Cow hug therapy was started in 1999 because of The Gentle Barn’s very first cow, Buddha. Each evening, I checked on the animals before bedtime. One night, shortly after Buddha’s arrival, I counted the ...

It’s high noon in Santa Clarita when I bury my face into the side of a cow, who is lying on the ground. His fur is rich brown, the color of fertile soil, and it’s silkier than I expected. I nuzzle my ...

This post is in response to The Data Says "Don't Hug the Dog!" By Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC A rule of thumb before hugging a dog is to pay very close attention to individual differences, your ...

Today is National Hug Day! If you are feeling a little hug deprived don't worry, we have scoured our collections to find you the best images of animals embracing the day.