some encouragement, Ariyan made friends with Murphy
Well done Ariyan!
#KnowYourselfGrowYourself #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
@TWSSandwell @TNLComFund

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

MEET ANASHE

Anashe joined us for a bespoke programme that covered topics such as #ConfidenceBuilding #Anxiety #Resilience & #SelfEsteem

She tackled her fears & built her confidence to speak up in the group.
#KnowYourselfGrowYourself #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

@DovecotesSchool

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

JOIN US FOR CHILDRENS MENTAL HEALTH WEEK 2025
This week we will be sharing with you some of our
fantastic Children and Young People who have
accessed our #AnimalAssistedTherapy programmes

This theme this year is on #KnowYourselfGrowYourself

Check back tomo!

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

NEW School #Dog Programme!
We have a new programme that allows schools to have Murphy as their very own #SchoolDog. Research has shown that having a dog in school can support children both emotionally & academically
click the link to find out more!
https://t.co/O4crgd1OVU

[National Lottery Good Causes @LottoGoodCauses]

Thanks to National Lottery players, your funding helps to support projects like @HugglePetsCIC, who provide animal assisted therapy, as well as interventions for those with special needs or people with mental health problems.

Find out more: https://t.co/FkrGC0aScU

@TNLComFund

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

Thank you for joining us and our animals for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek we hope you have enjoyed our videos!

For more information on our #therapy and #wellbeing services here at #hugglepets please visit our website - https://t.co/jAgKAH4eZh

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

Let’s go Rock Climbing with Lily our
Leopard Geko! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

TOP TIP-Get #outdoors or try a green gym
Being out in nature can boost our mental #wellbeing. Going out for a short walk, run or cycle might boost your mood & reduce feelings of #worry

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

Let’s get SWIMMING like our Tropical Fish! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
TOP TIP - Know when to rest
Even a small amount of exercise can help us sleep better. Remember to stay hydrated and give yourself at least an hour or 2 to wind down after exercise and before bed.

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

Let’s get MOVING with Mervin the African
Millipede! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

TOP TIP-Keep moving! Every #step you take counts
New habits can be hard to create, but don't let that
put you off, everyone starts somewhere-just look at
Mervin
Remember every min you're moving counts

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

Let’s get DANCING with Twiggy the Stick Insect! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek - Did you know Stick Insects can sway & look like they are dancing?

TOP TIP-Use physical activity to switch off
Just a few mins of activity can help to switch off from #stress & relieve negative emotions

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

Lets get #Walking with Murphy and his
friend Willow! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

TOP TIP - Move at your own pace
Find ways to move that you enjoy & that fit in with your daily routine. There's lot of things like workouts at home or a walk down the local park!

[HugglePets In The Community @HugglePetsCIC]

Join Toni AKA Miss Motivator and our
#therapy animals this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
for some top tips on how exercise can improve your
mental health.

[The National Lottery @TNLUK]

The #NationalLottery supported @HugglePetsCIC provides animal assisted therapy to people with mental health challenges or educational needs. Looking after the animals can help them gain confidence and improve self-esteem. 🦮🫂

#ThanksToYou