Miniature Horse Therapy is set to be held at the University of Stirling during the months of April and May as part of the Be Connected programme.
From 12-2pm on April 19, 26, May 3, and May 10, 2025, students will be able to visit and spend some quality time with the horses in order to help students relax and reconnect.
Lunar Eclipse EFL Therapy Horses CIC
Lunar Eclipse EFL (Equine Facilitated Learning) Therapy Horses CIC is a non-profit organisation that aims to focus and nurture the deep connection between humans and horses.
They have an affectionate herd called the Hoofgang. The herd is made up of ten horses, including miniature horses, ponies, and full-sized equines – all of which bring a different quality to the herd.
Why Horses
The horses’ empathetic way of being creates a comforting and safe environment. Like therapy, this allows people to explore their emotions, building trust and confidence within themselves. Simply grooming and feeding the horses can encourage a sense of responsibility and accomplishment.
Interacting with them can also lead to better regulation of emotions, reduced stress, and improved self-esteem.
The timing is no coincidence, either, with Stirling University’s website stating that it is, “the beginning of a new partnership with the University and have been designed around exam period”.
The horses will be on campus for a limited time so therapy will be allocated to small groups and signs ups are needed in order to indicate numbers.
Allocation will be on a first-come, first-served basis with around five minutes for interaction and photos.
The University have also stated that they expect it to be a well-attended event so get there early and be prepared to queue which will run around the small loch from Haldane’s outdoor entrance.
Sign-ups are free so if you want a chance to spend time with the horses sign up now on the University website.
Featured image credit: Lunar Eclipse EFL Therapy Horses CIC
