Healing Hooves: How Miniature Horses Are Bringing Comfort to Children and Veterans

Miniature therapy horses are bringing hope and healing to children in hospitals and veterans facing trauma. With their gentle presence and unique sensitivity, these tiny equines provide comfort, reduce stress, and help people reconnect with themselves. At Joy forLife, we see firsthand how horses—whether minis in hospital corridors or rescues on the ranch—become powerful partners in resilience, trust, and joy.