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Jevenstedt Farm Adds Adoption Partnerships to Popular Cow-Cuddling Therapy

Visitors soothe stress by cuddling cows trained from calfhood, with the option to support individual animals through sponsorships.

Overview

  • Farm “Lüttje Drööm” in Schleswig-Holstein invites guests to cuddle with a herd of 13 cattle socialized from calfhood for human interaction
  • Participants from all ages and backgrounds report initial nerves giving way to deep relaxation as they stroke fur and listen to cows’ heartbeats
  • The small herd features oxen Winnetou and Themba, cows Amira and Donna, and cattle Tilda, Alva, Annouk and Viola—celebrated as the “Zauberhaften Acht”
  • Each cow follows its own daily rhythm and may step away if it isn’t in the mood for companionship
  • The newly introduced adoption sponsorships let visitors deepen their bond by supporting individual animals